Guide: Enabling Trackpad in macOS Ventura on Broadwell Laptop Hackintosh
Target Audience: Intermediate to Advanced Hackintosh Users
Objective:
Enable trackpad functionality during macOS Ventura installation on a Broadwell-based laptop for a dual-boot setup with Windows.
Steps to Resolve Trackpad Issues:
1. Identify Trackpad Type:
- Determine if your laptop's trackpad is I2C or PS2. This information is crucial for selecting the correct kexts.
2. Prepare Correct Kexts:
- For PS2 Trackpads: Use `VoodooPS2Controller.kext`. Ensure it's the latest version compatible with macOS Ventura.
- For I2C Trackpads: Use `VoodooI2C.kext` along with satellite kexts like `VoodooI2CHID.kext`. These should match your trackpad's specific I2C controller.
3. Update EFI Folder:
- Place the correct kexts in your EFI folder under `EFI/OC/Kexts` for OpenCore or `EFI/CLOVER/kexts/Other` for Clover.
- Update your `config.plist` to include these kexts. Use a plist editor or ProperTree for OpenCore.
4. Check BIOS Settings:
- Ensure your BIOS settings are optimized for macOS. Disable options like "I2C Mode" or "Advanced Touchpad" if available.
5. Test in Live Environment:
- Boot into the macOS Ventura installer and check if the trackpad works. If not, revisit your kext choices and configuration.
6. Alternative Options:
- If you're unable to get the trackpad working, consider using an external USB mouse for the installation process.
- Post-installation, you can troubleshoot the trackpad issue with more focus and without the pressure of the installation environment.
Additional Tips:
- Backup Important Data: Before starting the dual-boot setup, ensure all important data is backed up.
- EFI Partition: Ensure that your EFI partition is properly set up for a dual-boot configuration.
- USB Port Mapping**: Check and configure your USB ports correctly for macOS Ventura, as improper configuration can affect peripheral devices like trackpads.
Reminder:
- Running macOS on non-Apple hardware is a violation of Apple's End User License Agreement.
- The process of setting up a Hackintosh can be complex and may vary depending on specific hardware configurations.
Setting up a Hackintosh requires patience and a willingness to troubleshoot. In cases where specific components like the trackpad don't work initially, using external devices as a temporary solution can be very helpful. submitted by /u/exm1litary
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Currently I am trying to hackintosh my old laptop for dualboot with both windows and mac os, i want to run ventura and have it to where it can load into recovery and install, but i cannot use my trackpad and i do not have a USB mouse, would anyone know anyway i can fix this?
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