ASUS ROG STRIX Z390-I Gaming Motherboard specs

[pbryanw]

Which version of Clover? TIA

Hi, I'm using Clover v3722 (EDIT: r4722). However, I think I've found out why audio started working for me. I've been messing around with framebuffer patching, using this guide, trying to get my UHD 630 iGPU recognised.

However, after changing the ig-platform-id for it (under Devices in config.plist - see attached pic for edits in Xcode):

<key>Properties</key>
<dict>
     <key>PciRoot(0x0)/Pci(0x2,0x0)</key>
     <dict>
           <key>AAPL,ig-platform-id</key>
           <data>AwCRPg==</data>
      </dict>
</dict>

Along with using an iMac18,1 SMBIOS, and layout-id 1 in config.plist, my internal sound showed up in macOS. I don't know why this works (perhaps someone else could explain why?), but it has for me.

 

[mrclassicrecord]

Hi, I've just upgraded to an ASUS Prime Z390-A Motherboard & 9600K CPU combo.

I've also managed to get the S1220A audio working on it. Thanks to toleda's post here

EDIT/UPDATE: For some reason, inserting this ig-platform-id, along with layout-id 1, in config.plist (under Devices), got sound working for me :

<key>Properties</key>
<dict>
    <key>PciRoot(0x0)/Pci(0x2,0x0)</key>
    <dict>
          <key>AAPL,ig-platform-id</key>
          <data>AwCRPg==</data>
     </dict>
</dict>

I was also using the latest AppleALC.kext. UPDATE: SMBIOS was set to iMac18,1 as well...

Great news! I have the ASUS ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO Z390 1151, i7-8700K & Vega FE and can't get Audio working. My Config.plist doesn't have "Properties" nor "PCI" in it. I used MultiBeast to apply AppleALC, but still can't get native audio. Where do we insert the value to change the config,plist to your values.

 

[NZRichard]

Hi, I'm using Clover v3722.

Just so we are clear, that would be the Clover_v2.4k_r4722 - download from sourceforge.com, right?

 

[pbryanw]

Just so we are clear, that would be the Clover_v2.4k_r4722 - download from sourceforge.com, right?

@NZRichard - Hi, just to confirm, I'm using Clover_v2.4k_r4722 downloaded from sourceforge.com - apologies for my mistake.

I used MultiBeast to apply AppleALC, but still can't get native audio. Where do we insert the value to change the config,plist to your values.

@mrclassicrecord - Hi, I've set CPU graphics as the primary display in my BIOS, and don't know if this will work if PCI-E is set as primary. So, caveats apply, as I've only tested this on my PC which has an Asus Prime Z390-A motherboard.

I just needed to enter this Devices section in my config.plist to get it working (along with having AppleALC.kext in kexts/Other):

<key>Devices</key>
<dict>
     <key>Audio</key>
     <dict>
          <key>Inject</key>
          <integer>1</integer>
     </dict>
     <key>Properties</key>
     <dict>
          <key>PciRoot(0x0)/Pci(0x2,0x0)</key>
          <dict>
              <key>AAPL,ig-platform-id</key>
              <data>AwCRPg==</data>
          </dict>
      </dict>
</dict>

And, as yet, I don't know why this should work?

 

[DarkArchangel]

Good evening,

I been keeping an eye at this thread since i am planning to built my first Hackintosh. I was wondering how long those it take apple to update their support for the new chip set. I am planning my built using these 3 main components.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07HCXT591/?tag=tonymacx86com-20

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0782PSHJ3/?tag=tonymacx86com-20

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07598VZR8/?tag=tonymacx86com-20

 

[NZRichard]

I was wondering how long those it take apple to update their support for the new chip set.

May be a long wait. As for your components, you may find it easier to build with a 8th Gen. ASUS Z370 board (Z370-A works well), which is a match for your 8th Gen. CPU choice.

If you are firm on the Z390 mobo be prepared for some frustration. One of the problems that Z390 builders report is that system will not restart or shutdown. Why is this a problem? Well, during the installation process your system needs to restart several times, meaning you will have to manually power down the system and restart each time the display freezes instead of automatically restarting. Audio seems to be a challenge also.

Then again, you may have no problems whatever.

 

[lxcid]

Great news! I have the ASUS ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO Z390 1151, i7-8700K & Vega FE and can't get Audio working. My Config.plist doesn't have "Properties" nor "PCI" in it. I used MultiBeast to apply AppleALC, but still can't get native audio. Where do we insert the value to change the config,plist to your values.

Hi Sir, would you mind sharing your EFI? I have a similar motherboard but Extreme. I facing freezing at 2 minute issue when fresh installing Mojave. Do you have any tips?

 

[NZRichard]

Hi Sir, would you mind sharing your EFI? I have a similar motherboard but Extreme. I facing freezing at 2 minute issue when fresh installing mojave. Do you have any tips?

Yes, this happens with the Z390 because the system will not restart automatically. Best fix may be to manually power system down and restart each time it freezes until you have setup Mojave on your internal drive. Install the latest Clover_v2.4k_r4722 from sourceforge.com and check this thread to configure NVRAM, which seems to solve the shutdown/restart and sleep problems.

 

[DarkArchangel]

May be a long wait. As for your components, you may find it easier to build with a 8th Gen. ASUS Z370 board (Z370-A works well), which is a match for your 8th Gen. CPU choice.

If you are firm on the Z390 mobo be prepared for some frustration. One of the problems that Z390 builders report is that system will not restart or shutdown. Why is this a problem? Well, during the installation process your system needs to restart several times, meaning you will have to manually power down the system and restart each time the display freezes instead of automatically restarting. Audio seems to be a challenge also.

Then again, you may have no problems whatever.

I am in no rush. I am starting to get ready to order all the parts i need. I just want to have options available since I9 processors are hard to find and most of the time are over price. This board will give me the option to upgrade my CPU without having to switch the board. Also this is going to be a dual boot system with 2 Samsung 960 eve series 500GB NVM3 M.2 internal SSD one for OSX and one for Windows.

 

[toleda]

I used MultiBeast to apply AppleALC, but still can't get native audio

MultiBeast 10.4/AppleALC version supports High Sierra, does not support Mojave
See Mojave AppleHDA Audio