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Building a Sandy Bridge CustoMac: Buyer's Guide

Posted by tonymacx86 on Friday, November 18, 2011 Labels: Core i3, Core i5, Core i7, CustoMac, Lion, Mac, OS X, Sandy Bridge Comments: (62)

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Building a custom computer for Mac OS X can be a very rewarding experience, When you choose compatible hardware, the results can be astonishing. Based on our research, all of the components listed in this guide are compatible with Mac OS X. Included are bare bones builds and individual items through which you can design your own custom rig. All builds are fully compatible with UniBeast, have pre-edited DSDTs available in our DSDT Database, and are compatible with the CustomBeast Project.
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CustoMac Mini 2011

A lower power CustoMac mini-ITX build in a shoebox-sized case with integrated graphics and a dual-core CPU. Size and quietness makes it a great HTPC. Check out the full build post here.

CPU

Intel Core i3-2105

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! 2011 (76) " December (5) ! November (3)

Motherboard

Gigabyte GA-H67N-USB3-B3

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Alternate Motherboard

Gigabyte GA-H61N-USB3

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MultiBeast 4.1 Update " October (8) " September (9)

RAM

CORSAIR 8GB DDR3

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" August (6) " July (6)

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! June (5)

Case + Power Supply

APEX MI-008 MiniITX

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! May (8) ! April (7) ! March (8)

CustoMac Budget Build

A mATX midsized desktop build featuring budget-minded parts. Contains a dual-core CPU, mATX form factor, and integrated graphics.

! February (3) ! January (8) ! 2010 (54) ! 2009 (24)

CPU

Intel Core i3-2105

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Motherboard

Gigabyte GA-Z68MA-D2H-B3

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RAM

CORSAIR 8GB DDR3

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Power Supply

Corsair 430w

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CustoMac Pro Builds

These full sized ATX builds have quad-core CPUs, maxed out RAM, and lots of expandability. Well suited for any demanding uses. We've also included a high-end graphics card.

CPU

Intel Core i5-2500K

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Motherboard

Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3H-B3

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Graphics Card

AMD Radeon HD 6850

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iBoot + MultiBeast: Install Mac OS X on an Intel-based PC

Case

Corsair Carbide Series 400R

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Any OSx86 installation guide can seem dauntin at first glance, especially when trying to remember cryptic terminal commands and sorting t...

RAM

16GB Corsair 1600Mhz DDR3

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UniBeast: Install Mac OS X Lion Using an All In-One Bootable USB Drive

Introducing UniBeastour new tool to create a bootable USB drive from your Mac App Store

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Power Supply

Corsair 650watt

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purchased copy of Install Mac OS X Lion or Ap...

This specialized high-end build features a mSATA slot on the board, which you can actually use as a system drive if you get a compatible mSATA SSD.

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CPU

Intel Core i7-2600K

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Any OSx86 installation guide can seem daunting at first glance, especially when trying to remember cryptic terminal commands and sorting thr... Building a Sandy Bridge CustoMac: Buyer's Guide

Motherboard

Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD3

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Graphics Card

AMD Radeon HD 6870

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Building a custom computer for Mac OS X can be a very rewarding experience, When you choose compatible hardware, the results can be aston...

mSATA SSD

60GB OCZ Nocti Series SATA 3Gb/s

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Dual Boot Windows 7 and OS X Snow Leopar Using Chameleon

Case

Corsair Carbide Series 400R

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Using Chameleon as your bootloader, you ca boot an infinite amount of operating systems on your PC. It's simple to us a separate hard dri...

RAM

16GB Corsair 1600Mhz DDR3

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MultiBeast - The Ultimate Post-Installatio Utility Introducing my latest creation... MultiBeast an all-in-one post-installation tool designed to enable boot from hard drive, and install...

Power Supply

Corsair 650watt

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Operating System
The world's most advanced operating system is available at a bargain price. Purchase Mac OS X Lion via the Mac App Store, Apple.com, or any retail Apple Store location.

Mac OS X 10.6.8 Upda Today Apple released Mac OS X 10.6.8 the 8th (and final?) major update to Mac OS X Snow Leopard. To update for any supported CPU, we recom...

Mac OS X Lion Application

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Mac OS X Lion USB Thumb Drive

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Graphics Cards
One of the most important components in a custom build is the graphics card. If you're building a CustoMac, it's an especially tricky decision. Not only do you have to worry about what will be a good performer for the cost, but you also have to be informed what is fully supported, and what is not.

We're super excited about the new support for onboard Intel HD 3000 graphics in Lion introduced in Chimera 1.5 ! This means is that it's now... MultiBeast 4.2 Update

Today MultiBeast was updated to version 4.2 for Lion. The latest version is now available at tonymacx86.com/downloa...

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The following graphics card examples are all natively compatible with Mac OS X Lion without modifying drivers. Each gives a range of port options, install compatibility, and are known to work with minimal configuration. They may not be the most powerful or newest cards available, however they are undoubtedly smart and safe options. Be sure to check case dimensions before purchasing, as some higher end cards are very long. Please note that older cards may not be available, and that standard layout, or "reference design" cards are most compatible.

Hackintoshing a Sandy Bridge Laptop: HP Probook 4530s

People who know me know that I always recommend Apple laptops. I am convinced that they are the best laptops on the planet and worth eve...

NVIDIA GeForce 9400 GT

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NVIDIA GeForce 9500 GT

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NVIDIA GeForce 9600 GT

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Leopard
UniBeast (3)

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Update (13) SpeedStep (2)

Utilities (31) Video

Windows 7 (2) X58 (4) xMove (3)

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NVIDIA GeForce GT 210

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NVIDIA GeForce GT 220

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NVIDIA GeForce GT 240

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NVIDIA GeForce GTS 250 (NO HDMI) Amazon Newegg

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NVIDIA GeForce GTX 260

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NVIDIA GeForce GTX 275

Amazon

NVIDIA GeForce GTX 285

Amazon

NVIDIA GeForce GT 430

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NVIDIA GeForce GTS 450

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NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460

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NVIDIA GeForce GTX 470

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NVIDIA GeForce GTX 480

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NVIDIA Quadro FX 4000 Amazon

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for Mac

NVIDIA Quadro FX 4800 for Mac Amazon

ATI Radeon HD 5570

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ATI Radeon HD 5770

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ATI Radeon HD 5850

Amazon

ATI Radeon HD 5870

Amazon

AMD Radeon HD 6670

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AMD Radeon HD 6850

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AMD Radeon HD 6870

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Motherboards
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These Socket 1155 Z68 motherboards are all good choices with compatible audio, networking, and a range of port options.

Gigabyte GA-Z68A-D3H-B3

ATX, VGA, DVI, HDMI, USB 3.0

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Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H

mATX, VGA, DVI, HDMI

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Gigabyte GA-Z68MA-D2H-B3

mATX, VGA, DVI, HDMI, USB 3.0

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Gigabyte GA-Z68MX-UD2HB3

mATX, VGA, DVI, HDMI, DP, USB 3.0, eSATA,

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Gigabyte GA-Z68P-DS3

ATX, HDMI, eSATA

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Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3H-B3

ATX,VGA, DVI, HDMI, DP, USB 3.0

Amazon Newegg

Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD7-B3

ATX, No Onboard Video, USB 3.0, eSATA, 2x PCIe x16 Amazon Newegg

Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD3

ATX, HDMI, mSATA, USB 3.0, FireWire

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Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD3iSSD

ATX, HDMI, mSATA + SSD, USB 3.0, FireWire Amazon Newegg

Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD4

ATX, HDMI, USB 3.0, eSATA, FireWire

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Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5

ATX, HDMI USB 3.0, eSATA, FireWire

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CPUs
We recommend Sandy Bridge Socket 1155 CPUs with HD 3000 integrated graphics, even if getting a separate graphics card.

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Intel Core i3-2105 3.1Ghz 2 Cores / 4 Threads Amazon Newegg

Intel Core i3-2125 3.3Ghz

2 Cores / 4 Threads

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Intel Core i5-2405S 2.5Ghz

4 Cores / 4 Threads, Turbo

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Intel Core i5-2500K 3.3Ghz

4 Cores / 4 Threads, Turbo Unlocked for Overclocking

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Intel Core i7-2600K 3.4Ghz

4 Cores / 8 Threads, Turbo Unlocked for Overclocking

Amazon Newegg

Intel Core i7-2700K 3.5Ghz

4 Cores / 8 Threads, Turbo Unlocked for Overclocking

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Drives
Hard drives are unusually expensive right now, making SSDs a good bet for some users. If you have an older drive to use with your build, it would be wise to hold off for a month or two. Choose a 1TB or less hard drive if planning to use Chimera/Chameleon as your bootloader.

500GB

Hitachi Deskstar SATA 3Gb/s

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500GB

Seagate Barracuda SATA 6Gb/s

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1TB

Seagate Barracuda SATA 6Gb/s

Amazon Newegg

Corsair Force Series 3 60GB SATA 6Gb/s Amazon Newegg

120GB

Corsair Force Series 3 SATA 6Gb/s

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Corsair Force Series 3

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240GB

SATA 6Gb/s

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120GB

OCZ Agility 3 SATA 6Gb/s

Amazon

240GB

OCZ Agility 3 SATA 6Gb/s

Amazon

8GB

USB Flash Drive

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Optical Drive

Sony Optiarc

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Accessories
Apple Wired Keyboard Amazon

Apple Wireless Keyboard

Amazon

Apple Magic Trackpad

Amazon

Apple Magic Mouse

Amazon

Jabra A320S USB Bluetooth Adapter

Amazon

Mini-PCIe to PCI-e Adapter (For Native Wifi Card) Broadcom Mini-PCIe Card Not Included Amazon

Remember, when building your own rig, it's easy to get frustrated- don't give up! There are users with similar specs in the tonymacx86 Forum to help you out if you get stuck. Oh, and don't forget, if you end up buying anything, click through one of the links here. That way, you'll be supporting the site, as well as getting the best prices. Thanks in advance! Good luck, and let us know how it goes! -tonymacx86 & MacMan

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