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Can't install Monterey

Hey lifesavers of the apple forums, I just got a 13" mb pro m1. I just can't get macOS Monterey. The update is complete, but it won't move the blue progress bar all the way, and it won't install either. I've tried everything: Downloading from the App Store, from apple.com, and downloading any other software update first. I have enough storage, battery life, and I just can't think of a reason.



Posted on Jun 22, 2022 2:01 AM

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Posted on Jun 22, 2022 3:40 AM

There are factors:


1 - Like poor Wifi connection


2 - Slow wifi connection


3 - Too many other people downloading at the same time and Apple Severs are overloaded


4 - 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.


5 - Running behind a VPN which may increase Packet losses or corruption of the download 


6 - If via wifi too many Other devices using the wifi at the same time reducing the Bandwidth to your computer. 


7 - Best Results are via Ethernet Cable to Router


8 - Restart the computer  Safe Mode and try the Software Update Applet in System Preferences

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Jun 22, 2022 3:40 AM in response to TxhxElmessiri

There are factors:


1 - Like poor Wifi connection


2 - Slow wifi connection


3 - Too many other people downloading at the same time and Apple Severs are overloaded


4 - 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.


5 - Running behind a VPN which may increase Packet losses or corruption of the download 


6 - If via wifi too many Other devices using the wifi at the same time reducing the Bandwidth to your computer. 


7 - Best Results are via Ethernet Cable to Router


8 - Restart the computer  Safe Mode and try the Software Update Applet in System Preferences

Can't install Monterey

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