How to Reset FreeBSD Root Password

Forgetting the root password in FreeBSD can be a frustrating experience, but fear not, as there are steps you can take to reset it and regain access to your system. Here's a detailed guide on how to reset the root password in FreeBSD:

1. Reboot the system and when the bootloader menu appears, select the Boot FreeBSD in single-user mode option.
2. Once the system boots into single-user mode, you will be presented with a # prompt. Type mount -u / to remount the root filesystem as writable.
3. Next, type mount -a to mount all other filesystems.
4. Now, you can change the root password by typing passwd and entering a new password when prompted.
5. After changing the password, reboot the system by typing reboot and you should be able to login with the new root password.

By following these steps, you can successfully reset the root password in FreeBSD and regain access to your system.