To create the master password

Important networking information for Mac OS X users

Please note that this task requires single-user access. See Single-user file locking for more information.

The Preferences window should be displayed. (To find the Preferences window - Security view)

1. Click the Passwords button. The Set Up Passwords window appears.
2. Enter the master password you wish to use in the New Master Password field, then click the Record New Password button. Passwords aren't case-sensitive; that is, it doesn't matter whether you type lowercase or uppercase letters in your password.
3. An alert message appears, allowing you to review the entry you made. Review the password you typed, then click OK; the master password is created, and the Password Access window appears. You can now either exit the password windows by clicking the OK button, or you can begin setting up sub-passwords in the Password Access window.