What is a Hackintosh?

A non-Apple computer configured to run macOS using compatible PC hardware combined with a custom bootloader and configuration files to emulate a real Mac environment.

Is building a Hackintosh legal?

Installing macOS on non-Apple hardware violates Apple’s End User License Agreement (EULA). It is generally not illegal for personal experimentation but not permitted for commercial use.

What hardware is best for a Hackintosh?

The best hardware closely matches real Apple systems, with Intel CPUs (6th Gen to Core Ultra), AMD Radeon GPUs, compatible chipsets, and Intel-based Wi-Fi cards offering higher success rates.

Can I build a Hackintosh with an AMD CPU?

Yes, macOS can run on AMD Ryzen CPUs using kernel patches, but Intel CPUs provide better native compatibility.

OpenCore is a modern Hackintosh bootloader that provides near-native macOS behavior and is the recommended bootloader for new installations.

Is Clover still supported?

Yes, Clover is still supported but less recommended compared to OpenCore for modern systems.

Which macOS versions support Hackintosh?

Hackintosh systems support macOS versions from Leopard up to recent releases, depending on hardware compatibility.

Do NVIDIA graphics cards work on Hackintosh?

Only older NVIDIA GPUs work on older macOS versions; modern NVIDIA GPUs are incompatible with current macOS releases due to lack of driver support.

What is an EFI folder?

The EFI folder contains the bootloader, drivers, kexts, and configuration files required to boot macOS on a Hackintosh.

Kexts (kernel extensions) are drivers that enable hardware functionality such as audio, Ethernet, USB, and graphics.

How do I create a macOS USB installer?

A macOS installer is created using a real Mac or existing Hackintosh and includes the macOS installation files plus an EFI partition configured to boot the target system.

Why does my Hackintosh get a kernel panic?

Kernel panics are usually caused by incorrect kexts, misconfigured ACPI, incompatible hardware, or incorrect boot arguments.

Can Hackintosh use iMessage and FaceTime?

Yes, if valid SMBIOS data is generated; proper serials and identifiers are required to avoid Apple service blocks.

SMBIOS defines how macOS identifies your system model, impacting power management, updates, and Apple service functionality.

Can I update macOS on a Hackintosh?

Yes, but updates should be done carefully with backups, as major macOS updates may require updated kexts or OpenCore versions.

How do I enable audio on Hackintosh?

Audio can be enabled using AppleALC kext with the correct layout ID for your motherboard’s audio codec.

Does Hackintosh support Wi-Fi and Bluetooth?

Yes, with compatible hardware like Broadcom cards, including support for AirDrop and Handoff.

Can I dual-boot macOS and Windows?

Yes; OpenCore or Clover allows easy selection between operating systems at boot time.

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X1ft replied to X1ft's topic in DSDT & Patch Requests

Does this EFI contain the DSDT patched for my system? If not can you please post a pathed DSDT table from the files on the first post? Thank you very much!
- June 24, 2020
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X1ft replied to X1ft's topic in DSDT & Patch Requests

Valeu Mald0n! copiei o EFI do seu link e limpei a nvram mas acabou por accontecer o ecra negro de novo... Agora a barra de progresso foi um pouco mais longe (mais de metade) mas não deu para chegar ao fim. Como posso ultrapassar este problema? Obrigado!
- June 21, 2020
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X1ft posted a topic in DSDT & Patch Requests

Hi, My first hackintosh build and I'm struggling to install Catalina and always end up by getting a black screen of death during install... I have tried the following: - Olarila .raw image - Vanilla USB Apple image with both Opencore /Clover from InsanelyMac @glasgood/@AudioGod - Vanilla USB Apple image with Opencore / Clover EFI folder from Olarila None of them seem to work and I get stuck on black screen after a few seconds, can you please assist? Thank you so much! My hardware: MbManufacturer : Gigabyte Technology Co, Ltd. MbModel / MbBiosVersion : Z390 AORUS PRO / F12d Processors : Intel Core i5-9600K CPU @ 3.70GHz RAM : Corsair VENGEANCE LPX 32GB (2x16GB) 3000MHz C16 GPU : PowerColor AMD Radeon RX 5700 HDD1 NVMe M.2 (Windows10) : Samsung SSD 970 EVO 1TB HDD2 NVMe M.2 (MacOS) : Samsung SSD 970 EVO 500GB HDD3 SATA : WesternDigital WD40EZRX-00SPEB0 * Extracted tables from Clover/Acpi/origin boot screen via F4: <Clover/Origins folder> * DSDT tables from RunMe.app on VMware virtual machine: <DSDT fron RunMe.app>
- June 21, 2020
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