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big sur update

My update app has been like this for almost 6 hours... any suggestions on how to FINALLY apply this update??

iMac 21.5″, macOS 10.13

Posted on Dec 19, 2020 10:13 PM

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Posted on Dec 22, 2020 10:51 AM

Hello crash041,


Thanks for posting to the Apple Support Communities. From your post, there are issues with applying macOS Big Sur. We'll gladly help get you on the latest version.


Since it has taken a significant amount of time, try restarting the Mac from the Apple () menu to get a fresh start on the update.


If you're still having issues, try starting the Mac in safe mode which can help diagnose these kinds of issues: Start up your Mac in safe mode



Take care!

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Dec 22, 2020 10:51 AM in response to crash041

Hello crash041,


Thanks for posting to the Apple Support Communities. From your post, there are issues with applying macOS Big Sur. We'll gladly help get you on the latest version.


Since it has taken a significant amount of time, try restarting the Mac from the Apple () menu to get a fresh start on the update.


If you're still having issues, try starting the Mac in safe mode which can help diagnose these kinds of issues: Start up your Mac in safe mode



Take care!

big sur update

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