gmcfarla Posted September 7, 2008 Share Posted September 7, 2008 So i've successfully installed osx86 on my compaq C776CA. Here's a step by step. Using iAtkos V4i: Follow these instructions: http://forum.insanelymac.com/index.php?sho...&start=400# Then install a.zip kext package from the Compaq C714NR Post above. Special thanks to kennyp and everyone else that contributed to the Compaq C714NR post. Works: Both Cores, Trackpad, Volume buttons, Ethernet, Display(1280x800) with Full QE/CI, DVD writer, USB, power management (battery indicator), Audio, Shutdown/Restart. Not working: Wireless (am going to switch out the card with a HP 407159-001(Broadcom Chipset)), Sleep (CPU Fan will not run once awake) Not Yet Tested: Card Reader, VGA and S-Video Out. Note: During install you will need an external usb mouse and keyboard, that is until the a.zip kext package has been installed. Edit: Currently FutureShop in Canada has these on for $599, not a bad deal IMO. http://www.futureshop.ca/catalog/proddetai...S_hbad_t1_s1-EN Laptop Specs: http://h10010.www1.hp.com/wwpc/ca/en/ho/WF...74-3756148.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
undacova Posted September 10, 2008 Share Posted September 10, 2008 how are you going to install the broadcom wireless? and where did you or would you get it?, and thank you for all the info, i was lost going to try this very soon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gmcfarla Posted September 11, 2008 Author Share Posted September 11, 2008 I'm hoping that the HP part number wireless works, haven't received it yet but will post back with results. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
undacova Posted September 11, 2008 Share Posted September 11, 2008 ok so i followed the instructions and now i am writing this from my new Compaqintosh however my trackpad and keyboard doesnt work, i cant seem to install the a.zip file is there any instructions on how to install it? i am a complete noob to osx and have no idea how to install Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
undacova Posted September 11, 2008 Share Posted September 11, 2008 also i wanted to ask which a.zip file is it? cause there seems to be quite a few in the thread... and i tired one it didnt do anything for my trackpad and keyboard... so like i dont know what to do next? how did you get the keyboard and the trackpad to work porperly? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gmcfarla Posted September 13, 2008 Author Share Posted September 13, 2008 sorry about the delay, I got a.zip from kennyp's post #403 here: http://forum.insanelymac.com/index.php?s=&...st&p=878997 follow the instructions in the file named something like instruct.rtf?? Also to get the trackpad working you'll need to modify the trackpad settings under system preferences. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
undacova Posted September 13, 2008 Share Posted September 13, 2008 thanks a lot for your help, i played around with a bunch of a.zip files from that thread and finally got the trackpad to work fine although my keyboard is slightly wierd, like the apple key is always pressed by default, kind of cause i made the expose shortcut apple key and f10 but all i have to do is hit f10 and my esc key goes to front row although its suppose to be apple key and esc ... but thats only when i am on the desktop while in applications it works allrite ... is yours the same way? also is that hp wireless card usb or internal? cause if its usb i'll get it too, i need wireless Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gmcfarla Posted September 13, 2008 Author Share Posted September 13, 2008 it's internal...I'll post back whether it works or not once I get it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gmcfarla Posted September 18, 2008 Author Share Posted September 18, 2008 So the internal wireless pci-e card works!!!! I did end up having to copy my IO80211Family.kext from my other kalyway installed pc/mac. I expect that the iAtkos v4i with the broadcom selection would have worked but I figured I'd try using the kext that I already had with broadcom support using kexthelper. Note: I had to press the wireless switch to turn it on. I haven't restarted yet so not sure whether it needs to be pressed on every boot or not. Hope this helps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
undacova Posted September 19, 2008 Share Posted September 19, 2008 Glad to hear that it works i am thinking of ordering it now too, can you tell me where to purchase and the model number please, how easy is it to install? ... also does your webcam work? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gmcfarla Posted September 22, 2008 Author Share Posted September 22, 2008 the wireless pci-e part number is HP 407159-001, I found mine on ebay for $15. http://cgi.ebay.ca/A56C-HP-DV6000-Mini-PCI...Q2em118Q2el1247 Webcam light comes on but no image, it's a suyin webcam, I'm not sure whether anyone has got these working or not? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
undacova Posted September 24, 2008 Share Posted September 24, 2008 hmm yea sounds like a plan ... now does changing the wireless card void warranty :S? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gmcfarla Posted September 27, 2008 Author Share Posted September 27, 2008 doubt it. You can always put the stock one back in. It's pretty easy to switch out all you need to do is remove the ram/mini pci cover(2 screws), then remove the two screws holding the wireless card down and then disconnect the antenna wires(remember which one goes where). Installation is opposite of removal. You had any luck upgrading to 10.5.5? I tried it but ran into issues. Ended up re-installing and haven't attempted since. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
undacova Posted October 2, 2008 Share Posted October 2, 2008 yea i have massive problems too, its very wierd, if i start my laptop with the power cable plugged in my mouse pad doesnt work, same if i have any usb things plugged in. So i have to start with nothing plugged in. But even then there are problems, so i think i will downgrade too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jainmac Posted January 8, 2009 Share Posted January 8, 2009 hi! i have these few problems, if anybody knoes the fix direct me: 1. dvd drive doesnt recognize the cd... 2. i think my laptop fan is working overtime... 3. headphones dont work... 4. graphics i think are a little washed out... did u guys install a kext 4 that? if u did where can i find it 5. Where does it show the battery??? (a.zip had that powerbudle thing i installed it, what did that do?) Other than that everything works, I love my compaq c776, thanks to everybody who made the kexts. I am happy that the wireless, and sound works. Till now what I did is a.zip, azalia sound, IO80211 kext(wireless). Please do tell any suggestions or kexts you have to make my mac better. Don't ignore the post above me its still unanswered. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oh the Huge Manatee Posted April 11, 2009 Share Posted April 11, 2009 Shameless promotion : I wrote a noob walkthrough of installing 10.5.6 on a c776ca . http://www.insanelymac.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=160547 also - How is everyone's sleep function working? I can sleep and wake fine, but my sound dies on wake... and I suspect so does my power management. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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