Lenovo Thinkpad X270

Q: What is a Hackintosh?

A Hackintosh is a non-Apple computer that runs macOS using compatible hardware and custom bootloaders such as OpenCore or Clover.

Q: Is building a Hackintosh legal?

Installing macOS on non-Apple hardware violates Apple's macOS license agreement. It is generally used for educational and experimental purposes.

Q: What hardware is best for Hackintosh?

Intel CPUs with compatible chipsets and supported AMD GPUs are typically best for Hackintosh. Hardware compatibility is critical for stability and performance.

Q: What is OpenCore in Hackintosh?

OpenCore is a modern bootloader used to boot macOS on non-Apple hardware. It provides better compatibility, security, and system stability than older bootloaders.

Q: Can Hackintosh be updated like a real Mac?

Hackintosh systems can be updated, but updates should be done carefully. Bootloader, kexts, and configuration files often need updates before installing new macOS versions.

Q: Is Hackintosh suitable for professional work?

A properly configured Hackintosh can be stable enough for professional tasks such as software development, audio production, and video editing, depending on hardware compatibility.

Q: Does Hackintosh support Intel and AMD processors?

Hackintosh supports both Intel and AMD processors, although Intel systems generally offer broader compatibility and easier configuration.

Q: Can macOS run faster on Hackintosh than on a Mac?

In some cases, high-end Hackintosh hardware can outperform older Macs, but performance depends on hardware choice, configuration quality, and macOS compatibility.

ypjomz · March 27, 2021

Hi,

I have successfully installed Bigsur and updates it to the latest version.

Please see below for Laptop info:

https://ibb.co/wLM53Q7

Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-7200U CPU @ 2.50GHz

Intel HD Graphics 620 - 2048 MB

16GB Ram

What I am lacking are:

Dual Battery Info or Battery sensor not detected

Brightness, Wifi, Mic, and Bluetooth keys are not working or in different keys

Fan sensor not working

Sound are ok in speaker but garbled in Headset (Any)

Energy drains faster

Trackpad upper three buttons are not as designed

and maybe OTHER

Please see attached file for RunMe file.

Send me Jejomars-MacBook-Pro.zip

Thanks,

Jomar

Edited March 27, 2021 by ypjomz

MaLd0n · March 27, 2021

DSDT.aml.zip

USE REBASE REGIONS IN ACPI TAB

ypjomz · April 28, 2023

Hi, I update from BigSur to Ventura, can I still use my old DSDT?

Incase here's attached my RunMe from Ventura.

Send me MacJos-MBP.lan.zip

MaLd0n · April 28, 2023

Same dsdt and same efi folder just need update kexts and bootloader.

ypjomz · April 30, 2023

Thank you @MaLd0n

ypjomz · May 2, 2023

On 4/29/2023 at 6:56 AM, MaLd0n said:

Same dsdt and same efi folder just need update kexts and bootloader.

Hi @MaLd0n, I have update the kext file and does the dual boot work with this version of OC?

MaLd0n · May 2, 2023

https://www.olarila.com/topic/24542-opencore-no-acpi-how-to-use-this-fork/

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