Intel AX210 WiFi 6E: Hackintosh Compatibility & Setup Guide

Setting up the Intel AX210 WiFi 6E Card in macOS

Historically, Hackintosh users relied exclusively on Broadcom Wi-Fi cards for native macOS support (like AirDrop and Handoff). However, thanks to the incredible work of the OpenIntelWireless community, modern Intel Wi-Fi cards—including the powerful WiFi 6E Intel AX210—are now highly functional in macOS.

Pros and Cons of the Intel AX210

Installation Guide (OpenCore)

To enable the Intel AX210, you need the AirportItlwm.kext or itlwm.kext. For most users, AirportItlwm.kext is recommended as it integrates natively with the macOS Wi-Fi menu.

1. Download the latest release of AirportItlwm from the official OpenIntelWireless GitHub repository. Make sure to download the specific version matching your macOS release (e.g., Sonoma, Ventura).
2. Download IntelBluetoothFirmware.kext and BlueToolFixup.kext (for macOS 12+).
3. Mount your EFI partition and navigate to EFI/OC/Kexts.
4. Copy the downloaded kexts into the Kexts folder.
5. Open your config.plist using ProperTree or OCAT and perform a "Clean Snapshot" to inject the new kexts into your configuration.
6. Save the config, reboot, and you should see the Wi-Fi icon populate in your menu bar.

Summary: If you need AirDrop and Universal Control, you must find a compatible Broadcom card (though macOS Sonoma makes this increasingly difficult without OCLP). If you just need fast, reliable internet access and Bluetooth audio, the Intel AX210 is an outstanding choice.