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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Nosila95 replied to Nosila95's topic in High Sierra (10.13) BR

Está quase funcionando perfeitamente, somente os sensores hwmomitor que estavam funcionando, mas agora não estão mais.
- June 28, 2018
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DSDT PARA h81m-h gigabyte

Nosila95 replied to Nosila95's topic in High Sierra (10.13) BR

Send me iMac-de-AlisonAlves.zip
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DSDT PARA h81m-h gigabyte

Nosila95 replied to Nosila95's topic in High Sierra (10.13) BR

Fiz o que vc me disse, acredito que agora esta tudo certo Nosila95origin.zip
- June 28, 2018
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DSDT PARA h81m-h gigabyte

Nosila95 replied to Nosila95's topic in High Sierra (10.13) BR

Certo, minha placa de vídeo esta sendo ativada somente pelo padrão do mac, como faço para ativa-la? Placa GeForce GTX 750Ti. segue o anexo da pasta origin...dsdtoriginnosila95.zip
- June 26, 2018
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DSDT PARA h81m-h gigabyte

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Placa mae h81m-h gigabyte GeForce GTX 750Ti Intel® Core i5-4460 CPU @3.20GHz Ola MaLd0n,ja extraI as tabelas originais e rodei o app como foi sugerido, segue o anexo Send me iMac-de-AlisonAlves.zip
- June 26, 2018
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h81m-h gigabyte + GeForce GTX 750 Ti + ntel(R) Core(TM) i5-4460 CPU @3.20GHz

Nosila95 replied to Rody Nunes's topic in High Sierra (10.13) BR

Boa noite, gostaria de uma ajuda para encontrar meu dsdt Send me iMac-de-AlisonAlves.zip
- June 26, 2018
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