SOLUTIONS: Few questions

  1. I have Thinkbook15 & Dell5568. My problem is that I always keep backup of efi on USB Drive, but looks like these notebooks can keep only one i bootmanager, so when I start from USB to fix, or make changes.. i lose a record of HardDrive(M.2),

  2. Could someone download for me newest/top EFI from here.. (i have lost my account)? https://osxlatitude.com/forums/topic/9995-dell-vostro-5568-sierra-high-sierra-catalina-big-sur-monterey-ventura/

  3. I am also searching for fully(intel wifi&bt, touchpad) working efi for Thinkbook 15-ILL, so I will be glad if someone share..

  4. I' am planning to install 3 Oses on one NVME drive (Win11, Zorin, Sonoma/Sequoia). Is is posible and STABLE?

To address your queries:

  1. EFI Backup Issue on Dell and Thinkbook: Many modern notebooks, including the ones you are using (Dell 5568 and ThinkBook 15-ILL), tend to keep a single boot record in the boot manager, which can cause issues when switching between boot options like USB and internal drives. One workaround is to use EasyUEFI to manage your EFI entries more effectively, ensuring that both your internal drive and USB boot entries are maintained. Alternatively, configuring OpenCore or Clover to explicitly recognize multiple boot sources might also resolve this issue.

  2. EFI Download for Dell Vostro 5568: The latest EFI bootpacks for your Dell Vostro 5568, compatible with macOS versions like Catalina, Big Sur, Monterey, and Ventura, can be found on the OSXLatitude forums. These EFIs are specifically tailored to Dell Vostro 5568 models with Intel HD 620 graphics and support for disabling the NVIDIA 940MX GPU, which is incompatible with macOS. You can download these bootpacks after logging into the forum or via a shared link if someone provides it. Since you mentioned losing access to your account, consider re-registering or contacting the admins​(

    )​().

  3. EFI for ThinkBook 15-ILL: For your Lenovo ThinkBook 15-ILL, finding an EFI with full support for Intel Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and the touchpad is challenging. A good starting point would be exploring the Dortania guide for Intel-based laptops, which includes detailed steps to configure Intel Wi-Fi and touchpad support using OpenCore. Many users have shared EFIs for ThinkPad and Lenovo models on forums like InsanelyMac and Reddit, but for specific model support, you might need to combine multiple EFI components and test them.

  4. Triple Boot with Windows 11, Zorin OS, and macOS (Sonoma/Sequoia): Yes, it is possible and can be stable to triple-boot Windows 11, Zorin OS (Linux), and macOS on one NVMe drive. The key is to partition the drive correctly and use a robust bootloader like OpenCore to manage the triple boot. Here's how to proceed:

    • Partition your NVMe drive with enough space for all three OSes.
    • Install Windows 11 first, followed by Zorin OS, and finally macOS.
    • Use OpenCore to manage the bootloader for all three systems. OpenCore can boot both Windows and Linux alongside macOS, providing a stable environment for all operating systems. Ensure that you have backups and pay attention to partition formatting (macOS prefers APFS, Windows needs NTFS, and Linux uses ext4 or btrfs).

    Stability largely depends on your hardware compatibility and careful partitioning. As long as each OS has sufficient space and you configure the bootloader properly, this setup can work smoothly​(

    )​().

If you need further help with EFI configurations or managing triple-boot environments, feel free to ask!

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