Need Advice: Just upgraded GPU from GTX 760 (OCLP) to RX 580

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.

Indra Darni · July 2, 2023

Hi all. I am forced to upgrade my GPU from GTX 760 to another GPU as the GTX fan is beyond repair. I don't actually need a new GPU if it wasn't for that. But, so here i am with a used RX 580 Sapphire.

My current stable hack is i5 10th gen running Ventura and had to go the OCLP way due to the old GTX GPU. Now that the RX 580 doesn't need to go through that way, how do I safely replace the GPU without breaking it. I'm sure i need to 'reverse' the OCLP patch prior to replacing the GPU. Is there an Uninstall option in OCLP? I hope I don't have to rebuild my EFI.

My hack: i5 10th gen, OC 0.8.8, OCLP patched, Ventura

Thanks!

MaLd0n · July 3, 2023

rx580 is native.dont need change or add nothing.

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