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MacBook Pro update

How to overcome this error:


an error occurred applying software update


after updating

Posted on Dec 29, 2022 4:45 PM

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Dec 29, 2022 6:35 PM in response to Leroy348

Leroy348 Said:

"MacBook Pro update: How to overcome this error: an error occurred applying software update after updating"

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Thank you for the photo.


For reference...

Updating a macOS:


Determining which Update(s) will Install:

I. Verify Compatibility:

A. Start Here: Learn About Compatibility and how to Identify your Specific Mac Model - Apple Support


B. How to Verify:

Reveal your Model:

What is the Model of your Mac? To find out...

  1. Go to: Apple menu
  2. Click: About this Mac
  3. View: Second Line-Down

then...


II. Compare the Results:

See if the Model you found is shown here:


III. If Compatible:

Back Up your Mac First:  Be certain you Create a Time Machine Backup of your Mac, so that way you can have something to restore your Mac from, should anything go wrong with the reconfiguration.

Dec 29, 2022 6:01 PM in response to Leroy348

It would help to know the exact model of the Mac and version of macOS used. You can get this information by clicking the Apple menu and selecting "About This Mac".


Also, it helps to know exactly what update you are attempting to install.


Try restarting the Mac and trying to install the update again (computers need to be restarted periodically...even Macs). If this doesn't help, then try booting into Safe Mode and try to install the update again. Safe Mode prevents third party software from automatically launching during boot & login. If Safe Mode works to install the update, then you have some third party software installed which is interfering with the normal operation of macOS. Typical culprits are anti-virus apps, cleaning/optimizer apps, and third party security software....none of which are needed on a Mac and these types of apps usually cause more problems than they solve. If you have any of these apps installed, then uninstall them by following the developer's instructions.


MacBook Pro update

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