Windows support software slow to download

I'm disappointed with Apple's abandonment of iDvd for burning my movies and want ot explore windows movie editing software. I'm waiting for BootCamp's Windows support software to download and it's taking forever. I just measured my connection speed; 18681 Kbps. Usually not too bad for streaming movies, and downloading software. Does anyone know how to speed this process up?

Try the Bootcamp downloads http://www.apple.com/support/bootcamp/downloads/

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  • Downloading windows support software slow

    Trying to install on new mac mini a windows partition. Been stuck on "downloading windows support software" for over an hour. Have a fast connection, already downloaded win7 ultimate 32 bit iso. Not sure why its taking so long.
    Tried this already with win7 ultimate 64 bit. Would not connect to internet and no bluetooth support. Deleted partition and am trying again with 32 bit version. Taking for ever. Have latest updates to mac OS.
    Any ideas?
    Thanks!

    use Windows with VirtualBox VM for now.
    oot Camp 4.0, OS X Lion: Frequently asked question
    http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4818
    http://manuals.info.apple.com/en_US/boot_camp_install-setup_10.7.pdf
    create a Windows support software (drivers) CD or USB storage media
    http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4407
    Advanced Network: Proxy Settings, I uncheck "Auto Proxy detection" and make sure you have the interface you use selected and none others.
    "Go into System Preferences - Network - Advanced - Proxies  Uncheck "Auto Proxy Discovery", click OK, Apply"
    After Unchecking "Auto Proxy Discovery" I also had to Uncheck "Use Passive FTP Mode (PASV)" and then Restart Boot Camp Assistant.
    odiggy's comment and tried restarting Boot Camp Assistant. That did the trick, even though the Auto Proxy Discovery checkbox ended up the same as it started.  Windows support software is now downloading...  if you're downloading to an external drive make sure there's a least 1 GB of free space because the WindowsSupport folder is around 700 MB and presumably will grow with time.
    https://discussions.apple.com/thread/3223773?start=15
    Also, Change Domain Name Servers to OpenDNS IP address servers - that should be at the router firewall rather than the OS but may be in both for some people. You may be using the defaults your ISP uses, save those if you want, and try these:
    208.67.222.222
    208.67.220.220
    Make sure you are not using LittleSnitch or Symantec (probably other 3rd party firewall)

  • When downloading Windows Support Software from BCA, download freezes at about a sixth of the way

    When I download the Windows Support Software from BCA, the progress bar freezes at about a sixth of the way through. I took my MBP to the genius bar, and they told me I should use a USB drive instead of a DVD, but even when I use a USB the problem persists. I've even tried saving it straight to my Windows Partition, and the same thing happens. I've seen many people with a similar problem, but instead of getting something like "The Windows Support Software is not available", my download just freezes. I tried to uncheck "Auto Proxy Discovery" in system preferences, but it already was. I also heard you could use the drivers on the SL installation disc, but I have a late 2011 MBP, which came with Lion, so I don't have an install disc. Does anybody else have the same problem or a solution? Any help would be appreciated.

    Oops, sorry. I meant to say Release Preview, not Consumer Preview
    Like I said before, the progress bar just freezes when I do what http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4407 says. Also, that article was for an MBA late 2010, but I have an MBP 8,2 (late 2011). I don't think that makes a difference, though. The only thing I actually need the drivers for is for the wifi card, which W8 RP doesn't seem to detect. I tried looking for BCM4331 drivers on the internet, but apparently, broadcom doesn't let you download their drivers, but anyways, thanks for the reply.
    This is exactly where the download always freezes, about a sixth of the way through:

  • When i try to download windows support software it wont download. what can i do?

    i have a 2006 macbook running 10.6.8 snow leopard.i want to run boot camp but the windows support software wont download

    Downloading the support software only works if you are running Lion or if you have a computer, Macbook Air, that does not have an optical drive. Your post says you are running Snow Leopard. The support software/drivers are on your Snow Leopard installation disk.
    Read the Boot Camp Installation Guide. http://manuals.info.apple.com/en_US/Boot_Camp_Install-Setup_10.6.pdf

  • Can't download windows support software with Boot Camp

    I'm trying to install windows 7 on my MacBook Pro using Boot Camp, I start downloading windows support software but the download is very slow (compared to my usual download speed) and it seems it fall in loop, the downloading bar doesn't move... What can I do?

    coglia wrote:
    I'm trying to install windows 7 on my MacBook Pro using Boot Camp, I start downloading windows support software but the download is very slow (compared to my usual download speed) and it seems it fall in loop, the downloading bar doesn't move... What can I do?
    Wait, it can take hours (as much as 4 hours has been reported, 1 is more common)

  • Stucked in ''downloading Windows support software''

    Hello!
    Im completely new to mac and im having troubles with bootcamp in mountain lion.
    I have a unestable internet connection and it dropped 2 times already and then it got stucked somewhere in the middle. What can i do? is there a way to download it somewhere else and then copying to my mac? Can i have problems with those files that were downloaded and got interrupted?
    Also, i have my copy of windows in CD (im using a macbook pro 15 inch 2012 non retina) how do i install it? i dont see the option of installing it from CDs.

    Boot Camp Assistant normally doesn't work correctly downloading the Windows support software. Instead, download it from the Apple website, so you can pause and resume this download > http://support.apple.com/kb/DL1638?viewlocale=en_US&locale=en_US Follow the steps of the website to copy the Windows support software to a USB drive.
    Then, open Boot Camp Assistant and follow the steps. You will see an option to install Windows, so mark this option and follow the steps. If you need help, read the steps to install Windows > http://manuals.info.apple.com/en_US/boot_camp_install-setup_10.8.pdf

  • Hi, where can I manually download windows support software for boot camp windows 7 installation, I am trying through boot camp but its like taking forever to download its been 5 hours but boot camp still have't completed the download

    can any one give me a link to download them manually

    create a Windows support software (drivers) CD or USB storage media
    http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4407
    Advanced Network: Proxy Settings, I uncheck "Auto Proxy detection" and make sure you have the interface you use selected and none others.
    "Go into System Preferences - Network - Advanced - Proxies  Uncheck "Auto Proxy Discovery", click OK, Apply"
    After Unchecking "Auto Proxy Discovery" I also had to Uncheck "Use Passive FTP Mode (PASV)" and then Restart Boot Camp Assistant.
    odiggy's comment and tried restarting Boot Camp Assistant. That did the trick, even though the Auto Proxy Discovery checkbox ended up the same as it started.  Windows support software is now downloading...  if you're downloading to an external drive make sure there's a least 1 GB of free space because the WindowsSupport folder is around 700 MB and presumably will grow with time.
    https://discussions.apple.com/thread/3223773?start=15
    Also, Change Domain Name Servers to OpenDNS IP address servers - that should be at the router firewall rather than the OS but may be in both for some people. You may be using the defaults your ISP uses, save those if you want, and try these:
    208.67.222.222
    208.67.220.220
    Make sure you are not using LittleSnitch or Symantec (probably other 3rd party firewall)

  • ErrorCan't install Windows Support Software because it is not currently available from the Software Update server.

    When I try to install bootcamp I get the above error. I have OS X 10.7.4 and intel 2.16 Ghz core 2 duo chip.  I am not connected to a network.  None of the proxy servers are checked.  I have restared the assistant twice and get the same error.

    the question has been asked multiple times today, this week, for over a year, and even in the last hour. the answer does not change? It does get rather old for some of us who see the same question day and month after month.
    It is and has been deplorable and has not been officially addressed or acknowleged. To the best of my knowledge this you can do, besides keep retrying -
    General Help:
    Boot Camp 4.0, OS X Lion: Frequently asked question
    http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4818
    http://manuals.info.apple.com/en_US/boot_camp_install-setup_10.7.pdf
    create a Windows support software (drivers) CD or USB storage media
    http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4407
    Boot in Safe Mode and try to download the Windows Support Software and follow these tips:
    Advanced Network: Proxy Settings, I uncheck "Auto Proxy detection" and make sure you have the interface you use selected and none others.
    "Go into System Preferences - Network - Advanced - Proxies  Uncheck "Auto Proxy Discovery", click OK, Apply"
    After Unchecking "Auto Proxy Discovery" I also had to Uncheck "Use Passive FTP Mode (PASV)" and then Restart Boot Camp Assistant.
    odiggy's comment and tried restarting Boot Camp Assistant. That did the trick, even though the Auto Proxy Discovery checkbox ended up the same as it started.  Windows support software is now downloading...  if you're downloading to an external drive make sure there's a least 1 GB of free space because the WindowsSupport folder is around 700 MB and presumably will grow with time.
    https://discussions.apple.com/thread/3223773?start=15
    Also, Change Domain Name Servers to OpenDNS IP address servers - that should be at the router firewall rather than the OS but may be in both for some people. You may be using the defaults your ISP uses, save those if you want, and try these:
    208.67.222.222
    208.67.220.220
    Make sure you are not using LittleSnitch or Symantec (probably other 3rd party firewall) which do interfere, a Safe Boot should bypass their loading also - there are other products that interfere as well and some now with Mountain Lion.

  • The Windows support software is not available.

    This error message appears when I try to download the windows support software. What do I do?

    Reboot in Safe Mode and try these tips:
    General Help:
    Boot Camp 4.0, OS X Lion: Frequently asked question
    http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4818
    http://manuals.info.apple.com/en_US/boot_camp_install-setup_10.7.pdf
    create a Windows support software (drivers) CD or USB storage media
    http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4407
    Boot in Safe Mode and try to download the Windows Support Software again.
    Then follow these tips:
    Advanced Network: Proxy Settings, I uncheck "Auto Proxy detection" and make sure you have the interface you use selected and none others.
    "Go into System Preferences - Network - Advanced - Proxies  Uncheck "Auto Proxy Discovery", click OK, Apply"
    After Unchecking "Auto Proxy Discovery" I also had to Uncheck "Use Passive FTP Mode (PASV)" and then Restart Boot Camp Assistant.
    odiggy's comment and tried restarting Boot Camp Assistant. That did the trick, even though the Auto Proxy Discovery checkbox ended up the same as it started.  Windows support software is now downloading...  if you're downloading to an external drive make sure there's a least 1 GB of free space because the WindowsSupport folder is around 700 MB and presumably will grow with time.
    https://discussions.apple.com/thread/3223773?start=15
    Also, Change Domain Name Servers to OpenDNS IP address servers - that should be at the router firewall rather than the OS but may be in both for some people. You may be using the defaults your ISP uses, save those if you want, and try these:
    208.67.222.222
    208.67.220.220
    Make sure you are not using LittleSnitch or Symantec (probably other 3rd party firewall)

  • Windows Support Software - How to install

    Hello,
    Now i have another problem.
    I don't know how to install windows support software that i downloaded in Boot Camp and saved on my Mac.
    The instruction says:
    "double-click the setup.exe in the Boot Camp directory"
    Do i need restart in windows to install it, or not?
    Where is that Boot Camp directory?
    I don't have it on Windows and can't find it on my Mac?
    Kind Regards,

    It's simple. If you have downloaded Windows support software, probably Boot Camp Assistant asked you before downloading it where to store them (on a DVD or USB drive), so you just have to insert the USB drive or DVD with Windows support software, start into Windows and install the Boot Camp drivers.
    You should see a window asking you what to do with the DVD or USB drive after inserting it on Windows, so select the option to open the .exe files and follow the steps to install Windows support software. If not, open Windows Explorer or go to Start menu > Computer, and right-click the DVD or USB drive with Windows support software to install it

  • Windows support software for os x lion?

    Hello all,
    I have been banging my head against the wall on this one all day. I am working off a brand new macbook pro. I have installed windows 7 using boot camp assistant without any issues. Now where do you get the windows support software? The download option inside of the boot camp assistant does not work, that only works on air's as far as I can tell. So where are you supposed to get the windows support software from being as there is no dvd associated with Lion?
    Been on hold with support for a half hour...was this just a giant oops by apple?
    Boot camp assistant 4.0 is the version being used.

    Just an update. For whatever reason the download option would not work in my specific circumstances. I eventually got bounced up to a senior assistant and he had to grab a copy of the drivers internally and give me an ftp link. Not smooth but it is working. Thinking I am going to be reverting to snow leopard I can't handle the features of Lion anyways...

  • HT4407 why such slow download of windows support software?

    I have been trying to download the Windows support drivers for Boot Camp all day, using a wired gigabit network connection on a fibre-optic broadband supply that runs around 40Gbps. The indicator gets about half way along then refuses to move. can anyone help? there is plenty of space on the USB hard drive I'm sending the drivers to. Thank You

    Is that download (Boot Camp Support Software 5.0.5033) compatible with MacBook Air 2013 model?  The date of it (Mar 14, 2013) predates the release of the 2013 MBA.
    mende1 wrote:
    Welcome to the Apple Support Communities
    If you want, download the Windows support software from the Apple Support site, if you feel that the download from Boot Camp Assistant is slow > http://support.apple.com/kb/DL1638

  • Download windows support software for mac book air running Mac oS Lion.. too slow in bootcamp

    Hi guys,
    Do you know a site which I could download the windows support software for my mac book air running MAC OSX Lion. Using bootcamp takes a very long time and seems to be stuck. Any help is highly appreciated.
    Thanks.

    Whart exactly are you having problems with?
    Installing Boot Camp, manually updating the B.C. Drivers, Apple software update updating the drivers, or Windows Software updates?
    You will or have a full Windows install. _ALL_ Microsoft Windows software is through Microsoft or 3rd partys. Apple just supplies the drivers for their hardware to be run in Windows.
    If you want to manually install the Boot Camp drivers then try here?:
    http://www.apple.com/support/bootcamp/
    Underneath the hardrive picture is a link for _Downloads_, it shows up as an error in my browser but when i put in "Boot Camp" in the "Search Downloads" bar I got a large list.
    Hope that helps.....

  • Boot camp does not give me the option to make a partition, instead it just gives me the options to download windows support software, install windows 7, etc. I do not want any of these, I want to set aside the space on my hard drive!

    Hello, I wish to install Linux Ubuntu on my macbook pro by using boot camp to set aside space. Whenever I load the Boot Camp Assistant application out of the utilities folder in applications, it only gives me the options to download windows support software and install windows 7. I do not want this, I just want to be able to slide that little bar to set aside the space on my hard drive that i can use for Linux. I tried just downloading the windows support software but my internet is immensely slow and it has been an hour or so since it started and it's not even half way done. When this download is finished will i get the option to partition or will i just be faced with those same options?
    I am on a 13" macbook pro, with apple OS X snow leopard version 10.7.2
    A lot of the data on this macbook was transferred over from my old macbook i had.
    Any ideas on how to fix this problem?
    Thank you for reading.

    Well thank you for your honesty.  Apple requires you have to have a Mac to develop iPhone apps, ergo my foray into OS-Xland. No way around it that one except for running OSX in a VM, which would have probably saved me some quid, true enough.
    BUT for those interested parties: VirtualBox has a startup script in /Library/StartupItems/VirtualBox that will prevent OSX from fully booting on the initial (and required) rEFIt boot cycle. Once I temporarily moved that out of the StartupItems rEFIt went in as expected.
    FYI, the openSUSE desktop running native is a little peppier than OSX native which was a nice surprise.  Now if the Mac just had more open source software we would have a deal. (:

  • When trying to download Boot Camp Windows Support Software, error says: "Can't install the software because it is not currently available from the Software Update server."

    I use a Macbook Pro 13" mid 2010 on Mavericks and I've tried using the Boot Camp assistant to download support software for Windows 7. This gives the error "Can't install the software because it is not currently available from the Software Update server."
    Further, I tried to separately download Boot Camp 4 and 5. When I do this and try to install from Windows 7, it says that this version of Boot Camp is not for this computer and doesn't install. The result is that I have Windows 7 working and installed, but am unable to use the trackpad to rightclick, brightness settings, etc.
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    You need to run Bootcamp Assistant and select only the menu item to download the Windows Support Software. Follow the instructions. The download servers are extremely slow therefore it may take several hours to get the download.

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