For some reason I am unable to successfully complete any updates on my Macbook Pro. Any help?
Hi there,
I have a 13" Macbook Pro (Mac OS X, Version 10.5.8). For a long time now, I haven't been able to run any software updates on my computer.
When I open Software Update, there are 6 items available for updating (including AirPort Utility 5.6.1, Java Update 10 version 1.0 and Safari version 5.0.6) but whenever I try to run an update, even if I do so individually, as my computer restarts and begins updating, at the very end it cancels. There are also updates for iTunes as well as other applications that I would like, but I believe the main issue is that I can't update the main software.
Does anyone know why this is occuring or what I can do to fix the problem?
Thanks for the help!
How large is your hard drive and how much space do you have left?
Boot up from your Leopard Install DVD while holding down the "c" key.
Select the language you wish to use, and then choose "Disk Utility" from the menu bar.
Your HD should appear in a panel on the left hand side of the window which opens. Select it and then click on the "repair disk" button in the right hand section of the window.
If Disk First aid is unable to complete the repair you will need to use a stronger 3rd party utility like DiskWarrior or TechTool Pro.
Once this process has been completed restart your computer, repair permissions and try Software Update again.
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