level42 Posted April 30, 2011 Share Posted April 30, 2011 See PC Configuration below. I've tried about 15 guides/tutorials/methods etc, but it seems that no matter what, I always end up at a Kernel Panic. I see many tutorials but nothing that really covers the basics, they all kind of start at level 5. Could some one please explain to me what exactly is required to make a computer boot OSX 10.6.7 Also, how can we tell what Kernel we are supposed to use, or what hardware causes a kernel panic? If its a specific kext file, how do we exclude that from boot for testing process? Other then trial and error, is there an actual way to find out what exacly is need for a users specific configuration to boot OSX? I check the WiKi, but it doesn't tell me much. (Just says use Ultimate Snow Leopard, which I can't find) I have a million questions for you guys and I hope someone can put up with me and be patient with me, I'm a very technical user, I'm certified in windows. Just with Mac, I'm not familiar with the OS and how it all works and why it doesn't on my desktop. Just fyi, about 3 years ago I did have 10.5 running on this very desktop, so I know its compatible. I'd just like 10.6.7 now. Thank you all for you generosity and support. P.S I hope this is the right section. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gringo Vermelho Posted April 30, 2011 Share Posted April 30, 2011 Try the Windows version of this on the PC you want to Hackintosh: http://www.insanelymac.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=219584 Your CPU can run the vanilla kernel. Use a retail installation DVD and a suitable boot CD. Use a CD-RW until you find a boot CD that works. Try [url="http://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/279450-why-insanelymac-does-not-support-tonymacx86/"]#####[/url], Nawcom, MyHack, EmpireEFI, there are many more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
level42 Posted April 30, 2011 Author Share Posted April 30, 2011 Thanks for the insite. Just to clarify, Vanilla Kernel means the stock kernel from apple? I found this solution "www.convertit2mac.com" but then I found out the douche bags want me to buy their software by donating a minimum $25...... Anyone out there have a copy of Ultimate Snow Leopard 1.0.2 .... lol Things that I've tried: [url="http://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/279450-why-insanelymac-does-not-support-tonymacx86/"]#####[/url]: Wont boot [url="http://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/279450-why-insanelymac-does-not-support-tonymacx86/"]#####[/url] Legacy: Boots, but when SL is inserted I get a KP myHack: Boots, but when SL is inserted I get a KP Nawcom: Boots, but when I get to the select language, all I see are a bunch of hyphens accross the screen that flicker when I move the mouse, see Figure 1: EmpireEFI: Untested Others: Unkown. Figure 1: Would a different boot cd make any difference to wether or not SL can boot? Also, would it make a difference that I'm using a 10.6.0 dvd? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
level42 Posted May 1, 2011 Author Share Posted May 1, 2011 Anyone know whats up with te graphics display? I tried my standard DVI - HDMI cable and then a DVI-VGA adapter, and a standard cable, but makes no difference either way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gringo Vermelho Posted May 2, 2011 Share Posted May 2, 2011 Use the forum search or google to find out if this is a known issue with your video card and Snow Leopard and if so, if there are workarounds. Or try another video card. Just to clarify, Vanilla Kernel means the stock kernel from apple?Would a different boot cd make any difference to wether or not SL can boot? Also, would it make a difference that I'm using a 10.6.0 dvd? 1: Yes 2: It's possible 3: No Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
level42 Posted May 2, 2011 Author Share Posted May 2, 2011 I appreciate it, but I'm not quite sure how to describe this issue to search for it. To me it looks like artifacts on the screen. I appreciate it, but I'm not quite sure how to describe this issue to search for it. To me it looks like artifacts on the screen. I found this Sapphire Radeon HD 2900 Pro 512MB Works out of box with Kalyway 10.5.2 but only with Triakis framebuffer installer .pkg when using vanilla drivers and proper EFI strings -EDIT- All RadeonHD cards under 4xx0 wont work in snow leopard ATI Database Does this mean I'm S.O.L and I'm wasting my time? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
level42 Posted May 3, 2011 Author Share Posted May 3, 2011 Ok, so I think I found working/compatible drivers. http://netkas.org/?p=459 But now how do I place these into the disc boot section? how do I enable these drivers before the setup? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gringo Vermelho Posted May 3, 2011 Share Posted May 3, 2011 It won't work. See comment #38 Looks like you need a new video card. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
level42 Posted May 4, 2011 Author Share Posted May 4, 2011 Are you serious! awe ... but it worked with Leopard, why can't I use a driver from leopard to get this working? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gringo Vermelho Posted May 9, 2011 Share Posted May 9, 2011 Because you're not running Leopard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rlf Posted May 9, 2011 Share Posted May 9, 2011 According to Netkas, 2900 support was removed from the 10.6.4 kexts by Apple. So, you need a different card to run on Snow Leopard: http://netkas.org/?p=459 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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