Fix Downloads Keep Stopping in Origin Launcher on Windows
0Here's how to Fix Downloads Keep Stopping in Origin Launcher on Windows.
i. There are a few reasons why your Origin downloads might keep stopping. Here are some things to check:
* **Check your internet connection.** Make sure you have a stable internet connection with a download speed of at least 5 Mbps.
* **Restart your computer.** Sometimes, a simple restart can fix minor technical issues.
* **Update Origin.** Make sure you are using the latest version of Origin.
* **Clear Origin's cache.** Origin's cache can sometimes become corrupted, which can cause downloads to stop. To clear Origin's cache, follow these steps:
1. Close Origin.
2. Open File Explorer and navigate to the following folder:
* Windows 7: C:\Users\[YourUserName]\AppData\Local\Origin
* Windows 10: C:\Users\[YourUserName]\AppData\Roaming\Origin
3. Delete the following folders:
* Cache
* LocalContent
* Temp
4. Open Origin and restart your download.
* **Repair Origin.** If clearing Origin's cache doesn't fix the problem, you can try repairing Origin. To repair Origin, follow these steps:
1. Close Origin.
2. Open a command prompt as an administrator.
3. Type the following command and press Enter:
* `repair_install.exe`
4. Follow the on-screen instructions.
* **Contact EA support.** If you've tried all of the above steps and you're still having trouble, you can contact EA support for further assistance.
ii. There are a few reasons why your Sims download might keep stopping in Origin agent. Here are some things to check:
* **Check your internet connection.** Make sure you have a stable internet connection with a download speed of at least 5 Mbps.
* **Restart your computer.** Sometimes, a simple restart can fix minor technical issues.
* **Update Origin.** Make sure you are using the latest version of Origin.
* **Clear Origin's cache.** Origin's cache can sometimes become corrupted, which can cause downloads to stop. To clear Origin's cache, follow these steps:
1. Close Origin.
2. Open File Explorer and navigate to the following folder:
* Windows 7: C:\Users\[YourUserName]\AppData\Local\Origin
* Windows 10: C:\Users\[YourUserName]\AppData\Roaming\Origin
3. Delete the following folders:
* Cache
* LocalContent
* Temp
4. Open Origin and restart your download.
* **Repair Origin.** If clearing Origin's cache doesn't fix the problem, you can try repairing Origin. To repair Origin, follow these steps:
1. Close Origin.
2. Open a command prompt as an administrator.
3. Type the following command and press Enter:
* `repair_install.exe`
4. Follow the on-screen instructions.
* **Contact EA support.** If you've tried all of the above steps and you're still having trouble, you can contact EA support for further assistance.
In addition to the above, you can also try the following:
* **Change your download region.** Sometimes, changing your download region can fix download issues. To change your download region, follow these steps:
1. Open Origin.
2. Click on your profile picture in the top right corner of the window.
3. Select "Application Settings" from the drop-down menu.
4. Click on the "Downloads" tab.
5. Select a different download region from the list.
6. Click on "Save".
* **Disable Origin In-Game.** Origin In-Game can sometimes interfere with downloads. To disable Origin In-Game, follow these steps:
1. Open Origin.
2. Click on your profile picture in the top right corner of the window.
3. Select "Application Settings" from the drop-down menu.
4. Click on the "General" tab.
5. Uncheck the box next to "Enable Origin In-Game".
6. Click on "Save".
* **Disable your firewall or antivirus software.** Sometimes, firewalls or antivirus software can interfere with downloads. To temporarily disable your firewall or antivirus software, follow the instructions provided by your software manufacturer.
* **Try downloading the game to a different location.** Sometimes, downloading the game to a different location can fix download issues.