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Guide:

Congratulations on your successful AMD-based Hackintosh build! For others looking to replicate your success on the Dell Inspiron 15 3500 with a Ryzen 5 3500U, here’s a structured guide based on your setup.

Prerequisites

1. Hardware Requirements:

   • Replace the stock Qualcomm WiFi card with an Intel AC-3165 (or other macOS-compatible card like Broadcom BCM94360).

   • A USB drive (16GB+).

   • Backup all data (Hackintosh installations can be risky).

2. Software Tools:

   • OpenCore Bootloader (latest release).

   • NootedRED Kext for AMD Vega GPU acceleration.

   • macOS Installer (Catalina/Monterey/Ventura, depending on compatibility).

Step 1: Prepare the macOS Installer

1. Download macOS using macOS Recovery or a tool like GibMacOS.

2. Format the USB drive as FAT32 and create the installer with OpenCore.

3. Copy your custom EFI folder (shared by the user) to the USB’s EFI partition.

Step 2: Configure BIOS Settings

1. Disable:

   • Secure Boot

   • Fast Boot

   • VT-d (if enabled).

2. Enable:

   • AHCI mode for SATA.

   • UEFI boot mode.

Step 3: Install macOS

1. Boot from the USB drive using OpenCore.

2. Proceed with the macOS installation (this may take 30+ minutes).

3. Post-Installation:

   • Install NootedRED.kext for AMD Radeon Vega 8 GPU acceleration.

   • Use AMD Power Gadget or custom SSDTs for CPU power management.

Step 4: Fixing Hardware Components

1. WiFi/Bluetooth:

   • Ensure the Intel AC-3165 card is detected. Use itlwm.kext + HeliPort for WiFi or AirportItlwm for native support.

2. Audio:

   • Use AppleALC.kext with the correct layout ID for your Realtek audio codec.

3. Trackpad:

   • VoodooI2C + VoodooI2CHID kexts for full gesture support.

4. Camera:

   • USB mapping may be required if the camera is not detected.

Step 5: Post-Install Tweaks

1. USB Mapping:
   Use Hackintool to create a custom USB map (prevents sleep/wake issues).

2. Power Management:

   • Generate CPU-specific SSDTs with SSDTTime.

   • Enable XCPM for better performance.

3. Enable iServices:
   Follow the Dortania Guide for iMessage, FaceTime, etc.

Critical Notes

• EFI Sharing:

  • The user’s EFI folder is tailored for the Dell Inspiron 15 3500. If you have the same model, request their EFI via DM/forum (avoid public links to respect OpenCore’s policies).

  • Always customize the EFI for your specific hardware (SMBIOS, serial numbers, etc.).

• Avoid Updates:
  macOS updates may break functionality. Test updates on a backup drive first.

Troubleshooting

Credits

• Aakvati’s YouTube Guide: Follow their video for step-by-step instructions.

• NootedRED Team: For AMD Vega GPU acceleration.

• OpenCore Community: For ongoing Hackintosh support.

Final Tips

• Join the AMD OS X Discord for Ryzen-specific support.

• Always back up your EFI folder before making changes.

With patience and the right configuration, an AMD-based Hackintosh is achievable. Share your progress and help others in the community! 🚀🍎