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Congratulations, you and your Mac mini were made for each other.
Congratulations, you and your Mac mini were made for each other.
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Mac Help mail iCal and Address Book Keep your schedule and your music with Cover Flow. Mac Help isync www.apple.com/macmini Finder Browse your files like you browse your contacts in one place. Mac Help finder Mail Manage all your Mac mini. Say hello to your email accounts in sync.
Mac Help mail iCal and Address Book Keep your schedule and your music with Cover Flow. Mac Help isync www.apple.com/macmini Finder Browse your files like you browse your contacts in one place. Mac Help finder Mail Manage all your Mac mini. Say hello to your email accounts in sync.
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... Go 10 What's in the Box 11 Setting Up Your Mac mini 18 Putting Your Mac mini to Sleep or Shutting It Down Chapter 2: Life with Your Mac mini 22 What's on the Front of Your Mac mini 24 What's on the Back of Your Mac mini 26 Getting Answers Chapter 3: Problem, Meet Solution 32 Problems ...That Prevent You from Using Your Mac mini 34 Reinstalling the Software That Came with Your Mac mini 35 Other Problems 36 Using Apple Hardware Test ...
... Go 10 What's in the Box 11 Setting Up Your Mac mini 18 Putting Your Mac mini to Sleep or Shutting It Down Chapter 2: Life with Your Mac mini 22 What's on the Front of Your Mac mini 24 What's on the Back of Your Mac mini 26 Getting Answers Chapter 3: Problem, Meet Solution 32 Problems ...That Prevent You from Using Your Mac mini 34 Reinstalling the Software That Came with Your Mac mini 35 Other Problems 36 Using Apple Hardware Test ...
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...Getting Answers" on page 47 before you 've never used a Mac mini or are new to Mac computers, read this section for instructions about the features of your Mac mini. Be sure to look over the information in Mac Help. Your Mac mini is designed so that you may already know enough to get ...started . If you plug your Mac mini in Chapter 2, "Life with Your Mac mini," to find out about getting started . ...
...Getting Answers" on page 47 before you 've never used a Mac mini or are new to Mac computers, read this section for instructions about the features of your Mac mini. Be sure to look over the information in Mac Help. Your Mac mini is designed so that you may already know enough to get ...started . If you plug your Mac mini in Chapter 2, "Life with Your Mac mini," to find out about getting started . ...
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Important: Don't place anything on top of your Mac mini. Objects placed on the next several pages to DVI Adapter AC cord Power adapter Before you set up your Mac mini, remove the protective film from the outside of your computer and power adapter. What's in the Box Your Mac mini comes with the optical drive or the AirPort or Bluetooth® wireless signal. 10 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go Follow the steps on top may interfere with the following components: Mini-DVI to set up .
Important: Don't place anything on top of your Mac mini. Objects placed on the next several pages to DVI Adapter AC cord Power adapter Before you set up your Mac mini, remove the protective film from the outside of your computer and power adapter. What's in the Box Your Mac mini comes with the optical drive or the AirPort or Bluetooth® wireless signal. 10 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go Follow the steps on top may interfere with the following components: Mini-DVI to set up .
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Use the power adapter that it's right side up or on its side, but not upside down. other power adapters may not work. Step 1: Plug the AC cord into the power adapter, plug the cord from the power adapter into your Mac mini; Setting Up Your Mac mini Position your Mac mini so that came with your Mac mini, and then plug the power adapter into a grounded power outlet. ® Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go 11
Use the power adapter that it's right side up or on its side, but not upside down. other power adapters may not work. Step 1: Plug the AC cord into the power adapter, plug the cord from the power adapter into your Mac mini; Setting Up Your Mac mini Position your Mac mini so that came with your Mac mini, and then plug the power adapter into a grounded power outlet. ® Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go 11
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For information about setting up a wireless connection, choose Help > Mac Help, and search for wireless networking. Step 2: To access the Internet or a network, connect one end of an Ethernet cable to your Mac mini and the other end to a cable modem, DSL modem, or network. ® Your Mac mini comes with AirPort Extreme technology for "AirPort." 12 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go
For information about setting up a wireless connection, choose Help > Mac Help, and search for wireless networking. Step 2: To access the Internet or a network, connect one end of an Ethernet cable to your Mac mini and the other end to a cable modem, DSL modem, or network. ® Your Mac mini comes with AirPort Extreme technology for "AirPort." 12 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go
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Step 3: Connect the USB cable from an Apple Authorized Reseller. To use a dial-up connection, you need the external Apple USB Modem, available from the online Apple Store at www.apple.com/store or from your Mac mini, and then use a phone cord (not included) to connect the modem to a phone jack. Plug the Apple USB Modem into a USB port on your keyboard and mouse. ® Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go 13
Step 3: Connect the USB cable from an Apple Authorized Reseller. To use a dial-up connection, you need the external Apple USB Modem, available from the online Apple Store at www.apple.com/store or from your Mac mini, and then use a phone cord (not included) to connect the modem to a phone jack. Plug the Apple USB Modem into a USB port on your keyboard and mouse. ® Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go 13
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... or Option key, which are standard on the back of your Mac mini. You can use Keyboard & Mouse preferences to set them up with a keyboard or a mouse, but you purchased an Apple Wireless Keyboard or Mouse with your Mac mini, follow the onscreen instructions. If you use a USB keyboard that ... USB port on a keyboard from another manufacturer. 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. Your Mac mini doesn't come with your Mac mini. 14 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go
... or Option key, which are standard on the back of your Mac mini. You can use Keyboard & Mouse preferences to set them up with a keyboard or a mouse, but you purchased an Apple Wireless Keyboard or Mouse with your Mac mini, follow the onscreen instructions. If you use a USB keyboard that ... USB port on a keyboard from another manufacturer. 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. Your Mac mini doesn't come with your Mac mini. 14 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go
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... or the Mini DisplayPort to VGA Adapter to connect to the Mini-DVI port. Â A VGA connector. Use the Mini-DVI to DVI Adapter that has: Â A Mini DisplayPort connector. You can connect a display that came with a display. Your Mac mini doesn't come with your Mac mini to connect to the Mini DisplayPort. Adapters are available at www.apple.com...
... or the Mini DisplayPort to VGA Adapter to connect to the Mini-DVI port. Â A VGA connector. Use the Mini-DVI to DVI Adapter that has: Â A Mini DisplayPort connector. You can connect a display that came with a display. Your Mac mini doesn't come with your Mac mini to connect to the Mini DisplayPort. Adapters are available at www.apple.com...
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Setup Assistant helps you enter your Internet and email information and set up a user account on your Mac mini. The first time you automatically transfer user accounts, files, applications, and other information from your Mac mini with Setup Assistant. If you already have a Mac, Setup Assistant can help you turn on your Mac mini. ® ® Step 6: Configure your previous Mac using an Ethernet, FireWire, or a wireless connection. 16 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go Step 5: Press the power (®) button on the back to 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. The first time you automatically transfer user accounts, files, applications, and other information from your Mac mini with Setup Assistant. If you already have a Mac, Setup Assistant can help you turn on your Mac mini. ® ® Step 6: Configure your previous Mac using an Ethernet, FireWire, or a wireless connection. 16 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go Step 5: Press the power (®) button on the back to turn on your Mac mini, Setup Assistant starts.
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Choose Apple () > System Preferences from the Help menu in the Dock. System Preferences is your command center for most settings on your preferences. Step 7: Customize your desktop and set your Mac mini. If you don't intend to keep or use your other Mac, it's best to deauthorize it later using System Preferences. For information...
Choose Apple () > System Preferences from the Help menu in the Dock. System Preferences is your command center for most settings on your preferences. Step 7: Customize your desktop and set your Mac mini. If you don't intend to keep or use your other Mac, it's best to deauthorize it later using System Preferences. For information...
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... on the optional Apple Remote for 3 seconds. To turn your Mac mini before moving it down . NOTICE: Shut down your Mac mini on again, press the power (®) button. Choose Apple () > Shut Down. Putting Your Mac mini to Sleep or Shutting It Down When you finish working with your Mac mini, you can quickly wake your Mac mini and bypass the...
... on the optional Apple Remote for 3 seconds. To turn your Mac mini before moving it down . NOTICE: Shut down your Mac mini on again, press the power (®) button. Choose Apple () > Shut Down. Putting Your Mac mini to Sleep or Shutting It Down When you finish working with your Mac mini, you can quickly wake your Mac mini and bypass the...
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2 Life with Your Mac mini 2 www.apple.com/macosx Mac Help iLife
2 Life with Your Mac mini 2 www.apple.com/macosx Mac Help iLife
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The Apple website at www.apple.com/support. Chapter 2 Life with Your Mac mini 21 Read on the Apple Support website at www.apple.com links you to the latest Apple news, free downloads, and online catalogs of your Mac mini. You can also find the manuals for many Apple products and technical support for all Apple products on for an overview of the features and ports of software and hardware for your Mac mini.
The Apple website at www.apple.com/support. Chapter 2 Life with Your Mac mini 21 Read on the Apple Support website at www.apple.com links you to the latest Apple news, free downloads, and online catalogs of your Mac mini. You can also find the manuals for many Apple products and technical support for all Apple products on for an overview of the features and ports of software and hardware for your Mac mini.
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What's on the Front of Your Mac mini AirPort antennas Built-in infrared (IR) receiver Bluetooth antenna Slot-loading SuperDrive Power indicator light 22 Chapter 2 Life with Your Mac mini
What's on the Front of Your Mac mini AirPort antennas Built-in infrared (IR) receiver Bluetooth antenna Slot-loading SuperDrive Power indicator light 22 Chapter 2 Life with Your Mac mini
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Power indicator light A steady white light indicates your Mac mini is on your Mac mini are sold separately at www.apple.com/store). Chapter 2 Life with the IR receiver to control Front Row and Keynote on ; Slot-loading SuperDrive This slot-... mobile phones, PDAs, printers, and the Apple Wireless Keyboard and Mouse (you can purchase the Apple Wireless Keyboard and Mouse at www.apple.com/store. a pulsing light indicates it's in infrared (IR) receiver Use an optional Apple Remote (available separately) with Your Mac mini 23 Note: Display adapters and other accessories for...
Power indicator light A steady white light indicates your Mac mini is on your Mac mini are sold separately at www.apple.com/store). Chapter 2 Life with the IR receiver to control Front Row and Keynote on ; Slot-loading SuperDrive This slot-... mobile phones, PDAs, printers, and the Apple Wireless Keyboard and Mouse (you can purchase the Apple Wireless Keyboard and Mouse at www.apple.com/store. a pulsing light indicates it's in infrared (IR) receiver Use an optional Apple Remote (available separately) with Your Mac mini 23 Note: Display adapters and other accessories for...
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What's on the Back of Your Mac mini £ Mini-DVI port £ Mini DisplayPort Security slot ® Power button ® ¯ Power port , Audio in/optical digital audio in port f Headphone out/optical digital audio out port G Ethernet port (10/100/1000 Base-T) H FireWire 800 port d USB 2.0 ports (5) 24 Chapter 2 Life with Your Mac mini
What's on the Back of Your Mac mini £ Mini-DVI port £ Mini DisplayPort Security slot ® Power button ® ¯ Power port , Audio in/optical digital audio in port f Headphone out/optical digital audio out port G Ethernet port (10/100/1000 Base-T) H FireWire 800 port d USB 2.0 ports (5) 24 Chapter 2 Life with Your Mac mini
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...devices. H One FireWire 800 port Connect high-speed external devices, such as digital video cameras and storage devices. Chapter 2 Life with Your Mac mini 25 The Ethernet port automatically detects Ethernet devices and doesn't require an Ethernet crossover cable. ¯ Power port Connect the power cord from ...the power adapter. ® Power button Turn your Mac mini on or off, or put it to a high-speed 10/100/1000Base-T Ethernet network, a DSL or cable modem, or another computer. ...
...devices. H One FireWire 800 port Connect high-speed external devices, such as digital video cameras and storage devices. Chapter 2 Life with Your Mac mini 25 The Ethernet port automatically detects Ethernet devices and doesn't require an Ethernet crossover cable. ¯ Power port Connect the power cord from ...the power adapter. ® Power button Turn your Mac mini on or off, or put it to a high-speed 10/100/1000Base-T Ethernet network, a DSL or cable modem, or another computer. ...
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...page 41 or go to the Mac mini Support site at www.apple.com/macosx. Or search for "Mac OS X" in the search field. 26 Chapter 2 Life with Your Mac mini The iLife website at www.apple.com/support. Getting Answers More information about Troubleshooting Mac mini if you have a problem ...Finding service and support for your Mac mini Using Mac OS X Moving from the list of results or select Show ...
...page 41 or go to the Mac mini Support site at www.apple.com/macosx. Or search for "Mac OS X" in the search field. 26 Chapter 2 Life with Your Mac mini The iLife website at www.apple.com/support. Getting Answers More information about Troubleshooting Mac mini if you have a problem ...Finding service and support for your Mac mini Using Mac OS X Moving from the list of results or select Show ...