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How to Enable Atheros WiFi on macOS [Clover/OpenCore]
By following this guide, you'll be able to enable Atheros WiFi on macOS using Clover or OpenCore Bootloader.
Overview
Back in the day, Apple used Atheros based WiFi Cards in its Mac lineups but Apple dropped the support for Atheros based WiFi Cards with the release of macOS Mojave. However, it is still possible to use the compatible Atheros based Cards on new macOS versions (up to Big Sur). Note that this is not the ideal solution and we recommend you to install a compatible WiFi/BT Card for full functionality.
Compatibility
Refer to the thread linked below for more information on Atheros WiFi compatibility.
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Requirements
STEP 1: Add Required Kext
To enable the WiFi support, you'll need to add
1. Download HS80211Family and AirPortAtheros40 from the downloads section of this forum.
2. Mount your ESP.
For Clover:
If you're using Clover, copy both the kexts to
For OpenCore:
If you're using OpenCore, copy both the kexts to
STEP 2: Restart your System
After performing all the above steps, restart your system for the applied changes to take effect.
You can see a WiFi icon in the menu bar now. If not, you can enable it from System Preferences>Network>WiFi>Show Wi-Fi status in the menu bar.
By following this guide, you'll be able to enable Atheros WiFi on macOS using Clover or OpenCore Bootloader.
Overview
Back in the day, Apple used Atheros based WiFi Cards in its Mac lineups but Apple dropped the support for Atheros based WiFi Cards with the release of macOS Mojave. However, it is still possible to use the compatible Atheros based Cards on new macOS versions (up to Big Sur). Note that this is not the ideal solution and we recommend you to install a compatible WiFi/BT Card for full functionality.
Compatibility
Refer to the thread linked below for more information on Atheros WiFi compatibility.
WiFi Compatibility List for OS X and macOS [Broadcom, Atheros, Intel and Realtek]
WiFi Compatibility List for OS X and macOS [Broadcom, Atheros, Intel and Realtek] Following are the list of compatible and non-compatible WiFi models for Mac. For Broadcom https://www.elitemacx86.com/threads/how-to-enable-broadcom-wifi.606/ For Atheros...
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Requirements
| WiFi Hardware | Compatible Atheros WiFi |
| Network Kexts | Original Network kexts in S/L/E |
| macOS Version | macOS High Sierra and Later |
STEP 1: Add Required Kext
To enable the WiFi support, you'll need to add
HS80211Family.kext and one of the AirPortAtheros40.kext. These two kexts are needed together to work in conjunction in order to enable the WiFi.1. Download HS80211Family and AirPortAtheros40 from the downloads section of this forum.
2. Mount your ESP.
For Clover:
If you're using Clover, copy both the kexts to
EFI/Clover/Kext/OthersFor OpenCore:
If you're using OpenCore, copy both the kexts to
EFI/OC/Kexts. You'll also need to add the kext entries in the Kernel section of your config.plist.NOTES:
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STEP 2: Restart your System
After performing all the above steps, restart your system for the applied changes to take effect.
You can see a WiFi icon in the menu bar now. If not, you can enable it from System Preferences>Network>WiFi>Show Wi-Fi status in the menu bar.
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