Contents. Overview A computer had been widely speculated and requested long before the release of the Mac Mini. Rumors predicted that the 'headless iMac' would be extremely small, include no display, and would be positioned as Apple's entry-level desktop computer.

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To do this, boot your Mac into the OS X system, log in, and open the App Store app. Select the Updates tab and ensure you have the latest version of Mac OS X and your Mac’s firmware. Install any available updates. Next, boot into Windows and launch the Apple Software Update application.

On January 10, 2005, the Mac Mini was announced alongside the at the and was described by Apple CEO at the time as 'the cheapest, most affordable Mac ever'. The Mac Mini is an entry-level computer intended for budget-minded customers.

Until the 2011 release, the Mac Mini had much less processing power than the other computers of the Macintosh lineup. Unlike regular desktop computers, which use standard-sized components such as 3.5-inch and full-size 's, Apple uses lower-power laptop components in the Mac Mini to fit all the necessary components into the small case and to prevent overheating. Previously, with the choice of components on the older models, the machine was considered somewhat slower than standard desktop computers.

It also had less storage and memory than comparable desktops. However, the 2011 upgrade addressed many of these previous complaints. In general, the Mac Mini has been praised as a relatively affordable computer with a solid range of features. However, many also agree that it is relatively costly for a computer aimed at the lower segment of the market. It is possible to buy small computers at the same price with faster processors, better graphics card, more memory, and more storage. The small size has made the Mac Mini particularly popular as a home theater solution. In addition, its size and reliability has helped keep resale values high.

On October 22, 2009, Apple introduced a new server version of the Mac Mini along with revisions of the computer. This model has a second hard drive instead of an optical drive. This version is marketed as an affordable server for small businesses and schools. A new model of the Mac Mini was introduced on June 15, 2010. The new model was thinner, with a aluminum case designed to be easily opened for RAM access, and incorporated upgraded hardware, such as an HDMI port and Nvidia graphics. An update announced July 20, 2011 dropped the internal CD/DVD optical drive from all versions and introduced a port, Intel processor, and either Intel integrated graphics or AMD dedicated graphics. The server model was upgraded to a quad-core Intel processor.

Quad-core i7 CPUs are also used in the late-2012 desktop Mac Mini computers. It got a much anticipated refresh after long two years in October 2014, bringing Haswell CPUs, better graphics, $100 lower price for the base model, while the metal body remained nearly the same. The only change was the removal of the two holes used to open the case, as the RAM is no longer upgradable because it's now soldered to the logic board; this idea is similar to the Retina MacBook Pro, the MacBook Air and the Mid 2014 21.5-inch iMac. Mac Mini 2010 The most notable feature of the Mac Mini is its size. The original design measured only 2.0 × 6.5 × 6.5 inches (51 × 165 × 165 mm).

The exterior of the original Mac Mini was made of aluminum capped with polycarbonate plastic on the top and bottom. The original design had no visible screws and was not meant to be upgraded by the user. The back of the machine contains the and vents for the cooling system. It had an external power supply rated at 85W (G4 models) or 110W (pre-2010 Intel models); although they used the same connector, power supplies were not interchangeable between these models.

The Mac Mini, updated on June 15, 2010, was fully redesigned, being slimmer than the prior models at only 1.4 inches (36 mm) tall, but wider at 7.7 inches (196 mm) a side. The weight rose from 2.9 to 3.0 pounds (1.3 to 1.4 kg). The power supply is now internal as opposed to external. The chassis no longer has the plastic on the top or bottom.

The newer model, introduced July 20, 2011 has the same physical dimensions but is slightly lighter, at 2.7 pounds (1.2 kg), presumably because it lacks an internal CD/DVD drive. The current Mac Mini is designed to be opened using a round cover on the bottom of the computer. Prior versions of the Mac Mini were much more difficult to open. Some Mac Mini owners used a or a to pry open the cases of older models to gain access to the interior for installation of cheaper third party memory upgrades. The official Apple Service Source manual for Mac Mini describes this procedure in detail, including an official Apple part number for a 'modified putty knife'. It's also possible to use wires to pull the white plastic bottom case out of the metal top case.

You should now be able to choose your BIOS from the drop-down box in the bottom right hand corner. One thing I’ve noticed in the current version doesn’t like it when your BIOS directory contains spaces, so I had to change “PS2 BIOS” to “PS2BIOS” in order to get it to remember. After briefly messing with the graphics settings (by clicking Configure in the Graphics section) I’ve found the settings in the screenshot work best for me on a mid 2012 Retina MacBook Pro, though you’ll naturally want to play around till you’re happy.

While opening the case does not actually void the Mac Mini warranty, anything broken while the case is open is not covered. Other modifications include hard disk upgrades, the processor (G4 only), and upgrading the wireless networking (for older models) to. The 2009 model can have its SuperDrive replaced with a second SATA hard drive. The removal of the optical drive in the 2011 models leaves internal space for a second internal hard drive or SSD, which can be ordered as a BTO option from Apple, or as an upgrade kit from 3rd party suppliers.

With the switch to the Intel Core Solo and Duo line, Apple initially used a socketed CPU in the Mac Mini that allowed the processor to be replaced. They switched to a non-socketed CPU with the 2009 model that did not allow an easy upgrade. With the June 2010 revision, the case can be readily opened to add RAM (except for the Late 2014 models). Home theater The Mac Mini can be used for (theater) applications. The small footprint, multi-format video output, output, and the relatively powerful Intel make it easy to use the Mac Mini as part of a home entertainment system.

A 2008 Mac Mini as a home theater PC demonstrating the application. Current models include an HDMI port for easy connection with modern televisions and home theater receivers. It can be classified as a (HTPC) with some. The Mac Mini does not include an integrated and cannot be upgraded to install one internally; accessing TV requires external devices like 's EyeTV USB adapter or SiliconDust's networked TV tuner which will encode and manage broadcast television from a cable or satellite receiver.

The July 2011 model lacks a built-in CD/DVD player and OS X Lion no longer supports remote control software. Pre-2009 Mac Mini models had a video connector which was compatible with, (video only), and with the appropriate adapter.

Sound is provided by a combination jack that uses both mini- (analog) and cables (digital). Unlike the, the Mac Mini is with televisions that have only composite or S-Video inputs. As of the July 2011 revision of the Mac Mini, the computer sports an Intel HD3000 graphics processor with an optional Radeon available and which makes decoding high-resolution video much quicker and efficient. The addition of an HDMI port simplifies connecting the Mini to high-definition televisions and home theater. Because of the similar, HDMI port, remote control IR receiver, and media browser interface, some users see the Mac Mini as an alternative. It has both for media rental, purchase, and management, and a native user interface with Front Row, based on the user interface of the original Apple TV.

The Apple TV is limited to video in the format, whereas Mac Mini users employing the appropriate can watch other video formats like, and the (Mkv) container, or almost all other formats using an open source player such as, without resorting to. The current Intel models of Mac Mini can display video via the HDMI port at a maximum resolution of 1920x1200 and up to 2560x1600 via the Mini DisplayPort with a compatible monitor.

The Mac Mini can also run third-party front-end media player applications for Mac OS X, such as or, to be used as a (HTPC). Mac Mini G4 The specifications below are from Apple's 'tech specs' page, except where noted. Processors The Mac Mini G4 used single-core processors with 512 of on-chip L2 cache. The processor accessed memory through the, which was clocked at 167 MHz. The chips in these models of Mac Mini ran at either 1.25, 1.33, 1.42, or 1.5. It also had an ATI graphics processor with 32 of DDR SDRAM in the standard editions, which was upgraded to 64 MB VRAM in the high-end version of the final Mac Mini G4 in 2005.

Memory The Mac Mini G4 uses 333 MHz DDR SDRAM, allows a maximum of 1 of memory, and has only one desktop DIMM slot for. This restricts both the maximum amount of available memory, which can greatly reduce performance by forcing the system to page to the hard disk, and, since the system is unable to take advantage of dual channels, maximum bandwidth.

This issue was addressed in the Intel models of Mac Mini by using two notebook DIMM slots. Storage The Mac Mini G4 uses a single 2.5-inch /100, which offers a maximum transfer rate of 100 /s. Because of its sealed enclosure, it is not possible to upgrade the hard drive without opening the enclosure and possibly voiding the warranty of the system. The Mac Mini G4 also contains a second cable that connects to the optical drive. A was included as standard, while a able to write to was also an option. External connectivity The original Mac Mini includes two and one port.

Is supported with and V.92 modem ports, while and were additional build-to-order options. The modem was later omitted from the Mac Mini, but an external modem remained an option. External displays are supported via a port. Adaptors are also available for, and. The system contains a built-in speaker and an analog 1/8-inch stereo Mini jack for sound out at the back of the case. In the last revision of the Mac Mini G4, the internal was upgraded to accommodate the AirPort Wi-Fi and Bluetooth technology onto one chip.

In prior models, the Mac Mini included an AirPort Extreme card taped to the mezzanine board and a separate Bluetooth module. This new Wi-Fi card also no longer uses an MMCX-Female connector for the antenna (as the prior models did) but rather a proprietary Apple one. Specifications Component Model Early 2005 Mid 2005 Late 2005 Release date January 11, 2005 July 26, 2005 September 27, 2005 Order number M9686./A, M9687./A M9686./B, M9687./B, M9971./B M9687./B, M9971./B, MGEN2LL/A Model identifier PowerMac10,1 PowerMac10,2 Model number A1103 1.25 GHz or 1.42 GHz PowerPC G4 (7447A) 1.33 GHz or 1.5 GHz PowerPC G4 (7447A) 64 KB L1, 512 KB L2 (1:1) 167 MHz one RAM slot 256 MB of 333 MHz Expandable to 1 GB 512 MB of 333 MHz DDR SDRAM Expandable to 1 GB ATI Radeon 9200 graphics processor with 32 MB of DDR SDRAM.

ATI Radeon 9200 graphics processor with 32 MB or 64 MB of DDR SDRAM. Back panel of a late 2009 3,1 model Mac Mini. From left to right, first row: power button, 10 ventilation holes, slot, audio in, audio out. Second row: DC in, 5 ports Memory Unlike the Mac Mini G4, the Intel-based Mac Mini uses a for memory. The original Intel-based Mac Mini uses 667 MHz, while models starting with the early 2009 revision use 1066 MHz. From the 2011 revision onwards, the Mac Mini supports up to 16 GB of memory. While all versions of the Mac Mini up to and including the 2012 revision supports user upgradeable memory after purchase, the current model does not, because the memory is soldered to the logic board.

Since the integrated graphics processor does not have its own dedicated memory, the system shares some of the main system memory with it. Storage The Intel-based Mac Mini moves away from the formerly used /100 to the newer interface, which offers a maximum 3 Gbit/s transfer rate, however all models of Intel Mac Mini have been limited to 1.5 Gbit/s even though the SATA standard supports a transfer of 3 Gbit/s. All models continue to use 2.5-inch as opposed to the 3.5-inch drives used in standard desktops.

A server edition of the Mac Mini was introduced in October 2009, which omits the optical drive in favor of a second hard drive for a total of 1 of storage. A was initially offered as standard, with the being an option, but through the 2010 models, all models that have an optical drive contain the SuperDrive as standard. The 2010 standard version of the Mac (without Server) comes with a 300 GB or on 2.66 GHz 500 GB of storage. External connectivity The original Intel-based Mac Mini includes four ports and one port. Is supported with a built-in port and an integrated 802.11b/g AirPort card.

Bluetooth was also made standard. External displays are supported through a port. While the Mac Mini G4 supports only analog audio output, the Intel-based Mac Mini has separate / that support both analog audio input and output as well optical digital input and output.

The ports were changed with the early 2009 revision. A fifth port was added and the FireWire 400 port was replaced with a FireWire 800 port.

The AirPort card was upgraded to and later to. Was also upgraded from 2.0 to 2.1. Instead of a single full-size port, a port was added along with a connection, which allows dual display support. Unlike the port, the Mini DisplayPort supports external displays with a resolution up to 2560×1600, which allows use of the 30-inch Cinema Display with the Mac Mini.

As of this revision, the is no longer included with the Mac Mini. The Mac Mini 2009 model gave access to 3 different USB busses on the back. Port 2 shares a USB bus with the IR connection. Ports 1+5 and 3+4 are each on their own USB bus. So it should be possible to get a throughput of 3x480=1440 Mbit/s. Specifications Component Model Early 2006 Late 2006 Mid 2007 Early 2009 Late 2009 Release date February 28, 2006 September 6, 2006 August 7, 2007 March 3, 2009 October 20, 2009 Order number MA205./A, MA206./A MA607./A, MA608./A MB138./A, MB139./A MB463./A, MB464./A MC238./A, MC239./A, MC408./A Model identifier Macmini1,1 Macmini2,1 Macmini3,1 Model number A1176 A1283 1.5 GHz Intel Core Solo (T1200) or 1.66 GHz Intel Core Duo (T2300) Upgradable up to an Intel Core 2 Duo 2.33 GHz T7600 processor.

1.66 GHz (T2300) or 1.83 GHz (T2400) Intel Core Duo Upgradable up to an Intel Core 2 Duo 2.33 GHz T7600 processor. 1.83 GHz (T5600) or 2.0 GHz (T7200) Intel Core 2 Duo Upgradable up to an Intel Core 2 Duo 2.33 GHz T7600 processor.

Mac Mini 2010 front view of optical drive Structure Starting from the mid-2010 revision, there is a removable panel on the bottom, enabling the user to upgrade the. The new Mac Mini has an all-aluminium enclosure, called unibody. The unibody manufacturing process was originally developed for the and later also used in the and, and the before being introduced into the Mac Mini range. The built-in power supply negates the need for an external power supply 'brick' used on earlier models.

There have been other changes in the 2011 revision. They include the elimination of the, as well as the optical drive. While the fifth port was also removed, this has given space for a slot to be included on the back of the machine. Like the 2009 version, a (which allows for a VGA connection, via a non-included cable) is included. A port, which Apple describes as being HDMI 1.4 compliant, replaces the port on the prior models as one of the main video connection methods. The HDMI port supports up to 1080p on HDMI connections and 8 channel 24-bit audio at 192 kHz, Dolby Surround 5.1 and stereo output. With the included HDMI to DVI adapter, for those currently using a DVI interface, the HDMI port will work with resolutions up to 1920 × 1200 pixels, while the Mini DisplayPort can concurrently support a resolution up to 2560 × 1600 pixels.

The late 2014 model is the first Mac Mini to support 4K resolution via HDMI. Performance Mac Mini models released in late 2014 used dual-core processors, which perform worse in multi-threaded workloads compared to the quad-core processors from the 2012 model. Meanwhile, single-threaded workload performance increased. Comparing the high ends of both releases, the 2012 model used a 4-core, 8-thread Intel Core, whereas the 2014 model used a 2-core, 4-thread Intel Core. The 2014 model featured Intel Iris graphics (GT3), which greatly outperforms the Intel HD Graphics 4000 (GT2) in the previous models.

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