Swapping the drives won’t fix things here as the firmware password is within the logic board not the drive.
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Can you get the original sales slip of the system from the previous owner. As you’ll need to visit an Apple Store with proof of ownership. In addition to the sales slip you’ll need a copy of the persons ID (drivers lic) and a letter explaining they sold it to you (don’t get into donated that adds questions).
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Can you get the original sales slip of the system from the previous owner. As you’ll need to visit an Apple Store with proof of ownership. In addition to the sales slip you’ll need a copy of the persons ID (drivers lic) and a letter explaining they sold it to you (don’t get into donated that adds questions). For them to clear the firmware password.
Now be aware Apple will compare the Apple ID used in the system and the persons ID if they don’t match it will be assumed as being stolen! So if this person who gave you the system is not the correct user then you’re toast!
Swapping the drives won’t fix things here as the firmware password is within the logic board not the drive.
Can you get the original sales slip of the system from the previous owner. As you’ll need to visit an Apple Store with proof of ownership. In addition to the sales slip you’ll need a copy of the persons ID (drivers lic) and a letter explaining they sold it to you (don’t get into donated that adds questions).
Now be aware Apple will compare the Apple ID used in the system and the persons ID if they don’t match it will be assumed as being stolen! So if this person who gave you the system is not the correct user then you’re toast!