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Old 03-17-2004, 03:26 PM   #1
akihandyman
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I can't input root pass word .

I can not input root pass word,How do I fix it?
 
Old 03-17-2004, 03:35 PM   #2
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You're not supposed to see the actual typing of the password for security reasons. Just type it and press enter.
 
Old 03-18-2004, 04:18 AM   #3
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Does that mean your keyboard is not functioning or you cannot type... I'm confused..
 
Old 03-18-2004, 12:00 PM   #4
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I think he types root as user and then when he types the password, he can't see any * or marks, but that's a security feature. Just type the correct one and hit enter.
 
  


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