My Macbook Pro 15 2017 is stuck in an update loop after attempting to install the Big Sur update, how do I fix this?
My Macbook Pro 15 2017 is stuck in an update loop after attempting to install the Big Sur update, how do I fix this?
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PhillipFler wrote:
My Macbook Pro 15 2017 is stuck in an update loop after attempting to install the Big Sur update, how do I fix this?
Verify you have sufficient storage space for the install...
Big Sur—Press release states that you will need 35.5 GB of free storage when upgrading from High Sierra or newer, and 44.5 GB when upgrading from an older versions.
if that is not your issue try a Safe Boot— and launch the installer form there.
SafeBoot https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201262
Takes noticeable longer to get to the login screen, does a 5-15 minute disk repair before it fully boots up, and certain system caches get cleared and rebuilt, including dynamic loader cache, etc. Login.
In Safe mode third party system modifications and system accelerations are disabled, it removes malware, etc hampering smooth operation, however a reboot will put it back to normal mode.