The method is fragile but functional. The "fixed" label often refers to a community-patched image that bypasses Apple’s DVD size checks and driver restrictions. However, with DVD drives disappearing, you are better off using the same compressed image on a USB stick via TransMac’s "Restore with Disk Image" feature.
If you absolutely need the DVD due to hardware limitations, use TransMac 8.1 (the last version with reliable DVD burning), burn at the slowest possible speed, and pray your Mac's laser lens is clean. mac os x live dvd highly compressed dvd transmac 81 fixed
Let's break down the user's intent behind each term. The method is fragile but functional
1. Right-click the .7z file → 7-Zip → "Extract here"
2. You should get a .dmg or .iso file (~4.2-4.5GB).
3. Verify the integrity: Check the MD5/SHA1 hash if provided by the uploader.
4. If the image is larger than 4.7GB, you cannot use a single-layer DVD. Use a dual-layer (8.5GB) or abort.
Search for "Bootable OS X Lion DiskMaker" – these tools create 8GB USBs with a live environment, completely bypassing the DVD size limit. Let's break down the user's intent behind each term
To replicate the "TransMac 81 fixed" method, assemble the following: