I have updated my MacBook with latest version software but I can’t do the installation, I get the error that says “Installation failed – Couldn’t install the software”. There is a number of things that cause these problems. Let’s take a look for the solution for the problem.
- RESTART MAC
- Most importantly, MacBook needs Proper Restart to install the software.
- Press and Hold the Power button to Turn Off and Press again the Power button to Turn On the Macbook.
2. CHECK THE SETTINGS
- Open Mac Menu -> System Preferences.
- Select Security & Privacy.
- Check the App store and identified developer check-box is Enabled in Allow Apps downloader from.
- If it is not Enabled, Enable it.
3. SWITCH TO WIRED CONNECTION
- Most of the times, WiFi Connection may give an issue to connect with the network in MacOS software, it may be a problem with the Router or the Network provider is down.
- So, try to Connect the Mac to Wired connection.
- After connecting to the Wired Network, Go to Downloads -> Cancel the Software update/ delete it.
- Restart your MacBook and give download and update again.
4. RESET NVRAM
Reset the NVRAM, It allows the devices to recover from the instability issues.
Hold and Press Command + Option (Alt) + P + R, these four keys to Reset the NVRAM ( Non- Volatile Random Access Memory) and restart the Macbook.
Now, the MacBook will restart normally with a complete installation of the Software.
In some situations, We need to Reset Mac SMC (System Management Controller) this helps to recover the data and moving on the Reinstall the MacOS.
If you have a Non- Removable Battery, then Hold and Press Shift + Ctrl + Option (Alt) + Power Button and then Turn On the Mac.
If you have a Removable Battery, then remove and insert the battery from your MacBook.
Hopefully, you also have got enough data from your Mac and continue working on your New Mac. Note: You can get Latest updates of MacOS software in this link: https://support.apple.com/en_US/downloads/macos
