Are OS X Yosemite app downloads failing? Frustrated by endless spinning wheels and error messages? You're not alone! Many Yosemite users experience download problems, often stemming from DNS server issues. This simple guide will walk you through changing your DNS server settings—a quick fix that could resolve your download woes. Let's get your apps downloading smoothly again!
Step-by-Step Instructions
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Access Network Settings
- Access your network preferences.
- Go to Advanced settings.
- Click on DNS.
Access Network Settings -
Change DNS Server
- 8.8.8.8
Change DNS Server -
Retry Download
- Click Okay and retry downloading the app (Yosemite or other).
Retry Download -
Revert DNS Settings
- After successful download, revert to your original DNS settings by deleting the added 8.8.8.8 entry.
Revert DNS Settings
Tips
- This method might not work for everyone, but it has a high success rate.
- 8.8.8.8 might not be the optimal DNS server for you; experiment with others if needed.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
1. Incorrect DNS Server Address Input
Reason: Typos or incorrect entries of the DNS server IP addresses can prevent the connection from being established.
Solution: Double-check the DNS server addresses for accuracy, ensuring there are no typos or extra spaces.
2. Failure to Restart the Computer or Network Services
Reason: After changing the DNS settings, the changes may not take effect immediately without restarting the computer or relevant network services.
Solution: Restart your computer or router, and flush your DNS cache using the command prompt (ipconfig /flushdns).
FAQs
Will changing my DNS server affect my internet speed?
It might! Some DNS servers are faster than others. If you choose a public DNS server like Google's or Cloudflare's, you might experience a noticeable improvement in speed, especially for downloading large files. However, it could also be slower depending on your location and the server's performance.
What if changing my DNS server doesn't fix the problem?
If changing your DNS server doesn't resolve the download errors, the issue might lie elsewhere. Consider checking your internet connection, restarting your computer, ensuring sufficient disk space, or verifying the integrity of the app download source. You might also need to troubleshoot your firewall or network settings.