This does not update after dozens of attempts despite having the latest update of Monterey
Why doesn't this successfully update after dozens of attempts despite having the latest update of Monterey 12.6.6 on my Mac?
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Q - " Why doesn't this successfully update after dozens of attempts despite having the latest update of Monterey 12.6.6 on my Mac? "
A - Update ? The latest version of Monterey is 12.6.6
A - UpGrade is a very different matter
A - The Age of this computer will Govern what newer version of macOS it will Qualify to install. Use About this Mac from the Apple Icon on Desktop - the required Information will be there.
With the above information in-hand - follow this How to get old versions of macOS and verify what version this computer Qualifies to install. For Best results use Safari to commence the download as Others may not work.
Safari will open a redirect and open the Apple Store where the download can commence.
Does this computer appear as Listed and qualifying for an upGrade to a newer version of macOS?
The below links will help identify which version of macOS this computer may Qualify to run.
Computer Qualifying for macOS 13 Ventura
If this computer does Not Appear on the list of Qualifying computer - that would answer the Users Question
If it Does Qualify - try the method previously suggested
There are factors that may interfere with the UpGrade Process >>
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.
Running behind a VPN which may increase Packet losses or corruption of the download
Best Results are via Ethernet Cable to Route
