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i have just loaded the monterey update my computer will not open any suggestions

I have just loaded Monterey update on my MAC, since we have done this my computer will not open, has anyone else experienced this ? We have shut it down but still can’t get it to open.


Posted on Apr 7, 2022 8:29 AM

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Posted on Apr 7, 2022 8:51 AM

  1. Please shut down the computer.
  2. Next hold down the power button when restarting the computer for about 15 seconds.


If that does not work, try restarting in Safe Mode per the directions below:


Please restart the computer in Safe Mode per the directions in the  How to use safe mode on your Mac - Apple Support link.


Note: If you are using a wireless keyboard please either plug it in using the supplied Lightning cable that shipped with it. If you are using a legacy keyboard or a third-party keyboard that does not have re-charging abilities, please use any USB keyboard. Also note that a Safe Mode restart may require you to hold down the shift key for up to 5 minutes before the computer starts in Safe Mode. You will know it is in Safe Mode when you see “Safe Mode” in the upper right of the display.


Next, please restart normally and please retest.


If this does not help, please contact AppleCare, the following link will help you find the phone number in your area: AppleCare contact Information

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Apr 7, 2022 8:51 AM in response to Chelsea7878

  1. Please shut down the computer.
  2. Next hold down the power button when restarting the computer for about 15 seconds.


If that does not work, try restarting in Safe Mode per the directions below:


Please restart the computer in Safe Mode per the directions in the  How to use safe mode on your Mac - Apple Support link.


Note: If you are using a wireless keyboard please either plug it in using the supplied Lightning cable that shipped with it. If you are using a legacy keyboard or a third-party keyboard that does not have re-charging abilities, please use any USB keyboard. Also note that a Safe Mode restart may require you to hold down the shift key for up to 5 minutes before the computer starts in Safe Mode. You will know it is in Safe Mode when you see “Safe Mode” in the upper right of the display.


Next, please restart normally and please retest.


If this does not help, please contact AppleCare, the following link will help you find the phone number in your area: AppleCare contact Information

i have just loaded the monterey update my computer will not open any suggestions

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