How to Fix Successful install Catalina on X220

By Freirburro
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How to Fix Successful install Catalina on X220

This mini-guide provides a structural approach to troubleshoot and fix the issue.

Prerequisites

  • Confirm your hardware specifications (CPU, GPU, Motherboard).
  • Ensure you have a bootable recovery USB and backup your EFI.

Fix Steps

  1. Verify your network controller model (Intel, Broadcom, Realtek).
  2. Ensure the correct kext (e.g., AirportItlwm or BrcmPatchRAM) is loaded in your config.
  3. Clear network interfaces and reset NVRAM if changes don't apply.

Verification

  • Reboot and verify if the functionality is restored and stable under typical usage.

Original Question:

Successful install Catalina on X220

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Specs

  • i5 2520m
  • 16 GB ram (CompuRam)
  • Boot Disk: KINGSTON SMS200S3120G
  • Documents Disk: KINGSTON SA400S37240G

What actually work

  • Gigabit Lan
  • Bluetooth
  • Audio ( Speakers & Mic)
  • Display brightness
  • Battery recognize
  • Webcam
  • Intel HD 3000

What maybe doesn't work

  • Lid open sensor
  • ExpressCard / GPU

What doesn't work

  • Wifi
  • Fingerprint
  • SD Card reader
  • Yellow USB
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