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Troubleshooting Wi-Fi Issues on Hackintosh with macOS Sonoma and Broadcom BCM4360



Guide:

  1. Verify Kext and OCLP Compatibility:

    • Ensure that the OpenCore Legacy Patcher (OCLP) and all kernel extensions (kexts) are up to date and compatible with macOS Sonoma.
    • Check for any recent updates or patches that might address Wi-Fi issues.

  2. Re-examine Config.plist Settings:

    • Review your config.plist file to ensure all settings are correct for macOS Sonoma and your specific Broadcom BCM4360 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth card.
    • Pay close attention to entries related to Wi-Fi and networking.

  3. Check System Logs:

    • Use Console.app to review system logs for any errors or warnings related to Wi-Fi or networking.
    • Look for clues that might indicate driver issues or incompatibilities.

  4. Test with Alternate Kexts:

    • Experiment with different versions of Wi-Fi kexts. Sometimes, newer or older versions may offer better compatibility with certain macOS versions.
    • Notable kexts to consider include IO80211FamilyLegacy.kext, AirPortBrcmNIC.kext, and IOSkywalkFamily.kext.

  5. Ensure Proper Hardware Recognition:

    • Verify that the Broadcom BCM4360 card is correctly recognized in the system at the hardware level.
    • You may test the card in another system to confirm it's functioning properly.

  6. Engage with the Hackintosh Community:

    • Participate in Hackintosh forums or platforms like Reddit to seek advice from others who might have encountered similar issues.
    • Share your current configuration and steps taken for additional insights.

  7. Consider Alternate Wi-Fi Solutions:

    • If the issue persists, explore using a different Wi-Fi card known to have better compatibility with macOS Sonoma.
    • USB Wi-Fi adapters with Mac support can be a temporary workaround.

  8. Document and Report:

    • Keep a record of all the steps and modifications you've made.
    • Report your findings and any successful solutions to the Hackintosh community to assist others with similar setups.

Note: Hackintosh builds can vary greatly, and what works for one setup may not work for another. Persistent trial and error, along with community support, are key to resolving such issues.

Wi-FI on Sonoma not working despite OCLP with BCM4360 and disabling SIP

Hello,

I have a Broadcom BCM4360 wi-fi/bluetooth and working Ventura system and wanted to test Sonoma to see if AirDrop worked as expected.

I followed these steps: https://github.com/billabongbruno/macOS-Sonoma-Broadcom-Wifi but wi-fi does not show up, though Sonoma otherwise boot normally.

System is a Z390 with SMBIOS iMac19,1

Has something changed in the steps since that guide was made?

Here are direct copies from my config.plist in case I messed something up.

Cheers!

​ <dict> <key>Arch</key> <string>Any</string> <key>BundlePath</key> <string>IO80211FamilyLegacy.kext</string> <key>Comment</key> <string></string> <key>Enabled</key> <true/> <key>ExecutablePath</key> <string>Contents/MacOS/IO80211FamilyLegacy</string> <key>MaxKernel</key> <string></string> <key>MinKernel</key> <string>23.0.0</string> <key>PlistPath</key> <string>Contents/Info.plist</string> </dict> <dict> <key>Arch</key> <string>Any</string> <key>BundlePath</key> <string>IO80211FamilyLegacy.kext/Contents/PlugIns/AirPortBrcmNIC.kext</string> <key>Comment</key> <string></string> <key>Enabled</key> <true/> <key>ExecutablePath</key> <string>Contents/MacOS/AirPortBrcmNIC</string> <key>MaxKernel</key> <string></string> <key>MinKernel</key> <string>23.0.0</string> <key>PlistPath</key> <string>Contents/Info.plist</string> </dict> <dict> <key>Arch</key> <string>Any</string> <key>BundlePath</key> <string>IOSkywalkFamily.kext</string> <key>Comment</key> <string></string> <key>Enabled</key> <true/> <key>ExecutablePath</key> <string>Contents/MacOS/IOSkywalkFamily</string> <key>MaxKernel</key> <string></string> <key>MinKernel</key> <string>23.0.0</string> <key>PlistPath</key> <string>Contents/Info.plist</string> </dict>

<dict> <key>Arch</key> <string>Any</string> <key>Comment</key> <string>Allow IOSkywalk Downgrade</string> <key>Enabled</key> <true/> <key>Identifier</key> <string>com.apple.iokit.IOSkywalkFamily</string> <key>MaxKernel</key> <string></string> <key>MinKernel</key> <string>23.0.0</string> <key>Strategy</key> <string>Exclude</string> </dict>

```

<key>SecureBootModel</key> <string>Disabled</string> <key>boot-args</key> <string>keepsyms=1 debug=0x100 alcid=1 agdpmod=pikera watchdog=0 amfi=0x80</string>

```

```

<key>csr-active-config</key> <data>AwgAAA==</data>

```

```

 <key>Delete</key> <dict> <key>4D1EDE05-38C7-4A6A-9CC6-4BCCA8B38C14</key> <array> <string>DefaultBackgroundColor</string> </array> <key>4D1FDA02-38C7-4A6A-9CC6-4BCCA8B30102</key> <array> <string>rtc-blacklist</string> </array> <key>7C436110-AB2A-4BBB-A880-FE41995C9F82</key> <array> <string>boot-args</string> <string>csr-active-config</string> </array> </dict>

```

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