4 GB Mountain Lion Download quits @ 425 MB. 1.6 GB FCP X downloads OK!
That's it really!
If a 4 GB Mountain Lion Download from the App Store repeatedly quits at 425 MB but a 1.6 GB FCP X download from the App Store works perfectly, it surely must be a fault with the App Store - but if anyone knows a way to contact Apple and report this, they're doing better than I am.
Andy
Well, I managed to contact Apple on this matter.
The problem turned out to be my BT (British Telecom) 2Wire 2700 HGV Router.
I bought a new router online, and Mountain Lion downloaded perfectly.
Goodness only knows why Final Cut Pro X downloaded fine, but Mountain Lion repeatedly stalled at 425 MB - but that's computer equipment for you!
Andy
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aldofromwilts wrote:
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