Upgrade to Catalina from Sierra: A Comprehensive Guide

Upgrading your device from Sierra to Catalina can be a daunting task, but with the right guidance, it's a breeze. This article will walk you through the process of upgrading your laptop or PC to Catalina using usbfluxd and Docker-OSX.

Prerequisites

Before you begin, make sure you have the following installed on your system:

* usbmuxd

* socat

* usbfluxd

If you're new to usbfluxd, don't worry – there's a video setup tutorial available for you. For desktop PCs, follow the instructions in the (USBFLUXD) iPhone USB -> Network style passthrough OSX-KVM Docker-OSX link. If you have a laptop, skip to the next section.

Upgrading Your Device

To upgrade your device, follow these steps:

1. Connect your device over USB on Linux using socat.

2. Ensure usbfluxd is installed and configured correctly.

3. Run the following command: `sshpass -p sshfs -p 50922 ~/mnt/osx` to mount the full root file system over SSH.

Automated Setup

If you want to automate the process, you can use sshpass with the following command:

```

sshpass -p sshfs -p 50922 ~/mnt/osx

```

This will automatically mount the full root file system over SSH.

VFIO iPhone USB Passthrough

For VFIO iPhone USB passthrough, follow these steps:

1. Connect your iPhone to your device using a USB cable.

2. Run the following command: `vfio` to enable VFIO mode.

3. Your iPhone should now be recognized as a USB device on your system.

Catalina Notes for Windows Users

If you're running Catalina on a Windows machine, be sure to check out the notes below for specific instructions.

Contributing to the Project

If you enjoy using Docker-OSX and want to contribute to the project, there are several ways you can get involved. You can contribute to the upstream project, OSX-KVM, or fork KVM-OpenCore and make your own changes. The project is maintained by Sick.Codes and welcomes contributions.

Getting Help

If you have any questions or need help with upgrading to Catalina from Sierra, join the Docker-OSX Discord server or Telegram group. You can also reach out to the project maintainers via LinkedIn or email.

In conclusion, upgrading your device to Catalina from Sierra is a straightforward process that requires minimal technical expertise. With usbfluxd and Docker-OSX, you can enjoy near-native performance, X11 Forwarding, iMessage security research, and more. So why wait? Upgrade today!

Upgrade to catalina from sierra