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Error Message Updating MACOS

I have been trying to update to /Sonoma and each time the download gets as far as 79mg then it errors out. Please advise.

Posted on Oct 8, 2023 5:46 PM

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Oct 8, 2023 5:59 PM in response to Lynda3322

Lynda3322 Said:

"Error Message Updating MACOS: I have been trying to update to /Sonoma and each time the download gets as far as 79mg then it errors out. Please advise."

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Updating the macOS:


A. Provide a Photo of thes Messages:

Who do the error messages read? Please provide a photo of these messages.


B. Update Using Ethernet:

For a Mac that does not have Ethernet, this would be the adapter to use: Belkin USB-C to Gigabit Ethernet Adapter - Apple.


C. Restart your Router:

Power off your router for 30 seconds, and then power it back on.


D. Use a Temporary Administrator User:

Create an Administrator user, and then update using it. Once mpleted, use your normal user, and then trash this one.

Error Message Updating MACOS

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