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Copy this folder to an external drive. If Error 605 returns in the future, you can restore the library manually without ever contacting Apple’s servers again. Open GarageBand > Preferences > Audio/MIDI and uncheck "Download additional content automatically." This prevents the app from trying to update to a newer, incompatible version (which would break your system). Alternative: The "Top" Third-Party Source (Use with Caution) If Apple’s servers refuse to cooperate (Error 605 persists for weeks), the audio community maintains DMG archives of GarageBand 6.0.5 on the Internet Archive (archive.org). Search for "GarageBand 6.0.5.dmg" .

Alternatively, go to your Purchased tab (App Store > Account > Purchased). Find GarageBand in the list. If you see a cloud icon with a down arrow, you are eligible. If you see "GET" or a price, you have never claimed it—you must first claim the modern version on a newer Mac to attach it to your ID. Open Terminal and run these commands to reset the network cache: garageband 605 download top

This error typically appears when trying to download or update GarageBand on a Mac, often leaving users stuck with a partial download or a corrupted installation package. For musicians, podcasters, and content creators relying on legacy hardware (macOS Mojave, Catalina, or older), this error can feel like a creative death sentence. Copy this folder to an external drive