[Guide & Software] A Recipe for Delicious Leopard Soup - Now with Vanilla Flavor!

[kai920]

Does it have to be GUID for the drive I have cloned to? This is what I see:

 

/dev/disk3

#: TYPE NAME SIZE IDENTIFIER

0: FDisk_partition_scheme *74.6 Gi disk3

1: Apple_HFS 80G 74.6 Gi disk3s1

 

I already installed Chameleon to this drive but I don't see the extra partition...

[sup3r1or]

Weaksauce12

 

Some time ago you said you was testing it on a new board that have ALC889A codec.

 

This is the one I use and the front jack microphone is not working:( I need to use it for skype because on the back of the board is only 7.1 outputs and speakers jack.

 

There is no microphone jack there, but on the front it is not working with the kexts I tried already:(

[dci693]

Does it have to be GUID for the drive I have cloned to? This is what I see:

 

/dev/disk3

#: TYPE NAME SIZE IDENTIFIER

0: FDisk_partition_scheme *74.6 Gi disk3

1: Apple_HFS 80G 74.6 Gi disk3s1

 

I already installed Chameleon to this drive but I don't see the extra partition...

Does look like Chameleon is on the drive. If the total space is 74.6Gb, then there's no place for it to go, since your HFS partition is exactly that same size. Try installing it again. I assume you didn't get any error messages.

[kai920]

no error mgs and I installed twice. the installer mentioned MBR is supported tho so don't understand what is wrong.<br /><br />I've already taken out (and sold¡) my 7800gtx and am on the wayto get the 9800gtx+ literally as I type this on my phone.<br /><br />

 

ps. are you saying I shd downsize my partition so that chameleon can fit?

 

<br />Does look like Chameleon is on the drive. If the total space is 74.6Gb, then there's no place for it to go, since your HFS partition is exactly that same size. Try installing it again. I assume you didn't get any error messages.<br />

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[dci693]

ps. are you saying I shd downsize my partition so that chameleon can fit?

No, that's not necessary. I've never needed to. From what I can see, the Chameleon program does that automatically. I don't know what could be the issue here. Sorry.

[kai920]

No prob.. thanks for replying

 

just picked up an inno3d 9800gtx+, hopefully I won't need to call upon the backup...

 

<br />No, that's not necessary. I've never needed to. From what I can see, the Chameleon program does that automatically. I don't know what could be the issue here. Sorry. <img src="style_emoticons/default/sad.gif" style="vertical-align:middle" emoid="" border="0" alt="sad.gif" /><br />

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[Sakamura]

If the script is still there then it hasn't completed - my guess is that this script is what's hanging the system with the spinning wheel. I'm no expert with OS X, but I'd also guess the system won't boot normally until this script runs and completes. As I recall, the script loads dsmos.kext as it completes and once it does finish, the sysem reboots - the script and the installatstartup directory are gone.

 

 

I'd suggest booting into single user and verify that dsmos.kext is in the extentions directory (I assume it is but it's worth checking) - the assumption is that even if the script is right, if the file isn't there you'd probably still get the spinning wheel.

 

If it's there, then I'd try running the script manually and see what happens. It should execute as is, but you may wish to chmod it to something like 755. At worst, you're at the same place as before, but perhaps you get a better idea of what the issue is with the script as it runs. At best, the script completes and all is well.

 

As a last resort, you might try editing the script to remove those last lines (including loading dsmos). It looks like it mostly just kills/replaces files, so if it can do that, then you might try just deleting or moving the installatstartup folder and script once it's done it's done what it needs to do. I have no clue what the end result would be - but as a last resort vs installing from scratch...

 

Thanks for the reply you were right to my horror the entire /System/Library/Extensions was just not there at all - nothing (even though I checked after I ran the tutorial script). I didn't see much point in running the 1 script manually if dsmos was not there but no harm either so I did and was not surprised there were lots of 'no such file or directory' errors. Then I edited the script removing the dsmos line and still got the spinning apple. Then I deleted the next line /usr/libexec/oah/translate -installOAH to no effect. Then with nothing to loose I deleted the next few lines sequentially and still got the spinning apple. However the installatstartup script disappeared the extensions folder reappeared but wont let me in (says no such directory) and I still cannot get in to the system.

 

It's not just a hackintosh problem people with Vanilla Macs are complaining it C4'd their systems, Apple has just messed up this update.

[admezor]

It's not just a hackintosh problem people with Vanilla Macs are complaining it C4'd their systems, Apple has just messed up this update.

 

Ouch

 

You can try booting from the install dvd and open a terminal to access your hd - you should be able to get a better idea of what's going on with directories/files/permissions etc. (Your OSX partition is mounted in /Volumes if you boot from the dvd)

 

You can also try repairing the disk and repairing permissions from disk utility on the dvd - maybe that sorts out the issues, maybe not.

 

And you can try doing a repair installation. I haven't tried this on a hackintosh, but you should be able to start the install as normal, but skip going to disk utility to prep the disk. Just select you existing startup disk and install as normal. This should be a non-destructive install, so apps/data should still be there, similar to doing a repiar install in XP or most Linux. At worst you lose some time, though I have no clue if this will sort out your existing 10.5.5 mess. Worth a shot before going to a clean install.

[Sakamura]

Ouch

 

You can try booting from the install dvd and open a terminal to access your hd - you should be able to get a better idea of what's going on with directories/files/permissions etc. (Your OSX partition is mounted in /Volumes if you boot from the dvd)

 

You can also try repairing the disk and repairing permissions from disk utility on the dvd - maybe that sorts out the issues, maybe not.

And you can try doing a repair installation.

 

Thanks for your reply Admezor I really appreciate it. I booted from the DVD and did not find anything new with the terminal. A repair permissions came up with a lot of errors which it fixed most of but not the system\library\extension one (why does it say it had repaired it when it has not?). The disk seems OK.

I agree that a repair install does stand a fair chance of getting some sort of OSX installation running but not the 'near vanilla' 10.5.5 one I want. All my data and apps are backed up (or I would not have done it) so a wipe and reinstall is now inevitable. I will wait until a less hit or miss method becomes available be it a proper update guide or the new boot 123 method. As this update seems to be so badly done it is trashing off the shelf MacBooks randomly I would not be surprised if Apple themselves helped us out with a better release.

 

P.S. You are really good at providing intelligible instructions, I am sure it will help many other people . I put some of the other 'this is how to fix it' posts through Rot 13 and they still did not make any sense .

[admezor]

Thanks for your reply Admezor I really appreciate it. I booted from the DVD and did not find anything new with the terminal. A repair permissions came up with a lot of errors which it fixed most of but not the system\library\extension one (why does it say it had repaired it when it has not?). The disk seems OK.

I agree that a repair install does stand a fair chance of getting some sort of OSX installation running but not the 'near vanilla' 10.5.5 one I want. All my data and apps are backed up (or I would not have done it) so a wipe and reinstall is now inevitable. I will wait until a less hit or miss method becomes available be it a proper update guide or the new boot 123 method. As this update seems to be so badly done it is trashing off the shelf MacBooks randomly I would not be surprised if Apple themselves helped us out with a better release.

 

P.S. You are really good at providing intelligible instructions, I am sure it will help many other people . I put some of the other 'this is how to fix it' posts through Rot 13 and they still did not make any sense .

 

A clean install probably is the best option, but I'd still (if it were my system) be curious to see what the results of the repair install would be and then the non-combo 10.5.5 update dl'd from the Apple site - chances are I'm content as-is. If not, it's just some time spent laughing at myself and wishful thinking then moving on.

 

I haven't checked the progress of Boot123 in a while, but for now, the idea of switching disks or hanging a usb flash drive from my notebook is more inconvenience than solution for me. Both of my hack boxes are pretty much vanilla other than the boot loader (Chameleon) and some specific hardware drivers (audio/lan). If I were to start over, I'd definitely consider it on my desktop (I'd even slap an Apple logo sticker on the inside of the case as an 'Apple labeled' EULA happy system

 

Sorry we didn't get this sorted out for your wife - on the upside maybe now she'll agree to a new MacHackPro

 

P.S. Thanks and the same to you.

[swilso]

I didn't think with the Boot 132 method that you had to leave a USB in the computer? According to this, for this threads specific motherboard (i.e. GA-P35-DS3L) http://forum.insanelymac.com/index.php?showtopic=117834 You don't need to leave the disc or anything in. Not from what I was paying attention to when I read it.

I am contemplating whether to use that guide for boot132 or this (weaksauce) guide.

[weaksauce12]

I didn't think with the Boot 132 method that you had to leave a USB in the computer? According to this, for this threads specific motherboard (i.e. GA-P35-DS3L) http://forum.insanelymac.com/index.php?showtopic=117834 You don't need to leave the disc or anything in. Not from what I was paying attention to when I read it.

I am contemplating whether to use that guide for boot132 or this (weaksauce) guide.

 

I'd give that Boot-132 tutorial a shot. I'm having some difficulties with Boot-132 and I don't think I'll be pursuing it as a separate guide anymore, so just use cyberbuddhah's great tutorial over there! Also the 10.5.5 update has been messy...switching to the Boot-132 system will be much easier for downloading updates, I think it only requires an audio-reinstallation since that's the only thing that can't be preloaded onto Boot-132 at the moment for the DS3L.

[swilso]

I'd give that Boot-132 tutorial a shot. I'm having some difficulties with Boot-132 and I don't think I'll be pursuing it as a separate guide anymore, so just use cyberbuddhah's great tutorial over there! Also the 10.5.5 update has been messy...switching to the Boot-132 system will be much easier for downloading updates, I think it only requires an audio-reinstallation since that's the only thing that can't be preloaded onto Boot-132 at the moment for the DS3L.

 

 

Thanks for the suggestion. I might give it a go and see how it goes. Always have this great guide to come back to if boot132 is too fiddly.

Does anyone know if the Asus WL-138G V2 PCI-Wireless card works fine in 10.5.5?? Supposedly it is recognised as airport without any drivers/kexts just by plugging it in, so I assume it is fine with our motherboards and on 10.5.5?

[paulhenta]

Thanks to Weeksauce, I have now a perfect install even if I am using an EP-35-DS3L.

 

I have a question for which I did not find a satisfying answer in the forums. I have another sata (unplugged for the moment in my pc) drive that already contains my vista install. And I Would also like to have the choice boot on it. I am currently using Chameleon as my bootloader. Does anyone know how to do to or does anyone know a place where to find the information.

 

Thanks

[weaksauce12]

Thanks to Weeksauce, I have now a perfect install even if I am using an EP-35-DS3L.

 

I have a question for which I did not find a satisfying answer in the forums. I have another sata (unplugged for the moment in my pc) drive that already contains my vista install. And I Would also like to have the choice boot on it. I am currently using Chameleon as my bootloader. Does anyone know how to do to or does anyone know a place where to find the information.

 

Thanks

 

Just hit F12 in the BIOS POST screen, it will let you choose which drive to boot from. Super easy + no software to install

 

What BIOS are you running btw?

 

 

Thanks for the suggestion. I might give it a go and see how it goes. Always have this great guide to come back to if boot132 is too fiddly.

Does anyone know if the Asus WL-138G V2 PCI-Wireless card works fine in 10.5.5?? Supposedly it is recognised as airport without any drivers/kexts just by plugging it in, so I assume it is fine with our motherboards and on 10.5.5?

 

Haven't tried it myself. I have an Encore 802.11n Wifi card, it works pretty well. Only quirk is that it shows up as an Ethernet port and requires a 3rd-party Ralink driver to configure, so it doesn't show up as a native Airport...but the performance (and price) is so good I don't care!

[snowbord]

hey weaksauce, I've used your guide to install OSX onto a GA-P35-S3G. Works a charm, difference being the audio drivers, thats it.. here's my guide;

 

http://forum.insanelymac.com/index.php?sho...mp;#entry856502

 

Anywho.. boot132 may be all well and good but I've got a dual boot single HD MBR partitioned OSX and XP set-up, Darwin bootloader via Chameleon..

 

From what I've read boot132 is GUID only so that would totally break a sweet install I've got set up.. plus my DVD rom is IDE not SATA.. again, boot132 supposedly chokes.

 

If pos keep at this install as it is gold, I'll be testing the waters with the 1.5.5 install shortly.

 

btw, I noticed something about the kext framework changing in cyberbuddhah's post. Should we still just backup the 1.5.4 kexts and then restore them after the 1.5.5 update? Have you tried using cyberbuddhah's 1.5.5 kexts?

 

n1 and keep it up - you have made one very skint man very happy (my bro, absolute computer n00b desperate to do video editing).

 

maximum respect,

snowbord

[weaksauce12]

Off topic, I just finished my latest guide: (link in sig as well)

 

http://www.scribd.com/doc/6355165/iPhone-Jailbreaking-Guide

 

How to jailbreak your EDGE or 3G iPhone with the 2.1 Firmware. This allows you to install Installer.app, Cydia, and cracked AppStore programs. Very easy to do and can be restored to stock firmware via iTunes if desired. Cheers!

[SisXtian]

First off, let me say that I am ecstatic that someone has taken the time to write such a helpful guide. Thank you!!! For the first time since my OSx86 install, I can hear audio!!

 

Now for the bad news. I didn't originally use your guide to do my install. I used iATKOS v2.0i Leopard 10.5.2. It was the only one I could find at the time that actually managed to work smoothly. But from the beginning, it's given me a kernel panic whenever more than 2GB is saved out (like exporting video in Quicktime Pro). It's not that it has a problem with large files. I don't know if I need a new kext for the IDE controller or what. I tried Dune's AppleIntelPIIXATA kext driver and it didn't solve the problem. I also tried Slashack's AppleVIAATA driver and that didn't solve it either. This panic does NOT show up when I transfer to an external firewire drive, though. I've transferred over 500GB to that drive in OSX. It's only when files are utilized by my OSX system drive (maybe memory or HDD issue?). Here are my hardware specs in hopes that someone can offer a suggestion for what I need to update.

 

iATKOS v2.0i Leopard 10.5.2

 

GA-P35-DS3L Mobo

8GB RAM (4x2GB DDR2 800ghz)

Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600 2.4ghz processor

NVidia quadro FX 370

30GB Western Digital IDE Master HDD (running OSX)

80GB Seagate Barracuda 7200.10 IDE Slave HDD (running Windows XP)

Intel ICH9 Serial ATA storage controller

 

As a last resort, I can scrap the install and start over using your guide. But I'm hoping to not have to spend the time and do that if it's just a kext that I need to update.

 

Let me know if there's any other info needed. Thanks for any help.

[weaksauce12]

First off, let me say that I am ecstatic that someone has taken the time to write such a helpful guide. Thank you!!! For the first time since my OSx86 install, I can hear audio!!

 

Now for the bad news. I didn't originally use your guide to do my install. I used iATKOS v2.0i Leopard 10.5.2. It was the only one I could find at the time that actually managed to work smoothly. But from the beginning, it's given me a kernel panic whenever more than 2GB is saved out (like exporting video in Quicktime Pro). It's not that it has a problem with large files. I don't know if I need a new kext for the IDE controller or what. I tried Dune's AppleIntelPIIXATA kext driver and it didn't solve the problem. I also tried Slashack's AppleVIAATA driver and that didn't solve it either. This panic does NOT show up when I transfer to an external firewire drive, though. I've transferred over 500GB to that drive in OSX. It's only when files are utilized by my OSX system drive (maybe memory or HDD issue?). Here are my hardware specs in hopes that someone can offer a suggestion for what I need to update.

 

After much testing with multiple users, it was determined that IDE was causing the kernel panics and other issues with the DS3L board. Disable the IDE controller in BIOS and get rid of the IDE drive. Alternatively, get an IDE-to-SATA adapter or put the drive in a USB controller. Newegg has 160gb 7200rpm SATA hard drives for $42, so it's pretty economical to get a new drive too. That should solve your problems.

[Adamantium]

Hi weaksauce12, thankyou so much for the guide it helped so much! This is the first time i've ever done this, your guide made it very simple.

 

After installing vanilla kernel in 10.5.4, my system went into a reboot loop unless I started it with "sleepkernel", it then booted fine and in About this Mac it shows up as 10.5.4. If I reboot it attempts to use vanilla again, is there a way to 'force' it to use sleepkernel option every time?

 

(I have a different motherboard than the one your guide was for, but following it seemed to work, bios options were all very similar).

 

nm found it:

http://forum.insanelymac.com/index.php?showtopic=110351

[weaksauce12]

Hi weaksauce12, thankyou so much for the guide it helped so much! This is the first time i've ever done this, your guide made it very simple.

 

After installing vanilla kernel in 10.5.4, my system went into a reboot loop unless I started it with "sleepkernel", it then booted fine and in About this Mac it shows up as 10.5.4. If I reboot it attempts to use vanilla again, is there a way to 'force' it to use sleepkernel option every time?

 

(I have a different motherboard than the one your guide was for, but following it seemed to work, bios options were all very similar).

 

Which motherboard do you have? There may be a specific guide for your motherboard available that address that issue. The annoying thing is that there are differences even between board revisions...the P35-DS3L and EP35-DS3L handle things differently and have different issues even though the EP35 is just an upgrade to the P35. Weird but whatever.

[Adamantium]

Thanks for the reply weaksauce, I followed this thread and changed it to start modbin kernel, http://forum.insanelymac.com/index.php?showtopic=110351

Seems to be working good so far!

 

Thanks again, without people like you I would be stuck using Vista

[SisXtian]

After much testing with multiple users, it was determined that IDE was causing the kernel panics and other issues with the DS3L board. Disable the IDE controller in BIOS and get rid of the IDE drive. Alternatively, get an IDE-to-SATA adapter or put the drive in a USB controller. Newegg has 160gb 7200rpm SATA hard drives for $42, so it's pretty economical to get a new drive too. That should solve your problems.

 

Thank you for the prompt and oh-so-helpful response. I really needed to hear that from someone who knows what they're talking about. I actually have a IDE-to-SATA adapter, so I'm going to try that when I have a spare moment before buying a new drive. If this works, I will be SO happy!

[paulhenta]

Ok, I will ask the question... I have succesfully used this guide to install leopard up to 10.5.4 and it is perfectly working 100%. And also perform a proper backup thanks to super duper guide in this tutorial.

 

Is there a safe complement to this guide to install the 10.5.5 update on this board?

 

My board is is a gigabyte EP35-DS3L, Bios F5

 

Thank you.

[aspot]

Any official guide for updating to 10.5.5? I figure its not the biggest deal to update..i would hate to fudge things up on my system if update doesnt work for everyone... any advice?