Boot into 32 bit mode

[jjk454ss]

Is it still possible? I'm trying to run a firmware updated from sony that won't run in 64 bit mode. I tried holding down 3 and 2, I tried the terminal command: sudo systemsetup -setkernelbootarchitecture i386, I still can't get the updates to launch.

2013 Mac Mini if it makes a difference.

 

[maflynn]

I'm pretty sure you cannot boot into 32bit mode, i.e., 32bit kernel. I know you can run some apps in 32bit mode but that's about it.

 

[jjk454ss]

I'm pretty sure you cannot boot into 32bit mode, i.e., 32bit kernel. I know you can run some apps in 32bit mode but that's about it.

Any idea how I would try to run this app in 32 bit mode? I tried rightclick, then checked different options like Get Info and didn't see anything.

 

[hwojtek]

Mavericks can run an app in 32-bit, if the app is properly written. Apparently this ain't.

 

[chabig]

You could possible run an older version of OS X under virtualization such as Parallels. Is there a Sony firmware updater for the PC. That might be easier for you.

 

[chrfr]

I still can't get the updates to launch.

Exactly what is the error you're getting?

 

[chabig]

Do Get Info on the app. It might have a checkbox that sets it to open in 32 bit mode.

 

[jjk454ss]

Thanks for the help. I'm not at the computer now, the error just says to run in 32 but mode. I don't have easy access to a PC or an older version on osx. But I might just have to find a PC I guess.

No option under "Get Info" either, already checked.