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[cVaD]

Wils, on Feb 18 2009, 11:50 AM, said:

how do i open .sitx files? can you upload them in zip or rar format?

• Copy files to the Desktop.
   AnV_Kernel_9.6.0.V1.2.pkg.01.zip   2MB   390 downloads
   AnV_Kernel_9.6.0.V1.2.pkg.02.zip   474.39K   354 downloads
  
• Open a terminal window.
  
• Run next commands:
  

  cd ~/Desktop/
  cat AnV_Kernel_9.6.0.V1.2.pkg.01.zip AnV_Kernel_9.6.0.V1.2.pkg.02.zip > AnV_Kernel_9.6.0.V1.2.pkg.zip
  

List of package files:
 AnV_Kernel_9.6.0.V1.2.pkg.gif   26.84K   220 downloads

P.S.For repair kexts permisssions and making mkext files - (incl. /Extra folder), you can use Kext Utility.

[Maniac10]

What's wrong with that mitch? I only told him to rebuild kext cache and use the stock 10.5.6 system kext, can't figure the wrong step.
Thanks in advanced.

[Azimutz]

How to test a kernel without messing your system:

Name the kernel you want to test "mach_kernel(dot)something", e.g.: mach_kernel.anv
Place it on the root of your system and reboot. Go to boot prompt and type the name of the kernel you want to boot with. Any problems just reboot normally. This works with any Bootloader i know!

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Another tip: you can try create a "rescue" disc with your patches in it, to boot your system from it.
Use INSTAHackintosh, Slimbuild or any of the pre-boot CD's guides around (munky's thread, etc...).
You can easily boot your messed up system with "rd=diskXsY" or UUID at boot prompt.
Note that this may not work in case of "extreme mess"
Till today never failed for me! using mainly INSTAHackintosh but, tested pre-boot CD with success.

LiveDVD is another option

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Some more info about the kernel:
-XBench doesn't show me any difference between using this kernel and Voodoo! though, i noticed some faster loading times for some apps.
-You can specify Mac model in Boot.plist under "kernel flags", e.g.: macmodel=MacPro3,1
-It has Decrypter built in so, you don't need decrypter kext. Voodoo team doesn't do this because of legal issues!

I tryed to warn you guys about the installer but, i guess those of you who had problems with it, either didn't read my post (didn't catch the tip??) or the thread i suggested use only the kernel and update any 10.5.5 kexts you have (system/seatbelt) to 10.5.6.

[gengstapo]

hmm i just finish doin' full installation upon my machines
im using voodoo 9.5.0 for time being
sigh

[Azimutz]

gengstapo, on Feb 18 2009, 03:26 PM, said:

hmm i just finish doin' full installation upon my machines
im using voodoo 9.5.0 for time being
sigh

You can still test this kernel as i say, without fear. And you don't need to update system/seatbelt kexts, just don't mount images or you'll get the seatbelt kp. If it works fine you can then use it and update the kexts to 10.5.6.
That's up to you.
I've been using this since Andy put it out, alternating with Voodoo.. i really don't like having a 10.5.6 system working with 10.5.5 kernel/kexts being these files so important to performance but, i also don't like how Andy did put this out.
So, i've been waiting for him to create this thread. Even so, no mention of Voodoo, little or no details, etc... oh well

[Wils]

Thanks. I have the .pkg file now. Will try it later.

cVaD, on Feb 18 2009, 04:46 AM, said:

• Copy files to the Desktop.
  AnV_Kern...2.pkg.01.zip
  AnV_Kern...2.pkg.02.zip
  
• Open a terminal window.
  
• Run next commands:
  

  cd ~/Desktop/
  cat AnV_Kernel_9.6.0.V1.2.pkg.01.zip AnV_Kernel_9.6.0.V1.2.pkg.02.zip > AnV_Kernel_9.6.0.V1.2.pkg.zip
  

List of package files:
AnV_Kern...V1.2.pkg.gif

P.S.For repair kexts permisssions and making mkext files - (incl. /Extra folder), you can use Kext Utility.

[Konami®]

I am testing this kernel but my profile changed and now read as "MacBook Pro" I don't have a laptop, it is a desktop, how do I change to says something like "MacPro"?  

Update: never-mind, I found the way to do it, but I have another question, when I run GeekBench 64bit, it is still saying that my model is a hackintosh, but my profile says MacPro3,1? any ideas?

[Maniac10]

I'm booting with macmodel flag and geek says it's a macpro.

[Konami®]

eMatoS, on Feb 18 2009, 03:45 PM, said:

I'm booting with macmodel flag and geek says it's a macpro.

same here but i have different results  

Do we have to add all the MacPro configuration into the Apple Boot Plist?

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[Maniac10]

I've only added that line, nothing else... Surely Andy will be able to answer that just wait for him.

[rals2007]

maybe we should use his applesmbios to be able to use the "macmodel" flag.

[Andy Vandijck]

NOTE: For old HPET driver to work, install also System.kext.
Install modified AppleACPIPlatform.kext Info.plist for AppleIntelClock driver support.
Enjoy...

[mitch_de]

Andy Vandijck, on Feb 19 2009, 02:01 AM, said:

NOTE: For old HPET driver to work, install also System.kext.
Install modified AppleACPIPlatform.kext Info.plist for AppleIntelClock driver support.
Enjoy...

HINT: Dl both parts, rename ....zip to .sitx ( remove latest .zip)


Q:
I have an running vanilla system and C2D CPU.
orig. AppleHPET working/loaded.

I am very confused if i really should install all things of your .pkg.
Very risk / deep system changes made.
Its possible to use only the kernel, or can you explaib whats the minimum install
for an good working C2D/vanialla system is ?

I looked in the ACPIPlatform.kext
Your info.plist removes key Load Driver true in ACPI Interupt Link / IOPropertyMatch

Your info.plist adds an key IOName intel-clock in the Platform Expert.



Is it really a must to use your system.kext and other non kernel things of your .pkg ?
Do i need the -oldHPET boot flag if i use orig. AppleHEPT ?

Thanks.
Would be great to make an HOW TO Core CPU / non Core CPU usage for that .pkg.
Maybe there are differences whats needed to be installed and whats boot flag.

[gengstapo]

i think i just pass
running vanilla 9.6.0 for time being, poweroff & reboot working already, i use the fix from gigabyte kext
this is getting fun

[mercurysquad]

Azimutz, on Feb 18 2009, 09:59 PM, said:

i really don't like having a 10.5.6 system working with 10.5.5 kernel/kexts being these files so important to performance

Actually you can use all 10.5.6 kexts with the 10.5.5 kernel, except System.kext and seatbelt.kext — both of which are of no consequence to performance. System.kext sounds like it's a very important kext for the system but it has no code in it, just the symbol names and addresses. Seatbelt.kext is used for security purposes (sandboxing) and is again of no consequence when it comes to performance.

The 9.6 kernel itself, however, may result in better performance.

[mitch_de]

mercurysquad, on Feb 19 2009, 10:34 AM, said:

Actually you can use all 10.5.6 kexts with the 10.5.5 kernel, except System.kext and seatbelt.kext — both of which are of no consequence to performance. System.kext sounds like it's a very important kext for the system but it has no code in it, just the symbol names and addresses. Seatbelt.kext is used for security purposes (sandboxing) and is again of no consequence when it comes to performance.

The 9.6 kernel itself, however, may result in better performance.

Hi, nice to have such an expert also here !

Why does this ANV kernel have so much installs beside the kernel ?
Ok, i know non Core Intel CPUs and AMDs need seetbeltkext + system.kext , but why so deep changes in other risk system parts?
(I posted details in my post above).
Again : Any chance to make an minimalistic ANV.pgk for Core Intel cpus /systems running already an working vanilla system ?

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[Andy Vandijck]

mitch_de, on Feb 19 2009, 10:13 AM, said:

HINT: Dl both parts, rename ....zip to .sitx ( remove latest .zip)


Q:
I have an running vanilla system and C2D CPU.
orig. AppleHPET working/loaded.

I am very confused if i really should install all things of your .pkg.
Very risk / deep system changes made.
Its possible to use only the kernel, or can you explaib whats the minimum install
for an good working C2D/vanialla system is ?

I looked in the ACPIPlatform.kext
Your info.plist removes key Load Driver true in ACPI Interupt Link / IOPropertyMatch

Your info.plist adds an key IOName intel-clock in the Platform Expert.



Is it really a must to use your system.kext and other non kernel things of your .pkg ?
Do i need the -oldHPET boot flag if i use orig. AppleHEPT ?

Thanks.
Would be great to make an HOW TO Core CPU / non Core CPU usage for that .pkg.
Maybe there are differences whats needed to be installed and whats boot flag.

System.kext should be installed along side the kernel at minimum.
The dynamic linker (/usr/lib/dyld) is a much faster one than the original (recommended, Intel).
The Info.plist is handy for enabling the AppleIntelClock RTC driver (optional).
The AppleHPET.kext is needed only if you tend to be one of the unlucky ones with no HPET in the CPU core, which will mean that probeHPET fails (useoldhpet=1 is only needed in case of the need of this...).

mitch_de, on Feb 19 2009, 10:42 AM, said:

Hi, nice to have such an expert also here !

Why does this ANV kernel have so much installs beside the kernel ?
Ok, i know non Core Intel CPUs and AMDs need seetbeltkext + system.kext , but why so deep changes in other risk system parts?
(I posted details in my post above).
Again : Any chance to make an minimalistic ANV.pgk for Core Intel cpus /systems running already an working vanilla system ?

Well, see my earlier post.
NOTE: If you used 10.5.5 kernel before you really need to also install seatbelt.kext (since it will be from 10.5.5).
If you do not whenever you e.g. mount a dmg file you will get a KP.

eMatoS, on Feb 18 2009, 02:09 PM, said:

What's wrong with that mitch? I only told him to rebuild kext cache and use the stock 10.5.6 system kext, can't figure the wrong step.
Thanks in advanced.

The HPET mods require the System.kext to be replaced since it will have extra symbols inside.
If you have an older Intel/AMD cpu you need this for the old AppleHPET driver to work.
Otherwise it's no really big deal...

[mitch_de]

Thanks AnV !
Great informations !
I would put them shortened as FAQ also in the first posting.

I (DSDL patched GA-EP35-DS3) will use pacifist to install:
- kernel
- system.kext
- dyn linkers
Stay: AppleHPET, and orig. ApplePlatfrom .plist - i have no probs with AppleHPET (DSDL patched GA-EP35-DS3)
and report my results back soon.
For my knowledge HPET has many advantages insted RTC usage - HEPT takes less CPU cycles around and has more precision. I guess if no HPEt is loaded RTC (does same, but old+slower method) is used insted.

To ANV + Voodoo Team (not much urgent )
Do you think it can does some advantage to compile different way (GCC 4.2, different settings like SSE3 + SSE3 sublemental enabled, .... ) ?
How does Voodoo Team compile its kernels ?
Would it be also an difference complie kernel with Intels high optimized compiler (i forgot the name) ?

[Konami®]

Andy

Why my computer (see signature) is still showing as a hackintosh in geekbench 64bit test? I installed your kernel and your AppleSMBIOS with the MacPro settings and still does not work. Don't get me wrong, in my profile show as MacPro3,1 but Geekbench does not read the same, please help!  

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[cVaD]

idSoftware™

Try another "Mac model".
May be from iMac5,1 to iMac7,1. You CPU is not for MacPro3,1.