Specifications:
- CPU: Intel Core i5-4570S (4 Cores/4 Threads, 3.60 GHz TDP 65W)
- GPU: Intel HD 4600
- RAM: 8 GB DDR3L
- Storage: 180 GB SSD SATA by Intel
- Motherboard: Lenovo M73 Tiny with Intel H81 Express Chipset
- Audio Codec: Realtek ALC283
- Ethernet Card: Intel Ethernet Connection I217-V
- Wifi/BT Card: Intel(R) Centrino(R) Advanced-N 6235 AGN with BT module
- BIOS Revision: FHKT87A
Installation Steps:
Monterey Installation:
- Utilized startup files from UHDbits GitHub repository: M73-Tiny-OpenCore.
- Integrated kext files for Intel Wi-Fi and BT card from OpenIntelWireless to ensure functionality.
Sonoma Update:
- Updated the operating system to Sonoma using the OpenLegacy Patcher.
- Important: Change the Serial Number (S/N) with GenSMBIOS to an unused one before installation (learned from a past iHack 7040 project).
Graphics Acceleration for Haswell CPU:
- Modified the
csr-active-config
section in NVRAM during the graphics acceleration setup. - Changed the value from 00000000 (for Monterey) to 03080000 for Sonoma (downloaded from OpenCore Legacy Patcher).
- Important: Reset NVRAM during restart (accessible in startup options).
- Modified the
FAQ:
Q1: Why did you choose the Lenovo M73 Tiny for your Hackintosh project?
- The Lenovo M73 Tiny offers a compact form factor, upgradability with an SSD and better CPU, and compatibility with the Intel HD 4600 graphics, making it suitable for a macOS installation.
Q2: Why change the Serial Number (S/N) with GenSMBIOS?
- Changing the Serial Number helps avoid conflicts with Apple's servers and ensures smooth functioning of macOS services.
Q3: What challenges did you face during the installation process?
- A mistake from a previous iHack 7040 project prompted the need to change the Serial Number. Additionally, modifying the
csr-active-config
for graphics acceleration required attention to detail.
Note: Always ensure you have proper backups and follow community guidelines when undertaking Hackintosh projects. Compatibility may vary, and user discretion is advised.
My iHack M73 Tiny with newest Mac OS Sonoma My another successfull iHack project - this time with Lenovo M73 Tiny, upgraded with SSD drive, better CPU with 4 cores and HD 4600 graphics and with newest Mac OS Sonoma. My specs: CPU: Intel Core i5-4570S (4 Cores/ 4 Threads, 3.60 GHz TDP 65W) GPU: Intel HD 4600 RAM: 8 GB DDR3L Storage: 180 GB SSD SATA by Intel Motherboard: Lenovo M73 Tiny with Intel H81 Express Chipset Audio Codec: Realtek ALC283 Ethernet Card: Intel Ethernet Connection I217-V Wifi/BT Card: Intel(R) Centrino(R) Advanced-N 6235 AGN with BT module BIOS revision: FHKT87A This time I was first instal Monterey with startup files from UHDbits: https://github.com/UHDbits/M73-Tiny-OpenCore Also I was added kext files for intel WI-FI and BT card to make them work from here: https://openintelwireless.github.io/ Then later I was update OS to Sonoma with OpenLegacy Patcher. Two Important notes:
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