Computer hangs after updating to Monterey 12.6.1

Longeyes Said:

"Computer hangs after updating to Monterey 12.6.1: After updating IOS to Monterey, computer begins to beachball after several minutes until I am finally forced to do a manual shutdown and restart because it’s not working at all."

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Troubleshooting a Stalled Mac:

Boot in Safe Mode:

Apparently, the macOS is stalled. To, try logging in while in Safe Mode. In Safe Mode, Login Items do not run at login, certain preferences are set aside, and damaged system files are then reset. So, once logged in to Safe Mode, wait 30 seconds, and then restart your Mac, seeing if you can log in go here: How to Use Safe Mode on your Mac - Apple Support

" Kernel panics - This system has experienced kernel panics. This could be a sign of hardware failure. "

Have the computer evaluated by the Professionals who have the Special Hardware / Software and Expertise to diagnose the issue and offer possible solutions

Have you followed up on this warning in the Etrecheck report?

Unsigned Files:

Running app: /Library/DropboxHelperTools/Dropbox_u501/dbkextd

Details: Domain name invalid - possibly malware

You are welcome. Let us know how it ends up working out.

Ditto what @TheLittles as mentioned

@Longeys, I experienced the same issues as described. Still using the Mac only in Safe Mode. Did you solve the issue? how? Many thanks

@Longeys, I experienced the same issues as described. Still using the Mac only in Safe Mode. Did you solve the issue? how? Many thanks