Macbook Pro Critical Software Update is Required - Not Booting to macOS

[@lapfix]

We have seen this issue with dead SSDs as well as liquid damage. Most likely there is an issue with the NAND itself. Let us know any suggestions down below

[@ewaste9658]

try to reinstall bridge os using another mac and try again

[@Edge-71]

There might be an issue the the T1 chip / communication with the onboard Nand. Try DFU restore 👍

[@imadmacosappsdz316]

Hi, I resolved a similar problem in my MacBook Pro A1706 2016 by replacing the Touch Bar , after putting a new Touch Bar the MacBook continues the installation of macos system and it's working fine now. Maybe the Touch Bar it's failed trying test a new Touch Bar just plugged in and tested it.

[@garrettlassalle6544]

I am having same issue with one I am trying to repair for a coworker. Keeps going to software uodate needed. The original issue with this machine is keyboard and trackpad isn't working. I plugged in usb mouse and keyboard to see if the machine would actually operate and it just keeps going to uodate needed. I even tried booting from external drive but nothing. Would the keyboard and trackpad not working cause this? If so, I will continue to troubleshoot that problem. I just assumed that a keyboard and trackpad issue wouldn't cause it to not boot up correctly if I had an external keyboard connected. If it's not booting because of the keyboard and tracpad issue, then at least I know to start working on this first.

[@garrettlassalle6544]

​@@imadmacosappsdz316so if I had a keyboard and trackpad not working, would it cause the machine to keep saying needs an update? This is a problem I have right now with an A2289 Intel MacBook.

[@cocinadebibita]

I was able to revive my old MacBook Pro 2016 by using Open Core Legacy Patcher and installing Sonoma. The touchbar and the fingerprint reader don’t work (I suspect this was the root cause of the problem), and the computer crashes when it enters power saving mode, (I already had that problem before resorting to OLP), but at least the laptop works and it’s not a paperweight anymore. I recommend you give this a try before throwing away your old Mac.

[@minimal5369]

I just want to add that i have the same mac book pro 2017 w touch but only 13 inches, the problem has to do with the touchbar, on afte catalina the touchbar os is stored on the ssd so if you get an ssd error / death you’re fucked. Try installing the os on an external hard drive and booting into safe mode and and download bigsur as that’s the update that fixed most touch bar related issues but otherwise goodluck

[@danworld6707]

same problem, same 15" 2017 macbook pro with retarded touch bar. tried everything. worked in safe mode but not regular mode. Wiping and Installing new or any OS would not let me complete set up on very last steps when it asked country and then connect to wifi. Took it to Apple. At first when they called and said its fixed , i came to pick it up but when i booted it the problem remained. they took 2nd time it for 'deep' scan. Called me 3 days later said problem with touch bar. Said total $250 and they will replace touch bar and older battery that started giving me warning reminder. What do you think ???

[@Anilchacko-m8k]

Can u please help.... I also got the same problem in 2017 A1706 13 inch SSD in not showing in recovery, I used and external ssd to boot but it's only working on safe mode and SSD it's also dead now how can I fix please help me some one

[@ailiscross-gorman29]

Where did you download high sierra? I’ve heard that it works if you can boot big sur 11.1

[@megatronskneecap]

Hey guys! Did you ever manage to find an at home solution for this? Uncle of mine is having the same issue and is being picky about sending it to our local repair guys.

[@MTheAwesome1203]

Hey, can you help me? I have an error of -2003f. You have a video on error -1008f. Do you know what i have to do? Thank you!

[@thorium9190]

I get the exact same error on my 2018 MacBook Air

[@celticsealgair3572]

Was there a fix my Mac just started doing this

[@ВиталийОвчаренко-и1н]

To resolve the issue of your MacBook Pro not booting to macOS due to a required critical software update, you can try the following solutions based on the search snippets provided: 1. Switch to Another Internet Connection: Try connecting to the internet via another Wi-Fi network to install the update. 2. Unplug Peripherals: Disconnect any peripheral devices like USB drives, monitors, SSD or HDD, as they may be causing the issue. 3. Renew DHCP in Safe Mode: If DHCP is the problem, renewing the connection in Safe Mode may fix the issue. If these solutions do not work, you may need to seek assistance from Apple support or visit an authorized service provider for further help.

[@lauraredmond2]

Number 2 solution worked for me. Thank you so much. After restarting without peripherals I was able to reconnect my peripherals with no issue.

[@dondurmacijon]

ıt worksss

[@danworld6707]

same problem, same 15" 2017 macbook pro with retarded touch bar. tried everything. worked in safe mode but not regular mode. Wiping and Installing new or any OS would not let me complete set up on very last steps when it asked country and then connect to wifi. Took it to Apple. At first when they called and said its fixed , i came to pick it up but when i booted it the problem remained. they took 2nd time it for 'deep' scan. Called me 3 days later said problem with touch bar. Said total $250 and they will replace touch bar and older battery that started giving me warning reminder. What do you think ???

[@jungleech]

Having this exact same problem after clean install Monterey on MacBook Pro mid 2015 15 inch …have you found a solution yet for yours?

[@walidpw9358]

@@jungleechdid you find any solution?

[@jailbreak7750]

click install stuck restart again

[@jungleech]

Bro replace the SSD M2 n install new OS

[@sameernaik2284]

It has onboard ssd

[@LudoBeckers]

isn't this where you solved it? kzbin.info/www/bejne/q6PcZKOKe6yAlaM

[@bengenebernardo8437]

A1707 model is very problematic, fix one problem then another would pop out. It like multiple organ failure in humans. I hate this release from 🍎