Monteray update
I have been trying to install monterey and the download has been stuck at "less than a minute remaining" for a few hours
I have been trying to install monterey and the download has been stuck at "less than a minute remaining" for a few hours
Not normal and Abort.
here are factors:
1 - Like poor Wifi connection
2 - Slow wifi connection
3 - Too many other people downloading at the same time and Apple Severs are overloaded
4 - Software on the computer interfering with the download process including AntiVirus Software
Notation: Disabling the AV Software may or may not solve the issue. Removal of the AV Software may increase the chances of the download to perform as expected.
5 - Running behind a VPN which may increase Packet losses or corruption of the download
6 - If via wifi too many Other devices using the wifi at the same time reducing the Bandwidth to your computer.
7 - Best Results are via Ethernet Cable to Router
Empty Space Requirements >> If upgrading from macOS Sierra or later, your Mac needs 26GB of available storage to upgrade. If upgrading from an earlier release, your Mac needs up to 44GB of available storage.
EDITED
Shutdown the computer by any method including the Power Button.
Connect to charger.
Restart in Safe Mode.
This may or may not allow the installation to complete
How do I abort? I can’t do anything with the computer it’s a black screen with a “one minute left” in the middle
Monteray update