Help to install dual boot to run both windows and mackintosh on pc

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Audience: Intermediate Users with knowledge of BIOS settings and system partitioning.

Introduction

Creating a dual-boot system with Windows 10 Pro and a Hackintosh on a PC requires careful planning. Here's how to set up your system to run both operating systems, allowing you to use Final Cut Pro (FCP) for video editing on the Hackintosh side.

Pre-installation Checklist

• Back up all important data from your Windows installation.
• Create a Windows 10 recovery drive.
• Have a secondary storage device or partition ready for the macOS installation.
• Download the macOS version compatible with your hardware.

Partitioning the SSD

1. Resize Windows Partition:

   • Use Windows 'Disk Management' to shrink the existing partition, leaving enough space for macOS (at least 50GB recommended).

2. Create a New Partition:

   • Format the new partition as exFAT to be recognized by both Windows and macOS installers.

BIOS Configuration

1. Access BIOS Settings:
   • Reboot your system and enter BIOS settings (usually by pressing Del or F2).
2. Make Necessary Changes:
   • Set the storage controller to AHCI mode.
   • Disable secure boot and Fast Boot.
   • If available, enable CSM (Compatibility Support Module).

Installing macOS

1. Create a Bootable macOS USB:

   • Use a tool like balenaEtcher to create a bootable USB with the macOS installer.

2. Boot from USB:

   • Insert the USB into your PC and choose it as the boot device.

3. Disk Utility:

   • In the macOS installer, open Disk Utility and format the new partition as APFS or Mac OS Extended (Journaled).

4. Install macOS:

   • Proceed with the installation on the newly formatted partition.

Post-installation

1. Bootloader Setup:

   • Install a bootloader like Clover or OpenCore to manage the dual-boot process.

2. EFI Partition Configuration:

   • Ensure that your EFI partition has the necessary files for both Windows and macOS bootloaders.

3. Kexts and Drivers:

   • Install necessary kexts/drivers for your Hackintosh to ensure all hardware is functional.

4. Final Cut Pro Installation:

   • Once macOS is running, sign in with your Apple ID and download Final Cut Pro from the App Store.

Booting Between Operating Systems

• Use the bootloader menu to select which OS to boot into. The default can be set within the bootloader configuration.

Troubleshooting

• If you encounter issues, consult Hackintosh forums specific to your motherboard for advice.

Conclusion

Dual-booting requires attention to detail, especially when partitioning drives and configuring BIOS settings. With this setup, you should be able to use Final Cut Pro on your Hackintosh while maintaining Windows 10 Pro on the same machine.

Please remember, installing macOS on non-Apple hardware is against Apple's EULA, and support for Final Cut Pro is not guaranteed. Proceed at your own risk.