> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://macosunraidguide.gitbook.io/untitled/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://macosunraidguide.gitbook.io/untitled/macos-install-using-unraid/requirements.md).

# Requirements

### Requirements

* Any computer running UnRAID Server OS (AMD *OR* Intel, as the OpenCore config settings and XML will work for both)
* A USB Flash Key larger than 1GB, no larger than 32GB (PS: It will need to be left inserted at all times, as this is required by UnRaid Server OS)
* [The Unraid Server OS USB Creator application to properly create your UnRaid Server USB key that your machine will be booted from every time.](https://unraid.net/download)
* A dedicated drive for the UnRaid Server OS (SSD?)
* One SATA controller that you don't mind having allocated to the Host OS, as it will be unusable by the VM.
* One USB controller that you don't mind having allocated to the Host OS, as it will be unusable by the VM.
* [A copy of the IORegistryExplorer application for macOS that can be obtained from here:](https://github.com/khronokernel/IORegistryClone)
* [A copy of the MacIASL application that can be obtained from here:](https://github.com/acidanthera/MaciASL)
* An ability to follow detailed instructions down to a meticulously accurate and minute level.
* An ability to stay extremely calm as you follow a lengthy set of instructions.
* An unbridled/unmatched zest for all things technological.

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