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Are you wondering what goes on inside Apple’s Mac mini? Perhaps you’ve bought one and want to see what you can do with it?

If so, read on to discover everything you need to know about the Mac mini, from what it is, to how to set it up and tons of different things you can use it for, outside of a regular PC.

Read Free Apple Manual Mac Mini Manual Apple Mac Mini - engdna This manual covers the two Mac mini products developed in Mid 2010:. Mac mini (Mid 2010), shown above on left. Mac mini Server (Mid 2010), shown above on right. The Mac mini (Mid 2010) is a follow-on product to the Mac mini (Late 2009).

What is a Mac mini and what does it do?

The Mac mini is a small desktop computer made by Apple. What makes the Mac mini different from a regular computer is that it’s shipped without an accompanying screen, keyboard or mouse. As Apple likes to say, it’s “BYODKM” (Bring Your Own Display, Keyboard, and Mouse).

The reason behind the Mac mini being shipped solo, is because most of its use cases feature around using it to power up another device, as we’ll discuss in more detail below.

It also makes for more of a flexible purchase. For example, if you already have a screen, or a keyboard and mouse, you can pair these with the Mac mini rather than forking out for new ones. And if you don’t, you can easily purchase them alongside the Mac mini anyway.

The Mac mini has been around since 2005 (launched at the same time as the iPod shuffle) but its design and functionality have changed since then.

The latest 3.6 GHz Mac mini released in 2018 comes in two types of processing speed, the 3.6 GHz Mac mini Core i3 costing about $799 and the 3.0 GHz Mac mini Core i5 costing about $1099.

Specification of the Mac mini

Uses for the Mac mini

• Share presentations to screen
• Listen to music through an app like Spotify
• Share photos to a TV screen
• Access emails
• Play games

Benefits of the Mac mini

Some of the key benefits of the Mac mini include:

• The cheapest Mac Apple sells
• Built in apps such as FaceTime, iBooks, Maps, iTunes and Mail
• Multiple ports, making it more akin to a PC than a media device
• Apple quotes that with fourth-generation Intel Core processors, the device is able to “keep up with computers twice its size”
• Wi‑Fi and Bluetooth
• Easy setup for a keyboard, mouse or screen
• The perfect size to use as the centre of a “digital home”

How to set up a Mac mini

Here’s how to get your Mac mini running, from getting it out of the box to using it for a purchase such as connecting to your home TV.

Before you begin setup some of the questions you may want to consider include:

• What screen will you be connecting to? You’ll need a desktop or a TV screen to get your Mac mini up and running
• How will you connect to the screen? Depending on what screen you’re connecting to you may need a converter lead
• Do you have a Wi-Fi connection? You’ll need this to set up some of the Mac mini features
• How will you control the Mac mini? You’ll likely need either a keyboard and mouse combo or an Apple remote

Once you’ve made your decision and purchased any additional items you need, here’s how to get set up.

1. Add power

Plug the power adaptor into your Mac mini and plug the other end into your power outlet. Press the power button on the back of the Mac mini.

2. Attach to your TV or monitor

Connect your Mac mini to your TV or desktop. The Mac mini comes with a HDMI-to-DVI adapter for connecting to a monitor's DVI port, which will allow you to connect to an Apple monitor.

If you want to connect to a TV screen you may need to purchase a mini-displayport-to-VGA adapter which will allow you to connect your Mac mini to a standard analog monitor, projector, or LCD that uses a VGA connector or cable.

3. Connect to Wi-Fi

Once turned on, the setup guide should take you through a few simple steps, including setting up a Wi-Fi connection.

4. Sign in with your Apple id

This will give you access to the App Store and and will link your iCloud account if you wish to connect to your Mail, Photos, Calendar and so on.

5. Begin using your Mac mini

From here, you can begin using your PC or TV screen as a computer, using the desktop to search for apps, open web pages and more.

What can you do with your Mac mini?

Want to ensure you’re getting the most from your Mac mini device? Here are some ideas on how you can use it:

1. Access apps on a TV screen

The Mac mini is a great way to take everything you’d usually do on your phone or laptop and access it on your TV screen. This could be sharing photos with a room, opening mail or accessing your documents.

1. Use any screen as your computer

The Mac mini is super light, which means you can take it anywhere, plug it into a desktop and you’ll have a powerful computer. This allows you to work from anywhere, or set up shop in any location where there’s a monitor and Wi-Fi available.

1. Set up digital signage with the Mac mini

The Mac mini is a great way to turn any screen into a digital sign. This allows you to pre-schedule and setup content to show on your digital screen such as social media feeds, presentations, travel updates, news feeds and more. Read the full guide on setting up digital signage with the Mac mini here.

4. Create a home viewing centre

With the Mac mini and a screen, or desktop, you can create a home viewing centre that allows you to watch movies, surf the internet and listen to music. Via streaming apps such as Netflix, or even through movies you’ve bought on iTunes, you can easily set up movies to play on any screen. You can also use music apps available in the Apple App Store or use Safari to get online.

5. View and share photos

The Mac Mini includes a SDXC card slot so you can simply remove the memory card from your camera and insert it. This allows you to view photos on a monitor, or share them with the room from your TV screen.

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Can you use any monitor with a Mac mini?

The Mac mini doesn’t come with a monitor, but you can connect it to one using one of the ports on the back of the device. Using the right adapter, you can connect the Mac Mini to any computer screen with a VGA port. The Mac Mini ships with a HDMI-to-DVI adapter but it’s only really Apple monitors which use DVI, so for a regular monitor you may need a HDMI-to-VGA or mini displayport-to-VGA connector instead.

How do you turn on a Mac mini?

Simply press the power button on the Mac mini box.

Can you use any keyboard with a Mac mini?

Most keyboards and mouses can be used with the Mac mini by connecting them using the USB port. For Bluetooth devices, connect the USB dongle to the Mac mini using the USB port.

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Mac mini User’s Guide

Includes setup and troubleshooting information for your Mac mini computer

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Contents

9Chapter 1: Getting Started

10What’s in the Box

11Setting up Your Mac mini

17Next Steps

19Putting Your Mac mini to Sleep or Shutting It Down

21Chapter 2: Getting to Know Your Mac mini

22What’s on the Front of Your Mac mini

24 What’s on the Back of Your Mac mini

26Learning About Mac OS X

27Getting Answers Using Mac Help

28Customizing Your Desktop and Setting Your Preferences

29Connecting a Printer

30Keeping Your Software Up to Date

31Connecting to a Network

31Using the Internet

32Transferring Files to Another Computer

33Using Applications

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33 When an Application Doesn’t Respond

35Chapter 3: Using Your Mac mini

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36Connecting a Display or Video Device

37Using the Apple Remote and Front Row

41Using USB

43Connecting with FireWire

45Understanding AirPort Extreme Wireless Networking

47Using Bluetooth Wireless Technology

49Connecting to an Ethernet Network

50Connecting Audio Devices

52Using Your Optical Drive

56Securing Your Mac mini

57Chapter 4: Troubleshooting

58Problems That Prevent You from Using Your Computer

60Reinstalling the Software That Came with Your Computer

61Other Problems

64Using Apple Hardware Test

65Locating Your Product Serial Number

67 Appendix A: Specifications

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69 Appendix B: Safety, Use, and Care Information

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69 Safety Instructions for Setting Up and Using Your Computer

71Using Connectors and Ports

72Using the Power Adapter

73Laser Information

74High-Risk Activities Warning

74Cleaning Your Mac mini

75Moving Your Mac mini

75 Avoiding Hearing Damage

75 Learning About Apple and the Environment

75 Understanding Ergonomics

79 Appendix C: Connecting to the Internet

81 Gathering the Information You Need

83Using Network Setup Assistant to Connect

84Troubleshooting Your Connection

87 Communications Regulation Information

91 Index

Your Mac mini has been designed so that you can easily set it up and start using it right away.

If you have never used a Mac mini or are new to Macintosh computers, read this section for instructions about getting started. If you are an experienced user, you may already know enough to get started. Be sure to look over the information in Chapter 2, “Getting to Know Your Mac mini,” to find out about the features of your Mac mini computer.

Important: Read all of the installation instructions and safety information (see page 69) before you plug your computer into a power outlet.

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What’s in the Box

Your Mac mini comes with the following components:

DVI to VGA

Adapter

Power adapter

Before you set up your Mac mini, remove the protective film from the outside of your computer and power adapter.

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Setting up Your Mac mini

Position your Mac mini so that it’s right side up or on its side, but not upside down. Use the power adapter that came with your Mac mini. Other power adapters don’t work with this Mac mini. Follow the steps on the next several pages to set up.

Step 1: Plug the AC cord firmly into the power adapter, and then plug the cord from the power adapter into your computer. Plug the power adapter into a grounded power outlet.

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Step 2: To access the Internet, connect an Ethernet cable.

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You can also use an external USB modem to access the Internet. Apple External USB Modems are available from an Apple Store retail location or the online Apple Store at www.apple.com/store/.

If you are joining or setting up a wireless network, see Appendix C,“Connecting to the Internet,” on page 79.

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Step 3: Connect the USB cable from your keyboard and mouse.

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Your Mac mini does not come with a keyboard or a mouse, but you can use almost any USB keyboard and mouse with your computer. If your keyboard has a USB (d) port, you can plug your mouse into the USB port on the keyboard. If it doesn’t, you can plug the mouse into a USB (d) port on the back of your computer.

If you use a USB keyboard that is not specifically designed for the Mac OS, it may not have a Command (x) or Option key, both of which are standard on Apple keyboards. The Command (x) key on an Apple keyboard is equivalent to the Windows key (the icon on the key looks like a Windows logo) on a keyboard from another manufacturer. The Option key on an Apple keyboard is equivalent to the Alt key on a keyboard from another manufacturer.

You can use Keyboard & Mouse preferences to change the keyboard equivalents. To open Keyboard & Mouse preferences, choose Apple (!) > System Preferences, click Keyboard & Mouse, click Modifier Keys, and follow the onscreen instructions.

Using a USB mouse or keyboard from another manufacturer may require software drivers. Check the manufacturer’s website for the latest software drivers.

To set up an Apple Wireless Keyboard and Apple Wireless Mouse with your Mac mini, follow the instructions that came with the keyboard and mouse.

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Step 4: Connect the DVI cable from your display to the video port.

Connect a DVI display to the video out (£) port on the back of your Mac mini. To connect a VGA display, use the Apple DVI to VGA Adapter that came with your computer. For more information about connecting a display, see the guidelines in Chapter 2,“Getting to Know Your Mac mini.”

Note: Your Mac mini does not come with a display.

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Important: Don’t place anything on top of your Mac mini. Objects placed on top may interfere with the optical drive or the AirPort or Bluetooth® wireless signal.

Step 5: Press the power (¨) button on the back of your Mac mini to turn it on.

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Next Steps

The first time you turn on your Mac mini, Setup Assistant starts. Setup Assistant helps you enter your Internet and email information and set up a user account on your Mac mini. If you already have a Mac, Setup Assistant can help you automatically transfer files, applications, and other information from your previous Mac to your new Mac mini.

Transferring Information to Your Mac mini

Setup Assistant makes it easy to copy your saved settings, files, and folders from your old Mac. It shows you exactly how to connect your old Mac to your new Mac to migrate your network settings, user accounts, documents, photos, applications, and more. Setup Assistant uses FireWire to transfer your files to your new Mac quickly and easily—just follow the onscreen instructions.

You need the following to transfer information:

åA standard FireWire cable

åYour old Mac must have Mac OS X version 10.1 or later installed

åYour old Mac must have built-in FireWire and support FireWire Target Disk Mode

Setup Assistant takes you through the process of transferring your information and doesn’t affect the information on your other Mac. Setup Assistant can transfer:

åUser accounts, including preferences and email

åNetwork settings

åApplications folder

åFiles and folders on your main hard disk and other hard disks

If you don’t use Setup Assistant to transfer information when you first start up your Mac mini, you can do it later using Migration Assistant. Open the Applications folder, open Utilities, and double-click the Migration Assistant icon.

Note: If you transfer information later using Migration Assistant, make sure FileVault is turned off on the older computer. To turn off FileVault, choose Apple (!) > System Preferences, click Security, and follow the onscreen instructions.

Setting Up Your Mac mini for the Internet

If you didn’t transfer your network settings, Setup Assistant can also take you through the process of setting up your Mac mini to connect to the Internet. For home users, Internet access requires an account with an Internet service provider (ISP). Fees may apply. If you have an Internet account, see Appendix C,“Connecting to the Internet,” on page 79 for information you’ll need to enter.

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Putting Your Mac mini to Sleep or Shutting It Down

When you have finished working with your Mac mini, you can put it to sleep or shut it down.

Put Your Mac mini to Sleep

If you will be away from your Mac mini for less than a few days, put it to sleep. When your Mac mini is in sleep, its screen is dark. You can quickly wake your Mac mini and bypass the startup process.

To put your Mac mini to sleep quickly, do one of the following:

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åChoose Apple (!) > Sleep.

åPress the power (¨) button on the back of the Mac mini.

åChoose Apple (!) > System Preferences, click Energy Saver, and set a sleep timer.

åPress and hold the Play/Pause (Õ) button on the Apple Remote for 3 seconds.

To wake your Mac mini, press any key on the keyboard or any button on the Apple Remote. When your Mac mini wakes from sleep, your applications, documents, and computer settings are exactly as you left them.

Shut Down Your Mac mini

If you won’t be using your Mac mini for more than a few days, shut it down. Choose Apple (!) > Shut Down.

Warning: Shut down your Mac mini before moving it. Moving your Mac mini while the hard disk is spinning can damage the hard disk, causing loss of data or an inability to start up from the hard disk.

This chapter gives you some basic information you’ll need to know about your Mac mini.

Read on for an overview of the different parts of your Mac mini and the features of Mac OS X, including information about common tasks such as getting answers when you need help, customizing the way your desktop looks, connecting a printer, using the Internet, and more.

For the Latest Information

Because Apple frequently releases new versions and updates to its system software, images shown in this book may be slightly different from what you see on your screen.

The Apple website at www.apple.com links you to the latest Apple news, free downloads, and online catalogs of software and hardware for your Mac mini.

You can also find the manuals for many Apple products and technical support for all of Apple’s products on the Apple Service & Support website at www.apple.com/support/.

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What’s on the Front of Your Mac mini

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Built-in infrared (IR) receiver

Use your Apple Remote and the built-in IR receiver to work seamlessly with your

Mac mini.

Power indicator light

A steady white light indicates your Mac mini is on; a pulsing light indicates it’s in sleep.

Slot-loading optical drive

Your Mac mini has a DVD-ROM/CD-RW Combo drive or a DVD+R DL/DVD±RW/CD-RW SuperDrive. Each drive can read CD-ROM discs, standard audio discs, and other kinds of media. The Combo drive can also read DVD discs and movies and write music, documents, and digital files to CD-R and CD-RW discs. In addition to those files, the SuperDrive can read and write to DVD±R, DVD±RW, and DVD+R Double Layer (DL) discs.

ZAirPort Extreme wireless technology (inside)

Connect to a wireless network using built-in AirPort Extreme technology. To avoid interference, keep the area around the AirPort antenna free from obstruction.

◊Bluetooth® wireless technology (inside)

Connect wireless devices, such as Bluetooth mobile phones, PDAs, printers, and the Apple Wireless Keyboard and Apple Wireless Mouse (you can purchase an Apple Wireless Keyboard and Apple Wireless Mouse at www.apple.com/store/).

What’s on the Back of Your Mac mini

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button

fHeadphone out/optical digital audio out port

,Audio in/ optical digital audio in port

Security slot

Attach a lock and cable to discourage theft (available at www.apple.com/store/).

fHeadphone out/optical digital audio out port

Connect headphones, external powered speakers, or digital audio equipment.

,Audio in/optical digital audio in port

Connect your Mac mini to a line-level microphone or digital audio equipment.

dFour USB 2.0 ports

Connect a mouse, keyboard, printer, iPod, external USB modem, and more.

£Video out port

Connect displays that use a DVI connector. Connect displays that use a VGA connector using the DVI to VGA Adapter that came with your computer. You can also use a DVI

to Video Adapter, available at www.apple.com/store/ to connect a TV, VCR, or other video device.

GEthernet port

Connect to a 10/100/1000 Base-T Ethernet network or connect a DSL or cable modem.

øPower port

Connect the power cord from the power adapter.

¨Power button

Turn on your Mac mini or put it to sleep. Press and hold to reset during troubleshooting.

HFireWire 400 port

Connect high-speed devices, such as an iSight video camera or a hard drive.

Learning About Mac OS X

Your Mac mini comes with Mac OS X Tiger and the iLife suite of applications. Learn more about Mac OS X and iLife in the Welcome to Tiger booklet that came with your Mac mini. You can also open Mac Help (see page 27) and browse the information there. You’ll find plenty of information for new users, experienced users, and people switching to the Mac. If you experience any problems while using Mac OS X, see the troubleshooting tips in the back of this book or choose Help > Mac Help from the menu bar at the top of the screen.

Mac OS X includes:

åSpotlight, a powerful search engine that automatically indexes all of your files

åDashboard, an interface for putting handy “widgets” or mini-applications at your fingertips

åExposé, which tiles and neatly displays all your open applications

For information about software applications you can use with Mac OS X, or to read more about Mac OS X, check the Mac OS X website at www.apple.com/macosx/.

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Getting Answers Using Mac Help

Most of the information about using your Mac is available in Mac Help.

To open Mac Help:

1Click the Finder icon in the Dock (the group of icons along the edge of the screen).

2Choose Help > Mac Help (click the Help menu in the menu bar and choose Mac Help).

3Click in the search field, type a question, and press Return on your keyboard.

Customizing Your Desktop and Setting Your Preferences

You can quickly make your desktop look the way you want using System Preferences. Choose Apple (!) > System Preferences from the menu bar.

System Preferences is your command center for most settings on your Mac mini.

As you get to know your Mac mini, explore the various system preferences. For more information, choose Help > Mac Help and search for “System Preferences” or for the name of a specific preference.

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Connecting a Printer

You can connect most printers using a USB cable; others may require a network connection, such as Ethernet. If you have an AirPort Express or AirPort Extreme Base Station, you can connect a USB printer to the base station (instead of connecting it to your computer) and print wirelessly. Follow the instructions that came with your printer to install any required software and connect the printer. The drivers for most printers are built into Mac OS X.

When you connect a printer, your Mac mini usually detects it automatically and adds it to the list of available printers. You may need to know the network name or address of a printer connected to a network before you can print to it.

To set up a printer:

1Open System Preferences and click the Print & Fax icon.

2Click Printing and then click the Add (+) button to add a printer.

3Select the printer you want to use, and then click Add.

4Use the Add (+) and Remove (–) buttons to choose which printers appear in the printer list.

Monitoring Printing

After you send a document to a printer, you can monitor printing, including halting your print job or putting it temporarily on hold. To monitor printing, click the printer icon in the Dock to open the printer window. You can now see the print jobs in the print queue and work with them.

For more information, open Mac Help and search for “printing.”