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shows update but just spins looking for updates in software update

unable to update. in software update spins at looking for updates, does not complete or error message

how do I update

MacBook Air 13″, macOS 10.13

Posted on Aug 22, 2022 7:40 AM

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Posted on Aug 22, 2022 8:45 AM

Several workarounds have been proposed, such as restarting your Mac in "Safe Mode" and checking for updates while in that mode, and / or resetting NVRAM.


How to use safe mode on your Mac - Apple Support

Reset NVRAM on your Mac - Apple Support


Related: Software Update stuck at "Checking for updates"… - Apple Community

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Aug 22, 2022 8:45 AM in response to update205

Several workarounds have been proposed, such as restarting your Mac in "Safe Mode" and checking for updates while in that mode, and / or resetting NVRAM.


How to use safe mode on your Mac - Apple Support

Reset NVRAM on your Mac - Apple Support


Related: Software Update stuck at "Checking for updates"… - Apple Community

shows update but just spins looking for updates in software update

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