During reinstallation - "An error occurred preparing the update. Failed to personalize the software update.Please try again"

Issue:

Cant reinstall the mac, during installation for monterey or ventura , getting this error "An error occurred preparing the update. Failed to personalize the software update.Please try again."


Mac information:

MacBook Air (M2, 2022)


Troubelshoot:

-erased harddrive

-check time/date

-reparied harddrive

-used a direct cabel to the router

-created a bootable ventura usb

-tried the other commands - cmd+r,cmd+shift+r et c but it dosent take, only hold down power button to load options.


MacBook Air (M2, 2022)

Posted on Mar 30, 2023 04:32 AM

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Mar 30, 2023 04:39 AM in response to SirCandyman

Erasing the Top Level of an Apple Silicon Computer maybe ill-advised


It is not the same as the good old days when using the Intel Based computer


Apple Silicon Computer Must have a functional and work drive in order boot up.


Using the information from Apple and contained in below like should be enough to active the almost the " Out of the Box " Experience once again


like below


Erase your Mac and reset it to factory settings - Apple Support (CA)


Using the Erase All Content and Setting in above would effectively Not Touch the Existing Operating System


The Operating System, as it exists Now, would remain in tacked

Mar 30, 2023 06:57 AM in response to SirCandyman

There's nothing personal received here 😀


Some issues can be resolved on these Forums and some can not


If the user is more comfortable with an In Person Visit ;


1 - Have the computer evaluated by the Professionals who have the Special Hardware Software and Expertise to diagnose the issue and offer possible solutions


2 - Make an Appointment at the Apple Genius Bar and have them evaluate the computer

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During reinstallation - "An error occurred preparing the update. Failed to personalize the software update.Please try again"

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