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Installation failed

An error occurred while

preparing the installation. Try

running this application again.

Posted on Oct 30, 2021 6:03 PM

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Posted on Oct 30, 2021 6:17 PM

vikash1402 Said:

"Installation failed: An error occurred while preparing the installation. Try running this application again."

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Three Things to do:

  • Use a New Admin User:

For installing this, start with creating a new administrator user, and then attempt another install using it. One installed, delete this use you've just created.


  • Use Ethernet:

If you are installing this using WiFi, then do so using Ethernet. If your Mac does not have Ethernet, this would be the adapter to use: Belkin USB-C to Gigabit Ethernet Adapter - Apple. If you get the same error, the model is likely just not compatible.


  • Use Safe Mode:

Boot up your Mac in Safe Mode [Hold Dow: the shift key, upon boot]. In Safe Mode, login items do not open at log in, certain system preferences are set aside, and damaged files are intentionally fixed.

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Oct 30, 2021 6:17 PM in response to vikash1402

vikash1402 Said:

"Installation failed: An error occurred while preparing the installation. Try running this application again."

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Three Things to do:

  • Use a New Admin User:

For installing this, start with creating a new administrator user, and then attempt another install using it. One installed, delete this use you've just created.


  • Use Ethernet:

If you are installing this using WiFi, then do so using Ethernet. If your Mac does not have Ethernet, this would be the adapter to use: Belkin USB-C to Gigabit Ethernet Adapter - Apple. If you get the same error, the model is likely just not compatible.


  • Use Safe Mode:

Boot up your Mac in Safe Mode [Hold Dow: the shift key, upon boot]. In Safe Mode, login items do not open at log in, certain system preferences are set aside, and damaged files are intentionally fixed.

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