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Sims 4 DLC stuck on preparing

I bought the sims 4 vampire pack last night at around 9:30pm but it is still “preparing” and has not downloaded. It’s been about 18 hours


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    Hi @priimadonnaxo @1Sopy @Txbs_xo & @isabel6847 

    Please try the following steps to clear this up:

    • Open task manager, locate EA Background Service, and end task
    • Clear the cache for the EA app
    • Run the EA app as an administrator 
    • Check for any background applications blocking the EA App
    • Try lowering your User Access Control Settings:
      • Close the EA app
      • Click the Windows button and type "UAC" in the search field
      • In the User Access Control window, click and hold the slide bar —slide it to the lowest setting available
      • Click Okay the bottom of the window
      • Open the EA app client and try starting the download again

    If these steps don't help, please run an EA Error Report following the steps here and be sure to attach your Report ID into this thread so we can investigate further. 

    This thread is for PC users, if you're currently experiencing this issue for Mac, please see the thread here

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