List of Mac OS Error Codes
I just ran across a complete list of those pesky Mac OS error codes and thought that I would share. Turns out that error code -36 is just an I/O Error. Go figure….
http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=9805
There are links at the bottom of this page to get the rest of the codes. Pretty helpful article actually.
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what is code -43, on mac os lepard i keep getting this error and don’t know how to fix it
Hi all,
There are a couple more articles in the apple site with other error codes, namely:
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT2088
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT2237?viewlocale=en_US
(you’ll find the links to get there in any of the error code pages including the one posted above)
However, I cannot find error code -1319 in the list and I just got it (reason why I was searching for it…).
I’m running OSX tiger in a standard macbook (intel) with 1GB of ram and trying to copy information from a 250G lacie external hdd (using usb) to a 80G freecom hdd (using also usb). The transfer bar is less than 1/4 across and I get the error ‘operation could not be completed due to system error code -1319′
I wonder if any of you knows where can I find more info? maybe someone knows what this error means and can tell me?
I am searching the internet left and right but I really can’t find it.
Any info is appreciated ^^
thanks!
sofía
If you happen to find out what this error code is, please be sure to leave a comment for the rest of us.
I think that Apple should have a database for these error codes myself.
Any idea about code error-1712 when I try to open mail after a shutdown?
Am using 10.4.11
Martin
Unfortunately I don’t have anything for you. That seems to be the trend here, people can’t find error codes, and if they are indeed eventually discovered, never reported back so the next poor soul goes through the same process….
Could you help me with an “Mac OS Error = -32030″ that I wasn’t able to find a single post, neither at Google searching nor at Apple’s Support webpages?
It has to do with burning DVDs, particularly DVD-R DL ones.
Sometimes, the error message takes another form and says:
“Couldn’t complete the last command because of a Mac OS Error.
Result Code = -32030″
Also, it precedes either of the above forms of the same error message, another message that tells me: “Interface connection was unstable” or something like that.
The strange thing is that when I’m searching all those terms or phrases in Apple’s Support site I don’t get even a single result … ONLY ME IN THE WHOLE WORLD (!!) that kind of problem has chosen to make its appearance?
I have an early 2008 iMac 24″ at 3,06 GHz with 4 GB DDR2 RAM and I’m using Toast 10 Pro as for burning my discs.
Thank you in advance, for your time and effort!
Me again
I have found the Error Codes I’ve asked for. The only thing is that in two different places there are some small differences in the Code’s explanation text. See for your self:
1. http://www.gete.net/dossiers/erreurs/Liste_Erreurs.php
and
2. http://www.peter.com.au/programming/mac-os-errors.html
But the most exciting for me, is that i have found suggestions for my problem with my iMac’s super-drive! It is in the following address:
http://forums.support.roxio.com/index.php?showtopic=48059
What exactly is error code -36???? I’m trying to install adobe cs3 but whenever I try to copy de .dmg archive to my desktop, this error turns up!
I’d really appreciate a piece of help! thank youu all!
According to http://www.peter.com.au/programming/mac-os-errors.html, error -36 is simply listed as an I/O Error.
Since you say you have CS3 from a .dmg file, I would assume this has been downloaded. Not to encourage illegal downloading, but attempting to download another copy would probably be the best bet.
http://www.peter.com.au/programming/mac-os-errors.html denotes “Mac OS Error = -32030? as “Please insert the Disc”.
I would assume this is a hardware related issue sadly. Highly recommend taking your iMac into an Apple Store for service.
Anyone heard of mac error 19461? i’m trying to open an avi file:
[KAA]_Trigun_13.DVD[678273EA].avi
and i get that error code. Apple support does not list this error code
Any idea what error code -61 is?
I try to delete files of my external hard drive by dragging them to the trash, then it says the operation could not be completed as an unexpected error occurred (error code -61). I can’t find it on Apple or Google search…
howdy all I have OSX 10.5.4 and I was trying to burn a DVD and got error code 0X80020022. and it is just for the one AVI file I was trying to burn. everything else is fine but just with this one file. Any Ideas??
I’m getting -1710 I can’t open “Pages application, or any of my existing documents that were created using it. (only on my new MacBook Pro), I have a 4 year old Black MacBook, I am not having this problem on that one.
I also can’t connect with my SMTP server, it does not recognize my user name on either of my MacBooks. All the settings are correct, I have taken them all out, and redone them “in case it was what was needed” still refuses to acknowledge me”. When I correct the issues, I’ll come back in and let everyone know how I did it.
Blessed Be
~ Lin ~
Good Morning;
I have resolved my problem with “pages applications” I had to reload the software just for that one application, I have still not gotten email to work, though according to ALL diagnostic checks – it is 100% correct, so I have missed something along the line. I am walking away for awhile. I’ll return later with a clear head. Good luck everyone. I wish you all the best … A day without my MAC …SUCKS!!!
@Lady Selene
Hope you get your Mac back up and running soon. If you are having issues across applications, I would strongly encourage you to make a backup of essential data, as this is a telltale sign of hard drives failures.
Hopefully that’s not the case, but always better to have your data than naught.
Hello all, I recently turned off my Mac as I have done many times before. WHen I try to power it back up, With a white screen it just blinks a folder with a “?” on it. Any idea on what this is and how to fix it?
@Clay
The blinking question mark on a folder means that the computer can’t find a System folder on the boot drive (your hard drive).
This most likely indicates a hard drive failure, and I would recommend a few things. If you have a Mac with a firewire port and have access to another Mac with a firewire port, you can purchase a cable that has the same connection on both ends so you can plug your Mac to the other one. From there, you could possibly have access to all your files on the second Mac and be able to retrieve your data.
Try googling for booting in “Target Disc Mode” for more information on this.
If you have a recent backup, either of your own doing or possibly with Time Machine, it might be time to do a restore. And finally, if these don’t succeed, you probably will need a new hard drive. If your Mac is still under warranty, it would be a good idea to take it to your local Apple Store to talk with a Genuis.
Matt, thank you for you input.
I was just wondering what may have caused such an event.
HI
could you please advise on this error message?
An unexpected error occurred (error code -1401).
working in Flash – on server – then said server not accessible – and flash crashed.
and has not updated anything on the server.
please help
A
Here is a link to an Apple Knowledge Base Article detailing several error codes.
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT2237?viewlocale=en_US
Hi,
I downloaded Mac OS X 10.5 (x86, 64-bit), DMG Archive from dev.mysql.com and having a bit of a problem. Didn’t have any problems w/installation, but when I click on the button, StartMySQLServer, and enter my password, all I get is the spinning rainbow wheel. I tried several times, but it’s not working.
It comes up:
Error
Could not startup MySQL server
Reason 255
I’ve not been able to find out what that error code references. Is there any chance that the version I downloaded, and/or its specific mirror was faulty? Double checked my comp display, and it’s 32 bit. Could that be it?
Thank you.
My message was code 1712. I tried placing my disc 1 in and installing the utility but it rejected it each time and then I discovered that what I really needed to do was update my computer and then everything worked fine. I hadn’t updated my computer in a week. so I think that’s all I needed was to update my computer because everything is now working properly. Hope this help someone with code 1712. I wish apple would publish these little tips. My gosh. It’s so time consuming to figure these things out.
When trying to use my mac, i get the error message -8065 when trying to copy a folder (4gb+) onto my external hard drive.
Please help
Anyone know what error code -1407 is? Im trying to delete an enormous file off of a flashdrive on a new Macbook Pro, don’t know what running system. Ive looked online and at the sites, but i didn’t see it. Help?
I cannot empty my trash folder; instead I keep getting error code -8003 that tells me that I cannot perform the delete the contents of my Mac trash can. How do I overcome this problem? Any help will be much appreciated.
hi having an error with my book. when i turn on it gives me a loading screen with the apple. after i get a gray screen that says i need to restart or turn off my mac. i switched hardrives n still does it. i looked it up kinda n i guess its called gray screen of death. please help.
@manda – I get that too and cant find -43 listed anywhere on web
Hi, I stumbled on your very helpful website while looking for help with error code 8022, which appeared when I was trying to delete files in Trash. I have a five year old Power Mac running OSX 10.4.11. My (overloaded) iPhoto has crashed and it tells me the files are corrupt and cannot be opened, and although I can still do some things, Quark XPress is behaving oddly too, and applications are apt to close down unexpectedly. I have backed up everything I can think of which is important on an external hard drive. I tried using Disk Utility, but although I could verify and repair permissions, it would not allow me to verify or repair the HD. I had great difficulty getting the CD tray to open, but when it did finally I tried starting up using the installation disk (as suggested in MacHelp) but it did not allow me to repair the HD either, only suggested reinstalling the OS, which I have not done so far (external scanners, printers, etc to reinstall, I was hoping to avoid this). Hope all this is not an indication that the Mac is dying. Sorry to be long-winded, and hoping for suggestions. Many thanks.
When I try to save or place an image from Photoshop, InDesign, or Illustrator from the Adobe CS3, I get an error code -6640. In the window, it states the following: The operation could not be complete. There was a problem with the selected file or folder. It might have been moved, renamed, or deleted.
How do I fix this issue?
When i try 2 download cs5 i’m getting error 5???? What is it and how can I fix it? Desperate!!!
when i try to play Team fortress 2 on steam the computer crashes and it says hI2_os(or ox) error and i don’t know what that means?
Any idea what error code -10660 is? I updated software and now I cannot open files that came with the update or files I created before the update!
Am running 10.4.11 on an iBook G4
error message; You can’t open the application Riven installer because the Classic enviroment is no longer supported. What does this mea?
f you are getting such Mac error codes and make the data in accessible. Restore lost data using updated backup. But in the case Backup is not available you may use Free Mac data recovery software to recover lost data.
http://www.freemacrecovery.com
okay so i am a major mac newbie and i just got my brand new imac 21.5 i5 out the box on Monday. After 24 hrs of basically getting to know the imac, last night i checked for updates and found it needed to “critical updates” according to the mac, i installed them and it needed a restart according to the update (so i did that before going to bed) ………. I woke up this morning to a blinking folder with a question mark. I followed the manual that came with the imac (option and power) it gave me “repair internet connection” i clicked it and it gave me this error ” -1005F ” Has anyone heard of this happening after an update and what is the solution. I would rather not call APPLE CARE for i hate customer service for most companies and am afraid of dealing with a moron.
I can’t open Apple Mail off of my Dock. I receive a window that tells Me it “can’t complete the operation – error code 1712″ Everything else on the computer, including Yahoo mail, works normally and well. I have tried opening Apple Mail using Applications, and “Force Closed” Apple Mail. My OS-X 10.4.11 software is fully up to date. Any ideas on how to open Apple Mail? Does this sound like a software problem on my seven year old MAC G-5? Thanks for any info on the problem – Tom G.W.
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