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    MBP 1,1-10,2 [Guide/Fix] Windows 10/11 Intel HD 3000 on MacBookPro8,3 with dGPU Disabled (Internal Display + Acceleration)

    Hello, everyone, there has long been a problem with running the Windows Intel HD 3000 driver on 2011 MacBook Pros with the dGPU disabled: the firmware-provided VBT contains incorrect information for the internal dual-channel LVDS panel. Until now, enabling the Intel driver would result in...
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    Running Windows through Bootcamp on a MacBook Pro 2011 17" with disabled dGPU?

    Hi everyone, First post! I have a Macbook Pro 2011 17" with a permanently disabled AMD dGPU (modified EFI through Linux and also removed resistor R8911 to cut voltage to the dGPU). Currently running Sierra as an easy option to retain the control of brightness with the least effort. I know my...