An error occurred while preparing installation

I am trying to reinstall the operating system for Mac after erasing the desk, and it keeps popping up with a message saying “an error occurred while preparing installation” how do I fix this?

Posted on Mar 31, 2023 9:01 PM

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Posted on Mar 31, 2023 9:35 PM

MariahDenae9 Said:

"An error occurred while preparing installation: I am trying to reinstall the operating system for Mac after erasing the desk, and it keeps popping up with a message saying 'an error occurred while preparing installation' how do I fix this?"

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Troubleshooting macOS Install Error:


I. Use a USB Bootable Installer:

Create a USB Bootable Installer for High Sierra. (If installing anew, delete the hard drive's partition). Then, install this macOS with it. Go Here: How to Create a Bootable Installer for macOS - Apple Support. You'd need to use another person's Mac to create one.


II. No Success?...

A. Try Later On:

There is reportedly issues connecting to Apple's servers. So, you'll have to try later on, if using your iPhone.


B Use Ethernet:

You may want to perform this using Ethernet, as it would provide a more reliable connection (being hardwired).


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Mar 31, 2023 9:35 PM in response to MariahDenae9

MariahDenae9 Said:

"An error occurred while preparing installation: I am trying to reinstall the operating system for Mac after erasing the desk, and it keeps popping up with a message saying 'an error occurred while preparing installation' how do I fix this?"

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Troubleshooting macOS Install Error:


I. Use a USB Bootable Installer:

Create a USB Bootable Installer for High Sierra. (If installing anew, delete the hard drive's partition). Then, install this macOS with it. Go Here: How to Create a Bootable Installer for macOS - Apple Support. You'd need to use another person's Mac to create one.


II. No Success?...

A. Try Later On:

There is reportedly issues connecting to Apple's servers. So, you'll have to try later on, if using your iPhone.


B Use Ethernet:

You may want to perform this using Ethernet, as it would provide a more reliable connection (being hardwired).


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