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Can you install OS X Yosemite on an unsupported Mac?
When Apple dropped the 32-bit kernel entirely from OS X, starting with OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion, EFI32 Macs no longer had an Apple-supported mechanism to boot newer OS X versions. Fortunately, we have found a workaround for this version of OS X. Here we provide guides in Post 1 and 2 and support for Installing OS X Yosemite on your Unsupported Mac.
Is there a workaround to install Mavericks on unsupported MacBook?
It is from Early 2008. It is unsupported, but I would like to install Mavericks on it. Is there a workaround for bypassing the system check or just generally getting it to install? SFOTT (found out it’s for Macs that have 32-bit EFI and/or processors; I have 64-bit versions of both) Oh, and if you need it, here are hardware specifications:
How to install OS X on an unsupported disk?
Go to Applications/OS X Hackers Patch Files and run the AutoPatch package. Select the disk or partition that you’re fine using an installer drive that you want as the installer. WARNING: DO NOT SELECT YOUR CURRENT PARTITION (i.e Macintosh HD)
How to install a patcher on an unsupported Mac?
Select the disk or partition you want to install on, and erase it, ensuring to use either Mac OS Extended (Journaled), or APFS as the filesystem type. If formatting an entire drive, ensure GUID is selected. — Please note that if you use APFS, you will not have a bootable Recovery partition.
How can I reinstall the Yosemite installer?
If you live near an Apple Store/Authorized Service Center you can ask if they will reinstall it for you. Have you checked if the Yosemite purchase is hidden? To view hidden apps, choose Store > View My Account, enter your Apple ID and password, click View Account, and then click View Hidden Purchases.
What are the hardware requirements for OS X Yosemite?
Yosemite is not available on CD or DVD. Hardware requirements: Your Mac will need to meet certain processor, memory, and hard drive requirements to install Yosemite. Below are the models that can be upgraded: For a full list of hardware requirements, view the OS X Yosemite How to Upgrade page.
How long does it take to install OS X Yosemite?
The operating system takes 30 to 60 minutes to install, so now might be a good time to take a coffee break. When the install is finished, your Mac restarts itself. If you were reinstalling Yosemite on the hard disk that it was originally installed on, or upgrading from Mavericks, you’re done now.