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docbway Author

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software update gets stuck on checking for updates

MacBook Pro Retina

Posted on Feb 5, 2023 2:05 PM

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John Galt

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Posted on Feb 5, 2023 3:54 PM

I understand Software Update is "Checking for updates..." with no end in sight.

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. Try both.

How to use safe mode on your Mac - Apple Support

Reset NVRAM on your Mac - Apple Support

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