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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(AJUDA) - OpenCore - Catalina - Acer Nitro 5 - AN515-52-52BW

MaLd0n replied to GugaVTW's topic in Guias & Tutoriais Hackintosh

posta uma foto na tela do KP
- August 18, 2020
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X99P-SLI - Sleep working only once

MaLd0n replied to seb235's topic in Catalina (10.15)

DSDT.02.zip
- August 18, 2020
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Install MacOS with Vanilla Olarila Image, Step by Step

MaLd0n replied to MaLd0n's topic in Installation Guides

essa acho que não tem suporte
- August 18, 2020
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dsdt patch request [Solved] Bluetooth Device is not detecting after using only DSDT (Also need to disable EC0)

MaLd0n replied to Vijay Kumar Vishwakarma's topic in DSDT & Patch Requests

use VoodooI2CSynaptics.kext and add name SYNA7DB5 u dont need voodooinput, voodooi2c project have this plugin
- August 18, 2020
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MaLd0n replied to ssprod's topic in DSDT & Patch Requests

ur video patch have a dev id fake or only ig-platform-id?
- August 18, 2020
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Erro tela preta boot - Catalina 10.14

MaLd0n replied to Vinícius Rodrigues's topic in Discussão geral

vc tem de alterar a versão no opencore configurator. tem de usar a versão certa pra versão do opencore que vc está usando. os devs adicionam e removem opções quase todos os dias. o bootloader é beta
- August 18, 2020
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PCI (build ...), flags 0x20c3080

MaLd0n replied to Mickael Deceire's topic in Big Sur (10.16)

big sur is a good fight for all u injected device EC?
- August 18, 2020
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Install MacOS Catalina / Big Sur / Monterey on Mobos Serie 300 / 400 / 500 / 600 with Intel 8th / 9th / 10th / 11th / 12th Gen Desktop Processors using OpenCore or Clover bootloader

MaLd0n replied to MaLd0n's topic in Installation Guides

remove "SpoofVendor" in ur smbios
- August 18, 2020
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MaLd0n replied to MaLd0n's topic in Big Sur (10.16)

what ur hardware?
- August 18, 2020
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bigsur air 2015 8gb ??

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yes
- August 18, 2020
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[Succes] HID Touchpad not working

MaLd0n replied to ru379's topic in Laptop

k
- August 18, 2020
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USB Mapping - MSI X570 A-Pro

MaLd0n replied to fenzoAOL's topic in Catalina (10.15)

open hackintool, usb tab and check https://www.olarila.com/topic/9390-video-guide-usb-port-mapping-with-hackintool/
- August 18, 2020
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solved [Ajuda] Pós instalação

MaLd0n replied to Caio Roberto's topic in Guias & Tutoriais Hackintosh

use o dpci manager e veja qual placa de rede
- August 18, 2020
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Lenovo IdeaPad 10th Gen and others ICE LAKE mobiles Discussion / Intel HD Graphics

MaLd0n replied to MaLd0n's topic in Laptop

my folder from first post? reset nvram?
- August 18, 2020
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Hackintosh OpenCore Vanilla Guide, Step by Step

MaLd0n replied to MaLd0n's topic in Installation Guides

DSDT.aml.zip DSDT is a principal bios/uefi table and we applied all patches like apple tables. apple have a very custom dsdt
- August 18, 2020
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Mojave downgrade - AMD Ryzen 3900x - Rog strip x570 e-gaming - RX 5700 xt

MaLd0n replied to Lucas Nascimento's topic in DSDT Patch Requests

iiii a sua gpu é a 5700? se for só tem suporte no catalina mesmo
- August 17, 2020
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Enable I2C Trackpad (VoodooI2C) - Not a Guide... not really

MaLd0n replied to onemanosx's topic in Laptop

está full load, se o trackpad não funciona...rip
- August 17, 2020
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solved [Ajuda] Pós instalação

MaLd0n replied to Caio Roberto's topic in Guias & Tutoriais Hackintosh

vc tem de colar a pasta efi dentro da partição efi
- August 17, 2020
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Video Guide - Hackintosh USB Port Mapping with Hackintool

MaLd0n replied to MaLd0n's topic in Installation Guides

just check hackintool ur usb port with cam set to internal, read observations in first post
- August 17, 2020
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novo ioreg
- August 17, 2020
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Acer Aspire 5 A515-54G-59C0 Intel Core I5 10210u

MaLd0n replied to pdevonie's topic in DSDT Patch Requests

teclado tem de reportar no projeto tenta compilar a última versão
- August 17, 2020
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Enable I2C Trackpad (VoodooI2C) - Not a Guide... not really

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Archive.zip
- August 17, 2020
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DSDT patch

MaLd0n replied to jeffkck's topic in DSDT & Patch Requests

here https://www.olarila.com/topic/8918-opencore-vanilla-guide-step-by-step-full-dsdt-patched-or-ssdt/
- August 17, 2020
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Olarila HackBeast Asus PRIME X299-DELUXE II - Intel Core i9-10920X - Thunderbolt - Full DSDT patches

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dont work
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u can replace folder DisplayVendorID-1e6d or use this generated kext
- August 17, 2020
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