OS X Mavericks 10.9.5 bootable USB for Intel

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: What is OpenCore?

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

Q: Is Clover still supported?

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

Q: Which macOS versions support Hackintosh?

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

Q: 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.

Q: What is an EFI folder?

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

Q: What are kexts?

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

ParolinM · March 2, 2014

hello

u can boot from usb ?

if so.. maybe the pen is not good

good hack

I boot from usb. it shows "_" and it starts Windows.

I use San Disk Cruzer 8gb.

I try to download the version 10.9.2?

I use the same USB pen to install Ubuntu in another PC

geecko · March 8, 2014

Hi

I've managed to boot the install program after patching my mach_kernel, but two things are weird :

the progress bars are super sped up.. And whenever I want to type something, the key I press appears like 10 times on the screen. Which made it very hard to type stuff.

But anyway, after the install was done, I replaced the kernel with the patched one and booted (via clover on the USB stick).

It crashes and reboots. If I select "boot without caches" I get this :

http://i.imgur.com/mHjqE5j.jpg

I can type stuff, but it doesn't do anything.

Did I forget something ? I could try some boot options (like cpus=1 ,etc.) but I really can't type anything it's driving me crazy...

I get the feeling this is related to my intel HD 4400. I might find a solution, but nobody on the internet is saying anything about this weird keyboard issue.

Do you have a solution for me ?

Edited March 8, 2014 by Guest

pernacabeluda · March 8, 2014

Try moving video kexts from single user mode like pointed in post #1 and boot without caches.

geecko · March 8, 2014

Try moving video kexts from single user mode like pointed in post #1 and boot without caches.

The keyboard issue I mentioned makes it impossible for me to type so many lines.

Also, should I remove ALL the kexts ? Even the Intel ones ?

And finally, couldn't this be related ? http://www.niresh12495.com/page/apple/articles/how-to/intel-hd4000-and-haswell-igpu-r12

pernacabeluda · March 8, 2014

The Intel are the ones you should move (do not delete as you will need them later).

If keyboard doesn't work you can move them using TransMac from a Windows machine.

gkhn · March 8, 2014

I have successfully installed maverics on my dell inspiron 1500.

But when i restarted the system after finalising the installation, this is the screen i am getting.

http://imgur.com/YyAjDrT

What do you think is the problem?

Thank you.

geecko · March 8, 2014

The Intel are the ones you should move (do not delete as you will need them later).

If keyboard doesn't work you can move them using TransMac from a Windows machine.

I don't have windows on this machine, only Archlinux. Therefore I can't use TransMac and there doesn't seem to be an equivalent.

If I move the kext s (and remove the kernel cache) from the usb stick and then make a new install, will the newly installed OSX be affected as intended ?

EDIT : Alright, just tried it. removing the kexts from the usb stick doesn't prevent them from being installed.

So I can't use Transmac or use my keyboard easily. Any other tip ? :/

Apparently it's because of clover. Is it possible to boot the USB stick via chameleon instead of clover ?

EDIT2: Alright, it took me a long hour but I managed to move the kexts and remove the cache with this buggy keyboard. I will now try to install Chameleon, I hope it will fix my issue. I can boot hackintosh but everything is super sped up.

Edited March 8, 2014 by Guest

pernacabeluda · March 8, 2014

Linux can read and write HFS+ partitions if you have hfsprogs installed.

Anyway it doesn't have to be the same machine, it's an USB stick.

You can boot Chameleon by pressing 1, check the opening post.

pernacabeluda · March 8, 2014

I have successfully installed maverics on my dell inspiron 1500.

But when i restarted the system after finalising the installation, this is the screen i am getting.

http://imgur.com/YyAjDrT

What do you think is the problem?

Thank you.

Probably a video issue, try disabling graphics injection or move graphics kexts

http://Olarila.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=27&t=1677

gkhn · March 8, 2014

Probably a video issue, try disabling graphics injection or move graphics kexts

http://Olarila.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=27&t=1677

I just disabled the graphics injection when booting up but the result is the same.

Should I try reinstalling it without graphic injection?

Thank you.

EDIT: It looks like it is related to bluetooth card. I am not sure.

I ran it using single user and used the code below

fsck -fy
mount -uw /
mkdir /kext_backup
cd /System/Library/Extensions
mv AppleIntelHD* AppleIntelSNB* AppleIntelFramebuffer* AMDRadeon* ATI* GeForce* NVDA* /kext_backup
rm ../Caches/com.apple.kext.caches/Startup/kernelcache
reboot

Another edit: It stucks at resetting IOcatalogue

m.gbt · March 8, 2014

Your problem is video, bluetooth doesn't hang the system, it's just the last message usually shown before loading the graphics.

Intel HD 4400 needs some special settings, you will need that if you want QE/CI

It should have worked after removing the kexts, but you can also try the boot flags -v -x -f

gkhn · March 8, 2014

Your problem is video, bluetooth doesn't hang the system, it's just the last message usually shown before loading the graphics.
Intel HD 4400 needs some special settings, you will need that if you want QE/CI

It should have worked after removing the kexts, but you can also try the boot flags -v -x -f

Thank you

The flag thingy solved the problem and managed to login now

Looks good. Didnt recognise the wifi and when I move the safari, it flashes. Not a big deal but just wanted to mention it.

Other apps like notes do not flash when I move it

m.gbt · March 9, 2014

About the flashing, you will experience a lot of graphical problems because -x is safe mode, it doesn't load graphical kexts. You will have to search for how to set up Intel HD 4400 so that you can use its full power and boot fine without -x

julyaann · March 28, 2014

Hi all, first thank the support and shared information.

Well, a week ago I purchased a brand new surface pro 2 and the first thing I wanted to do is set you mavericks OS X, but after 8-10 attempts always stays on the screen attached to the post ...

What am I doing wrong?

Any idea?

Thank you very much and good hack

pernacabeluda · March 28, 2014

Try boot arg dart=0 or configure Clover to drop DMAR table

http://Olarila.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=30&t=3883

julyaann · March 28, 2014

Thks pernacabeluda (in spanish is "piernapeluda"... ) but Im a very very noob & dont know how to make your advise...

If you have a tutorial of hackintosx, I would be be you eternally grateful

pernacabeluda · March 28, 2014

If you are using Clover, go into options menu and add "dart=0" in "boot args". If you are using Chameleon, just type "dart=0" and press enter.

julyaann · March 28, 2014

Lots of thks pernacabeluda, the installer is working

It tell me that in 23 minutes are finishing... Im very nervous...

to have wifi, sound, rotation, What must I do?

Thks again you are the man!!!!

pernacabeluda · March 28, 2014

Follow this post installation topic, there are links that will answer your questions

http://Olarila.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=28&t=1716

julyaann · March 28, 2014

I had no luck. The installation was successfully but when reboot (with USB) from the partition with the OS X, the surface is stuck on a white screen with the apple in the middle ... I waited 30 minutes but no progress.I tried 5 times but not anything beyond this screen

Any solution ...

Thanks for your support and help, without you this would be impossible

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