On Nov 15, 2010, at 9:48 AM, Tina K. wrote: > On 2010/11/15 09:04, Bruce Johnson so eloquently wrote: >> the only Intel systems that ARE NOT supported for 64-bits are the original >> CoreDuo Intel iMacs. > > Not to be nit-picky but wouldn't the CoreSolo and CoreDuo Mac Minis fall into > the same category?
Picky picky picky 8-P Yes, there are those as well. Any Mac with a Core processor that isn't a Core 2 will not run 64-bit OS X. That said there are no Mac Pros like that. Bac to ds's original post, it seems clear that the 64-bit restriction on MacPros is only in software: see: <http://www.ahatfullofsky.comuv.com/English/Programs/SMS/SMS.html> Also this excellent site offers a simple workaround, since a 32-bit EFI firmware system can boot a 64-bit kernel without issues: <http://netkas.org/?p=127> Editing one plist file may be all that's needed to boot an original Mac Pro in 64-bit mode... -- Bruce Johnson University of Arizona College of Pharmacy Information Technology Group Institutions do not have opinions, merely customs -- You received this message because you are a member of G-Group, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to [email protected] For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list
