Geek_Writer Posted February 7, 2008 Share Posted February 7, 2008 Hi, My name is Chris Ladd and I'm a writer for GEEK Magazine. We're doing a small feature on OSx86, and I'm looking for some pointers on an ideal hardware setup, both in terms of individual components and off the rack systems. More to the point, what makes some hardware choices better than others to play nicely on a hackintosh? What's the best bet for the curious geek? I'd be grateful for any suggestions, especially from those with some experience spanning different systems. I am writing very close to deadline, so I'd appreciate any expediency. Thanks very much, Chris Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/86408-geek-mag-feature-recommended-hardware/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
vlad1966 Posted February 7, 2008 Share Posted February 7, 2008 See my sig. Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/86408-geek-mag-feature-recommended-hardware/#findComment-613213 Share on other sites More sharing options...
rtomek Posted February 7, 2008 Share Posted February 7, 2008 I wouldn't publish that kind of information. I'm sure it would be a lawsuit waiting to happen. This is what I would publish: My recommendation is to buy a mac pro or mac book pro Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/86408-geek-mag-feature-recommended-hardware/#findComment-613218 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sabr Posted February 7, 2008 Share Posted February 7, 2008 There is a lot of info on the wiki (mainly check the HCL's): http://wiki.osx86project.org I'm not an expert when it comes to the best compatible hardware, but I know a little. In terms of hardware choices - if you want to build a computer just to run OSx86 - you'd use an Intel Core 2 CPU. These are the ones that are compatible with PC_EFI (take a look at netkas.org for more info on that) when you want to run the vanilla kernel. Going down the AMD route tends to be more hassle than Intel's (which is logical, as Apple's computers are based around Intel CPU's anyway), but it is possible to run OSx86 on AMD's. Graphics cards? Well, personally, I'd say the ATi X1000's are good choices. I know there are many NVidia GeForce GPU's that work, but it's only from personal experience that I recommend the X1000's... Probably the main factor that it boils down to is the choice of motherboard. That's the single thing which generally causes most problems compatibility-wise. There are plenty of guides in the Tutorial section for individual motherboards, however, there are a few new ones that I've heard work especially well. These include the Gigabyte P35 variations. Hope this helps. P.s. Be sure to include a link to InsanelyMac! I wouldn't publish that kind of information. I'm sure it would be a lawsuit waiting to happen.This is what I would publish:My recommendation is to buy a mac pro or mac book pro If that was the case then surely this forum would've been closed down years ago? Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/86408-geek-mag-feature-recommended-hardware/#findComment-613233 Share on other sites More sharing options...
rtomek Posted February 7, 2008 Share Posted February 7, 2008 If that was the case then surely this forum would've been closed down years ago? This site's server is in the UK, the magazine is published in the US. This forum only provides information to those who already know about it's existence and are simply looking for help and does not condone the use of illegal software. The magazine would be providing information to those who never knew that OS X could be run on non-apple hardware. The article might be OK if you don't condone the use of it, just say that some people have done it, but remember that doing it yourself may be illegal edit: On second thought, I did find out about xbox-scene.com from a 10-second news report. I guess it's OK to report that it has an existence, but I wouldn't take my chances publishing information that would help someone do something illegal. Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/86408-geek-mag-feature-recommended-hardware/#findComment-613245 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sabr Posted February 8, 2008 Share Posted February 8, 2008 This site's server is in the UK, the magazine is published in the US.This forum only provides information to those who already know about it's existence and are simply looking for help and does not condone the use of illegal software. The magazine would be providing information to those who never knew that OS X could be run on non-apple hardware. I'm not so sure - the reason this site was shut down before (when it was hosted in the US) was only because we had links to Apple copyright files (thus breaking the DMCA). As long as the magazine provides only information about the topic (what it is, where it can be found [no links!], how to use it, etc..) then they should be perfectly fine. Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/86408-geek-mag-feature-recommended-hardware/#findComment-613314 Share on other sites More sharing options...
inedible Posted February 8, 2008 Share Posted February 8, 2008 I could have sworn I've seen "© Apple Computer" in I dunno, ALL of the kexts posted to this board. Are these covered by the BSD licence or are they actually proprietary? Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/86408-geek-mag-feature-recommended-hardware/#findComment-613403 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geek_Writer Posted February 8, 2008 Author Share Posted February 8, 2008 Thanks so much, everyone. I'm sensitive (and, I'm sure, the GEEK lawyer types are as well) to legal issues, but I'm mostly looking for guidelines. Are people best off by looking for established configurations of components already sold by Apple? Or by checking the InsanelyMac forums? Is there any rule of thumb?The piece is basically a recap of the last three years of OSx86 with a small section, a sidebar really, on current builds.Thanks again!Chris P.s. Be sure to include a link to InsanelyMac! @Sabr -- thanks, I'm definitely planning on it. Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/86408-geek-mag-feature-recommended-hardware/#findComment-613690 Share on other sites More sharing options...
rtomek Posted February 8, 2008 Share Posted February 8, 2008 Thanks so much, everyone. I'm sensitive (and, I'm sure, the GEEK lawyer types are as well) to legal issues, but I'm mostly looking for guidelines. Are people best off by looking for established configurations of components already sold by Apple? Or by checking the InsanelyMac forums? Is there any rule of thumb?The piece is basically a recap of the last three years of OSx86 with a small section, a sidebar really, on current builds.Thanks again!Chris@Sabr -- thanks, I'm definitely planning on it. I guess you've already looked into legality stuff... I'd say read the wiki, there is a lot of information about working hardware there, and one could READ and SEARCH the forums about what people have used before that works. The vanilla kernel only works with intel hardware, so that's useful to know before you get into it. There are so many different systems that work that it could possible work on anything, but you have to be willing to put time and effort into solving minor problems with the install because there are very few setups that 'just work' the first time around. I'd say Sabr is right on that the biggest factor is the motherboard that you choose. Each person has to make their choice on their preferred motherboard, there are 3 big ones out there (one or two each by intel, gigabyte and asus) that most people use for easy installs. With the right motherboard, getting everything to work is much easier. Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/86408-geek-mag-feature-recommended-hardware/#findComment-614114 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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