HeliPort

HeliPort

by OpenIntelWireless
Utilities Intel

Intel WiFi management GUI for Hackintosh - companion app for itlwm kext

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HeliPort

Note

This is a utility tool, NOT a kext. It does not need to be installed in your EFI.

HeliPort is a macOS menu bar application for managing Intel WiFi connections on Hackintosh systems. It provides a native-like WiFi management interface when using the itlwm kext.

Overview

The itlwm kext creates a virtual network interface for Intel WiFi, but doesn’t provide a native WiFi menu bar interface. HeliPort fills this gap by providing a familiar WiFi management UI in the macOS menu bar, similar to what real Macs have.

Features

  • WiFi Scanning: Scan for available WiFi networks
  • Network Management: Connect, disconnect, and manage WiFi networks
  • Signal Strength: Display signal strength for available networks
  • Auto-Connect: Automatically connect to known networks
  • Menu Bar Interface: Native macOS menu bar integration

Installation

  1. Download the latest release from GitHub
  2. Open the downloaded DMG file
  3. Drag HeliPort to your Applications folder
  4. Launch HeliPort — it will appear in your menu bar

Requirements

  • itlwm kext must be installed and loaded
  • macOS 10.14 (Mojave) or later

Usage

  1. Ensure itlwm is installed and loaded
  2. Launch HeliPort from your Applications folder
  3. Click the HeliPort icon in the menu bar
  4. Select a WiFi network and enter the password
  5. HeliPort will connect via itlwm

Auto-Start on Login

To have HeliPort launch automatically:

  1. Go to System Preferences > Users & Groups > Login Items
  2. Add HeliPort to your login items

FAQ

HeliPort vs AirportItlwm?

itlwm + HeliPort provides a virtual network interface with a separate management app. AirportItlwm provides native WiFi menu integration but is less stable. For most users, itlwm + HeliPort is the recommended approach.

Does HeliPort work with AirportItlwm?

No. HeliPort is designed to work with itlwm only. AirportItlwm has its own native WiFi management.

  • itlwm - Required dependency (Intel WiFi driver)

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