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MacBook Pro 15 - an error occurred applying the software update. How can I do . I need to use my MacBook

Posted on Feb 20, 2022 7:21 PM

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Posted on Feb 20, 2022 7:52 PM

Macerror1 Said:

"MacBook Pro 15 - an error occurred applying the software update. How can I do . I need to use my MacBook"

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macOS update 


Tishan81 Said:

"macOS update: I have trouble updating my new MacBook Air into macOS Monterey or latest Big Sur. download completes and process stops right there. how can I proceed"

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Troubleshooting Mac Update Errors:

Try the following...


A. Create a Temporary Admin:

See what happens when you use a new administrator to install this. If it works, then there is an error in your current user.


B. Update in Safe Mode:

If you can't click something, then try it in Safe Mode [Hold Down: the shift key upon boot]. In Safe ModeLogin Items do not open at login; certain preferences are set aside; and damaged system files (i.e. caches) are fixed. Go Here: Start Up your Mac in Safe Mode - Apple Support


C. Use Ethernet:

On the computer, you connect it through Ethernet, going directly into your router. For a Mac (or PC) that does not have Ethernet, this would be the adapter to use: Belkin USB-C to Gigabit Ethernet Adapter - Apple

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Feb 20, 2022 7:52 PM in response to Macerror1

Macerror1 Said:

"MacBook Pro 15 - an error occurred applying the software update. How can I do . I need to use my MacBook"

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macOS update 


Tishan81 Said:

"macOS update: I have trouble updating my new MacBook Air into macOS Monterey or latest Big Sur. download completes and process stops right there. how can I proceed"

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Troubleshooting Mac Update Errors:

Try the following...


A. Create a Temporary Admin:

See what happens when you use a new administrator to install this. If it works, then there is an error in your current user.


B. Update in Safe Mode:

If you can't click something, then try it in Safe Mode [Hold Down: the shift key upon boot]. In Safe ModeLogin Items do not open at login; certain preferences are set aside; and damaged system files (i.e. caches) are fixed. Go Here: Start Up your Mac in Safe Mode - Apple Support


C. Use Ethernet:

On the computer, you connect it through Ethernet, going directly into your router. For a Mac (or PC) that does not have Ethernet, this would be the adapter to use: Belkin USB-C to Gigabit Ethernet Adapter - Apple

MacBook Pro 15 - an error occurred applying the software update. How can I do . I need to use my MacBook

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