To install macOS Big Sur 11.4 on an Intel NUC using OpenCore, you can follow the guide based on your hardware. Here’s a step-by-step process tailored to Intel NUC 5i3RYH, 5i5RYH, and 5i7RYH models.
GUIDE STEP BY STEP:
1. Prepare USB Installer:
- Download macOS Big Sur from the App Store on a compatible Mac.
- Use the `createinstallmedia` command to create a bootable USB:
```
sudo /Applications/Install\ macOS\ Big\ Sur.app/Contents/Resources/createinstallmedia --volume /Volumes/MyVolume
```
- Replace `/Volumes/MyVolume` with the name of your USB drive.
2. Download OpenCore and EFI folder:
- Download the OpenCore package from the [official OpenCore website](https://github.com/acidanthera/OpenCorePkg/releases).
- Download the EFI folder that matches your NUC model:
- For NUC5i3MYBE or NUC5i5MYBE, you can find the EFI [here](https://www.tonymacx86.com/threads/guide-intel-broadwell-nuc5-using-clover-uefi-nuc5i5mhye-nuc5i3myhe-etc.261712/post-2214533).
- For NUC5i3RYH, 5i5RYH, and 5i7RYH, you can find the EFI [here](https://www.tonymacx86.com/threads/guide-intel-broadwell-nuc5-using-clover-uefi-nuc5i5mhye-nuc5i3myhe-etc.261712/post-2239952).
3. Prepare EFI Folder:
- Mount the EFI partition of the USB using a tool like MountEFI.
- Copy the downloaded EFI folder into the EFI partition of your USB drive.
4. BIOS Settings:
- Before booting into macOS, update your NUC’s BIOS to the latest version.
- Modify the following settings:
- Disable Secure Boot.
- Enable UEFI Boot.
- Set USB as the primary boot device.
- Enable VT-d and Disable CFG-Lock if applicable.
5. Boot from USB:
- Insert the USB into the NUC and boot into the OpenCore bootloader.
- Select "Install macOS" from the boot menu.
6. Install macOS:
- Follow the macOS installation process. Select the drive where you want to install macOS.
- Once installation is complete, your NUC will restart. Boot back into the OpenCore USB installer and complete the installation.
7. Post Installation:
- Once macOS is successfully installed, boot into macOS via the OpenCore bootloader on the USB drive.
- Mount the EFI partition of the system drive.
- Copy the EFI folder from your USB installer to the EFI partition of your system drive to enable booting without the USB.
8. Fix Audio, Network, and Graphics:
- Ensure all drivers (kexts) for audio, networking, and graphics are present in the EFI folder.
- For Intel HD Graphics 6000, you should already have proper support with this EFI setup.
- Ensure AppleALC.kext, IntelMausiEthernet.kext, and Lilu.kext are in place to support audio and networking.
9. Final Tweaks:
- Perform any additional configuration based on your hardware needs (e.g., adjusting power settings or adding specific kexts).
CREATE config.plist (Code Snippet):
For this guide, the `config.plist` will already be part of the EFI folder you downloaded. Make sure to edit it according to your NUC model by using OpenCore Configurator or any plist editor if necessary.
Once you’ve gone through these steps, you should have a working installation of macOS Big Sur 11.4 on your Intel NUC!
BigSur 11.4 OC on Intel NUC 5i3RYH | 5i5RYH | 5i7RYHEverything works fine! [OpenCore] EFI folder by https://www.tonymacx86.com/members/haymant.2544711/ For NUC5i3MYBE | NUC5i5MYBE use this EFI : https://www.tonymacx86.com/threads/guide-intel-broadwell-nuc5-using-clover-uefi-nuc5i5mhye-nuc5i3myhe-etc.261712/post-2214533 Is not difficult to install, but you have to spend a little care and time. [link] [comments] |
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