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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.

SysAdminPgh · February 7, 2023

Alienware M17 R4 laptop (Dell)

Intel i7-10870H @ 2.20 (Comet Lake)

16 GBtyes DDR4 Ram

Intel UHD Graphics

Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060 GPU

WD 500 GB NVMe

I get to this spot and that's it. It just keeps rebooting to the exact same spot. I'm not sure how to move forward with this. Any suggestions? Thanks!!

IMG_0595.jpg.zip

MaLd0n · February 7, 2023

https://www.transfernow.net/dl/202302078LJk6env

-Use USB2 port for easy installation with no remap USB
-Delete old EFI folder and paste new. Don't use merge files
-Don't use Drag and Drop into EFI partition. Use Copy/Paste instead
-Reset NVRAM one time - with OpenCore use entry "Reset Nvram" / with Clover use F11 key on boot screen

SysAdminPgh · February 8, 2023

Just looked at this laptop's specs and for USB it lists

2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports

1 USB 3.2 Gen 1 port with PowerShare

1 Thunderbolt 3(USB Type-C) port with Power Delivery

I did all the rest of your suggestions. Any suggestions on the USB?

SysAdminPgh · February 8, 2023

Decided to try Clover as to OpenCore and I get a bit further but still bomb out. Attached is the screen picture. IMG_0597.jpg.zip

MaLd0n · February 8, 2023

Check ur PM. Add me on telegram for fast trade efi, files

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