Success on Alder Lake - 12400

I was always fascinated by macOS. I've tried Windows and Linux but didn't get a chance to use macOS. That's where this build comes in.

Thought of buying M2 Air. Wanted to experience the macOS before spending my hard earned money.

Honestly had no hopes. Am surprised it even booted up :)

My specs:

• CPU: 12th Gen Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-12400
• GPU: AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT (Navi 22)
• RAM: GSkill RipJaws 32 GB 3200 MHz DDR4
• Motherboard: ASRock-B660m-ITX-AC
• Audio Codec: ALC897 (0x0897)
• Ethernet Card: Intel 1219-V
• Wifi Card: Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 3168 WiFi Adapter

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Guides followed:

Dortania Open Core Installer

Dortania config.plist for Alder Lake

Reddit guidance for Alder Lake builds

Changes from usual guide:

• Enable EnableWriteUnprotector and SetupVirtualMap in config.plist
• Used NootRX.kext instead of WhateverGreen.kext ( didn't spoof the GPU )

Issues encountered:

• Stuck at [EB|LOG:EXITBS:START]
  • Had to enable EnableWriteUnprotector and SetupVirtualMap
  • This comment came to the rescue
• Installer froze after connecting to Wifi
  • Forgot to switch to Monterey airportitlwm.kext after changing macOS image
• Everything else was smooth

What works:

• Everything I care about except sound.
• I can't get it to recognize my old Creative 5.1 surround sound speakers (appreciate any hints)
• Have to reinstall as I forgot to create EFI partition and am only able to boot from the USB.

Don't give up. Don't be lazy to Google. Follow the guide!! Honestly surprised how smooth it was. ( although I have few more things to do )

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