Hackintosh Sleep/Wake Issue Troubleshooting Guide

To troubleshoot the issue of your Hackintosh crashing when waking up from sleep, follow these steps:

1. Check Hardware Compatibility:

   • Ensure that all your hardware components, including CPU, GPU, and motherboard, are compatible with macOS and Hackintosh setups.

2. Update Kexts and Drivers:

   • Make sure you have the latest versions of essential Hackintosh kexts (kernel extensions) installed, especially those related to graphics (e.g., Lilu, WhateverGreen) and power management (e.g., VirtualSMC, ACPIBatteryManager).

3. Check BIOS/UEFI Settings:

   • Access your BIOS/UEFI settings and verify that the settings related to power management, CPU states (e.g., C-states), and ACPI are configured correctly. Ensure that any power-saving features are compatible with macOS.

4. Verify Config.plist Settings:

   • Review your OpenCore or Clover config.plist settings and ensure that they are properly configured for your hardware. Pay attention to settings related to ACPI, power management, and device properties.

5. Test with Different SMBIOS:

   • Experiment with different SMBIOS profiles to see if changing the system definition helps resolve the issue. Try selecting a Mac model with similar hardware characteristics to your Hackintosh.

6. Disable Hardware Acceleration:

   • Temporarily disable hardware acceleration features, such as GPU acceleration, to see if they are causing conflicts with sleep/wake functionality. You can disable GPU acceleration by injecting a compatible framebuffer or using boot arguments to disable GPU drivers temporarily.

7. Reset NVRAM:

   • Reset the NVRAM (Non-Volatile Random-Access Memory) on your Hackintosh by pressing the appropriate key combination during startup (usually Command + Option + P + R). This can sometimes resolve issues related to system settings and configurations.

8. Check System Logs:

   • Review system logs using the Console app to identify any error messages or warnings related to the sleep/wake process. Look for kernel panic reports or entries that indicate hardware or driver issues.

9. Test Without Extra Peripherals:

   • Disconnect any external peripherals (such as USB devices, monitors, or audio interfaces) from your Hackintosh and test the sleep/wake functionality again. Sometimes, incompatible peripherals can cause issues with system stability.

10. Community Support and Forums:

    • Seek assistance from Hackintosh community forums, such as InsanelyMac or Reddit's Hackintosh subreddit, where experienced users can provide further guidance and troubleshooting tips based on your specific hardware configuration.

By following these steps and systematically troubleshooting the issue, you can hopefully resolve the problem of your Hackintosh crashing when waking up from sleep.