Apple takes security, privacy, and supported features very seriously. That\u2019s why the brand keeps releasing competent macOS, iOS, and iPadOS updates for compatible Apple products. However, Macs getting stuck in the middle of updates is nothing surprising. Users have reported that their Mac won\u2019t update.<\/p>\n
At first glance, it seems to be a software installation glitch. However, the insufficient space on your Mac computer can be another reason behind the interrupted update.<\/p>\n
Let\u2019s check out how you can eradicate the \u2018Mac won\u2019t update\u2019 issue with easy fixes.<\/p>\n
Before you try out any fix, it\u2019s better to find out whether your Mac computer is capable of that update. Especially when you are talking about a major macOS update. For example, you want to upgrade your Mac computer from BBigSur to Monterey. Is it possible?<\/p>\n
Probably, your Mac won\u2019t update as the latest macOS does not support it. Apple discards older Mac devices for the latest macOS versions because the hardware might not be compatible with advanced features. Therefore, check whether your Mac deserves the update by visiting Apple\u2019s page of system requirements for the macOS version.<\/p>\n
Your Mac can\u2019t download and install the latest macOS update if it is low on storage space. Experts advise keeping at least 36 GB of available space for installing macOS. The storage capacity might increase if your Mac device acquires a macOS Sierra or an earlier version.<\/p>\n
How can you check the available storage when your Mac won\u2019t update? Click the Apple icon. Select the \u2018About This Mac\u2019 option from the drop-down list when expanding. After that, you need to click on the Storage tab.<\/p>\n
From there, you can check how much storage is left on your Mac computer. You can manage your Mac storage if it\u2019s less than the required amount. Click the Manage button just next to the Storage bar. It will show you applications, files, etc., that you can get rid of. If your Mac storage is perfectly OK, then proceed to the next solution.<\/p>\n
Apart from the available storage on any computer, the efficiency of the software installation depends on the RAM. If it\u2019s an older Mac computer, then it might not have compatible RAM to support a recent macOS update; as a result, the Mac won\u2019t update.<\/p>\n
Try checking how much RAM your Mac has. You must visit the ‘About This Mac\u2019 section again to check the RAM status. Stay on the Overview tab and look at the text next to the Memory specifications. For convenient results, your Mac computer should have a minimum of 4 GB RAM for BigSur and later updates.<\/p>\n
In case your Mac has no issue with the storage or memory, a software update can be a failure due to a poor internet connection. The update won\u2019t proceed if your Wi-Fi connection keeps crashing every now and then<\/p>\n
To improve the situation, you can turn off the Wi-Fi connection. Wait for a while, and then you can turn it on. Additionally, you can switch to another Wi-Fi connection if available. Check if this resolves the issue. Moreover, restarting the router can also be a solution if you think your connectivity isn\u2019t stable.<\/p>\n
You might have tried cleaning up the storage or restarting the router. Yet, the issue appears to be stubborn. Perhaps, it\u2019s your Mac computer that is facing some kind of technical glitches. Nothing can be more effective and easier than a quick restart if you are thinking about a solution to day-to-day Mac glitches.<\/p>\n
Reboot your Mac computer and try updating the macOS. Hopefully, this addresses the Mac stuck while updating.<\/p>\n
This is once in a blue moon scenario. Yet, we can\u2019t discard it. Apple is sincere about providing convenient services for its customers and users. Still, power outages and other errors can happen at any time. Therefore, you should keep track of Apple\u2019s corresponding servers according to your macOS version.<\/p>\n
On the other hand, Apple informs its users about any ongoing maintenance on its server status page. You should definitely check if your Mac won\u2019t update at any cost.<\/p>\n
Here\u2019s how you can check the server status:<\/p>\n
If a yellow sign or Issue text appears beside any service, it implies that the service is facing a breakdown right now, and there\u2019s no way rather than waiting.<\/p>\n
Updating your macOS might take you ages, but it can run smoothly when you boot your device in Safe Mode. Booting the Safe Mode for the Mac restricts all problematic processes and applications.<\/p>\n
Here\u2019s what you need to do to boot your Mac in Safe mode:<\/p>\n