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ls3mach · **OSX Install to 32GB Runcore -** 02-27-2009, 11:22 PM

I have read a bit about installing OSX, but haven't come across this possibility yet. I have a 32GB Runcore SSD. Can I pull it from my Mini 9 and use the Micro USB cable to have it show as a drive on another Windows XP computer, then install OSX directly to it? Is this possible? I would be using an OSX image ideally, but could make a DVD if necassary.

Thanks

klongwood · **Re: OSX Install to 32GB Runcore -** 02-27-2009, 11:29 PM

Interesting question. I am interested in hearing if this is possible. I just ordered a 16gb runcore (when it will actually ship I have no idea) and that could potentially make installation much easier.

louididdy · **Re: OSX Install to 32GB Runcore -** 02-28-2009, 12:23 AM

I dont know about doing this with a PC, but I installed OSX onto my 64GB Runcore by connecting it to my mac mini via USB. I then set it up and customized it as I wanted and when I was done I popped it into my DellMini9 and booted with v7.7 and the ran DellEFI 1.04 to update and everything is golden.

bluelaser · **Re: OSX Install to 32GB Runcore -** 02-28-2009, 01:42 AM

You will need a Mac to do it. The SSD has to be formatted in the Mac OS extended partition that is only possible using Disk Util on the Mac. Search the forum, there are threads by people who have done that.

ls3mach · **Re: OSX Install to 32GB Runcore -** 02-28-2009, 07:31 PM

I don't have access to a Mac.

louididdy · **Re: OSX Install to 32GB Runcore -** 03-02-2009, 04:36 PM

Just go to an Apple store with your Runcore and OSX Disc and do it while no one is watching. Be very discreet.

bamf · **Re: OSX Install to 32GB Runcore -** 03-02-2009, 04:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by louididdy

Just go to an Apple store with your Runcore and OSX Disc and do it while no one is watching. Be very discreet.

LOL. Good luck there... :P

sykosis · **Re: OSX Install to 32GB Runcore -** 03-13-2009, 12:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by louididdy

I dont know about doing this with a PC, but I installed OSX onto my 64GB Runcore by connecting it to my mac mini via USB. I then set it up and customized it as I wanted and when I was done I popped it into my DellMini9 and booted with v7.7 and the ran DellEFI 1.04 to update and everything is golden.

I just got my mini and did the same thing... connected the runcore and installed osx and updated. I prepped the boot usb drive but for some reason nothing is booting. I am getting an Error Media test failure and Operating System not found..

anyone have an idea on what i should do?

meklort · **Re: OSX Install to 32GB Runcore -** 03-13-2009, 12:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sykosis

Quote:

Originally Posted by louididdy

I dont know about doing this with a PC, but I installed OSX onto my 64GB Runcore by connecting it to my mac mini via USB. I then set it up and customized it as I wanted and when I was done I popped it into my DellMini9 and booted with v7.7 and the ran DellEFI 1.04 to update and everything is golden.

I just got my mini and did the same thing... connected the runcore and installed osx and updated. I prepped the boot usb drive but for some reason nothing is booting. I am getting an Error Media test failure and Operating System not found..

anyone have an idea on what i should do?

The media test error is because its trying to boot off of the network aka pxe boot (PXE - pre(boot) execution envitronment). Make sure you have legacy usb support enabled.

sykosis · **Re: OSX Install to 32GB Runcore -** 03-13-2009, 12:34 AM

The media test error is because its trying to boot off of the network aka pxe boot (PXE - pre(boot) execution envitronment). Make sure you have legacy usb support enabled.[/quote]

I do have the legacy usb support enabled.

any other suggestions?

the usb wake support is disabled

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klongwood Senior Member Posts: 122 Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Portland, OR	Re: OSX Install to 32GB Runcore - 02-27-2009, 11:29 PM Interesting question. I am interested in hearing if this is possible. I just ordered a 16gb runcore (when it will actually ship I have no idea) and that could potentially make installation much easier.

bluelaser Junior Member Posts: 4 Join Date: Feb 2009	Re: OSX Install to 32GB Runcore - 02-28-2009, 01:42 AM You will need a Mac to do it. The SSD has to be formatted in the Mac OS extended partition that is only possible using Disk Util on the Mac. Search the forum, there are threads by people who have done that.

ls3mach Member Posts: 97 Join Date: Dec 2008	Re: OSX Install to 32GB Runcore - 02-28-2009, 07:31 PM I don't have access to a Mac.

louididdy Senior Member Posts: 159 Join Date: Jan 2009	Re: OSX Install to 32GB Runcore - 03-02-2009, 04:36 PM Just go to an Apple store with your Runcore and OSX Disc and do it while no one is watching. Be very discreet. DM9 \| 64GB Runcore SSD \| 2GB RAM \| BIOS A03 (USB LEGACY OFF, USB WAKE OFF, BT OFF) OSX 10.6.4

sykosis Junior Member Posts: 7 Join Date: Feb 2009	Re: OSX Install to 32GB Runcore - 03-13-2009, 12:34 AM The media test error is because its trying to boot off of the network aka pxe boot (PXE - pre(boot) execution envitronment). Make sure you have legacy usb support enabled.[/quote] I do have the legacy usb support enabled. any other suggestions? the usb wake support is disabled

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