Pro Tools 11 Attempt to open locked file for writing (-54)

I am able to download Pro Tools 11 (includes HD) Pro Tools_11_0_2_Mac_80450.dmg to my Mac Mini, running 10.8.5. However, when I run it and start Pro Tools 11, it gives me the error "Attempt to open locked file for writing (-54)".
If someone could help me, I would appreciate it immensely.

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