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Old computer to new user

Hi there -

If I gave my son's old mac book air to a student, and he is getting a message that he cannot set up an apple ID, what should he do?

Posted on Sep 22, 2020 12:21 PM

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Posted on Sep 22, 2020 12:41 PM

Here is What to do before you sell, give away, or trade in your Mac - Apple Support


If this is specifically with an already-prepared Mac and the new user somehow cannot set up an Apple ID, try setting up the Apple ID from the Apple website. How to create a new Apple ID - Apple Support

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