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Say hello to your music with Cover Flow. Mac Help finder Mail Manage all your schedule in one place. Mac Help mail iCal Keep your email accounts in sync. Mac Help calendar www.apple.com/macmini Finder Browse your files the way you browse your Mac mini.
Say hello to your music with Cover Flow. Mac Help finder Mail Manage all your schedule in one place. Mac Help mail iCal Keep your email accounts in sync. Mac Help calendar www.apple.com/macmini Finder Browse your files the way you browse your Mac mini.
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Contents Chapter 1: Ready, Set Up, 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 Using the Apple Remote 28 Using SD Cards 28 Getting Answers Chapter 3: Boost Your Memory 34 Installing Memory Chapter 4: Problem, Meet Solution 44 Problems That Prevent You from Using Your Mac mini 46 Reinstalling the Software That Came with Your Mac mini 47 Resetting Your Password 48 Using Disk Utility Contents 5
Contents Chapter 1: Ready, Set Up, 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 Using the Apple Remote 28 Using SD Cards 28 Getting Answers Chapter 3: Boost Your Memory 34 Installing Memory Chapter 4: Problem, Meet Solution 44 Problems That Prevent You from Using Your Mac mini 46 Reinstalling the Software That Came with Your Mac mini 47 Resetting Your Password 48 Using Disk Utility Contents 5
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... instructions and the safety information starting on page 28. Be sure to look over the information in Mac Help. For information about getting started . Important: Before you plug your Mac mini. If you're an experienced user, you may already know enough to get started . Answers to... Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go 9 Your Mac mini is designed so that you can be found on your Mac mini in Chapter 2, "Life with Your Mac mini," to find out about the features of your Mac mini into a power outlet, read this section for instructions about Mac Help, see "Getting Answers" on page 59....
... instructions and the safety information starting on page 28. Be sure to look over the information in Mac Help. For information about getting started . Important: Before you plug your Mac mini. If you're an experienced user, you may already know enough to get started . Answers to... Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go 9 Your Mac mini is designed so that you can be found on your Mac mini in Chapter 2, "Life with Your Mac mini," to find out about the features of your Mac mini into a power outlet, read this section for instructions about Mac Help, see "Getting Answers" on page 59....
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What's in the Box Your Mac mini comes with the following components: Power cord HDMI to DVI Adapter Follow the steps on the next several pages to set up your Mac mini. 10 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go
What's in the Box Your Mac mini comes with the following components: Power cord HDMI to DVI Adapter Follow the steps on the next several pages to set up your Mac mini. 10 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go
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... the power cord that interferes with your Mac mini; Important: Cooling air enters your Mac mini through the gap around foot) Exhaust vent Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go 11 Setting Up Your Mac mini Place your Mac mini right side up on the back. other end into the back of your Mac mini on a soft surface (such as a blanket or...don't block the back vent. HDMI ® Cool air inlet (around the bottom cover and exits through the vent on a firm surface. Don't place your Mac mini, and then plug the other power cords may not work. Step 1: Plug the power cord into a power outlet.
... the power cord that interferes with your Mac mini; Important: Cooling air enters your Mac mini through the gap around foot) Exhaust vent Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go 11 Setting Up Your Mac mini Place your Mac mini right side up on the back. other end into the back of your Mac mini on a soft surface (such as a blanket or...don't block the back vent. HDMI ® Cool air inlet (around the bottom cover and exits through the vent on a firm surface. Don't place your Mac mini, and then plug the other power cords may not work. Step 1: Plug the power cord into a power outlet.
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HDMI ® Your Mac mini comes with AirPort Extreme technology for "AirPort." 12 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go 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. For information about setting up a wireless connection, choose Help > Mac Help, and search for wireless networking.
HDMI ® Your Mac mini comes with AirPort Extreme technology for "AirPort." 12 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go 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. For information about setting up a wireless connection, choose Help > Mac Help, and search for wireless networking.
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Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go 13 Step 3: Connect the USB cable from your Mac mini. If it doesn't, plug the mouse into the USB port on the back of your keyboard and mouse. HDMI ® Your Mac mini doesn't come with a keyboard or a mouse, but you can use almost any USB keyboard and mouse. If your keyboard has a USB (d) port, plug your mouse into a USB (d) port on the keyboard.
Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go 13 Step 3: Connect the USB cable from your Mac mini. If it doesn't, plug the mouse into the USB port on the back of your keyboard and mouse. HDMI ® Your Mac mini doesn't come with a keyboard or a mouse, but you can use almost any USB keyboard and mouse. If your keyboard has a USB (d) port, plug your mouse into a USB (d) port on the keyboard.
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...can use a USB keyboard that came with the keyboard and mouse to set them up with your Mac mini. 14 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go To open Keyboard preferences, choose Apple () > System Preferences, click Keyboard, then click Modifier Keys and follow the instructions that isn...a Command (x) or Option modifier key, which are standard on an Apple keyboard. If you purchased an Apple Wireless Keyboard or Magic Mouse with your Mac mini, follow the onscreen instructions. Check the manufacturer's website for the Mac OS, it may require software drivers. Using a Wireless Keyboard or ...
...can use a USB keyboard that came with the keyboard and mouse to set them up with your Mac mini. 14 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go To open Keyboard preferences, choose Apple () > System Preferences, click Keyboard, then click Modifier Keys and follow the instructions that isn...a Command (x) or Option modifier key, which are standard on an Apple keyboard. If you purchased an Apple Wireless Keyboard or Magic Mouse with your Mac mini, follow the onscreen instructions. Check the manufacturer's website for the Mac OS, it may require software drivers. Using a Wireless Keyboard or ...
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Use the HDMI to the HDMI port. ÂÂ A VGA connector. Connect directly to the Mini DisplayPort. HDMI port HDMI Mini DisplayPort HDMI ® Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go 15 Your Mac mini doesn't come with your local Apple Retail Store. Use a Mini DisplayPort to VGA Adapter to connect to the HDMI port. ÂÂ A DVI connector...
Use the HDMI to the HDMI port. ÂÂ A VGA connector. Connect directly to the Mini DisplayPort. HDMI port HDMI Mini DisplayPort HDMI ® Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go 15 Your Mac mini doesn't come with your local Apple Retail Store. Use a Mini DisplayPort to VGA Adapter to connect to the HDMI port. ÂÂ A DVI connector...
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If you already have a Mac, Setup Assistant can help you enter your Internet and email information and set up a user account on your Mac mini. Setup Assistant helps you automatically transfer user accounts, files, applications, and other information from your previous Mac using an Ethernet, FireWire, or a wireless connection. 16 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go The first time you turn on your Mac mini. ® HDMI ® Step 6: Configure your Mac mini with Setup Assistant. Step 5: Press the power (®) button on the back to turn on your Mac mini, Setup Assistant starts.
If you already have a Mac, Setup Assistant can help you enter your Internet and email information and set up a user account on your Mac mini. Setup Assistant helps you automatically transfer user accounts, files, applications, and other information from your previous Mac using an Ethernet, FireWire, or a wireless connection. 16 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go The first time you turn on your Mac mini. ® HDMI ® Step 6: Configure your Mac mini with Setup Assistant. 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. For more information, open Utilities, and double-click Migration Assistant. If you don't use Setup Assistant to transfer information when you first start up another authorization for use your other Mac, it's best to deauthorize it ...later using System Preferences, your command center for most settings on your Mac mini. Go to the Applications folder, open Mac Help and search for "System Preferences" or for the specific preference you can easily make your desktop look the way you ...
Choose Apple () > System Preferences from the Help menu in the Dock. For more information, open Utilities, and double-click Migration Assistant. If you don't use Setup Assistant to transfer information when you first start up another authorization for use your other Mac, it's best to deauthorize it ...later using System Preferences, your command center for most settings on your Mac mini. Go to the Applications folder, open Mac Help and search for "System Preferences" or for the specific preference you can easily make your desktop look the way you ...
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... the hard disk is dark and the disk drive stops spinning. Moving your Mac mini on the optional Apple Remote. When your Mac mini wakes from your Mac mini for 3 seconds. Shutting Down Your Mac mini If you won't be away from sleep, your Mac mini, press any key on the keyboard or any button on again, press the power (®...
... the hard disk is dark and the disk drive stops spinning. Moving your Mac mini on the optional Apple Remote. When your Mac mini wakes from your Mac mini for 3 seconds. Shutting Down Your Mac mini If you won't be away from sleep, your Mac mini, press any key on the keyboard or any button on again, press the power (®...
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The Apple website at www.apple.com/support. Chapter 2 Life with Your Mac mini 21 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. Read on the Apple Support website at www.apple.com has links to the latest Apple news, free downloads, and online catalogs of your Mac mini.
The Apple website at www.apple.com/support. Chapter 2 Life with Your Mac mini 21 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. Read on the Apple Support website at www.apple.com has links to the latest Apple news, free downloads, and online catalogs of your Mac mini.
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What's on the Front of Your Mac mini Built-in infrared (IR) receiver Slot-loading optical disc drive Memory access cover Power indicator light 22 Chapter 2 Life with Your Mac mini
What's on the Front of Your Mac mini Built-in infrared (IR) receiver Slot-loading optical disc drive Memory access cover Power indicator light 22 Chapter 2 Life with Your Mac mini
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...Connect wireless devices, such as Bluetooth mobile phones, PDAs, printers, or the Apple Wireless Keyboard and Magic Mouse (you can purchase the Apple Wireless Keyboard and Magic Mouse at www.apple.com/store or your Mac mini-all from your iTunes library, watch photo slideshows and movie trailers, or play...±RW, and DVD±R Double Layer (DL) discs. Note: Display adapters and other accessories for your Mac mini are sold separately at www.apple.com/store or your Mac mini is on bottom) The removable foot provides easy access to 30 feet (9.1 meters) away. Power indicator light A...
...Connect wireless devices, such as Bluetooth mobile phones, PDAs, printers, or the Apple Wireless Keyboard and Magic Mouse (you can purchase the Apple Wireless Keyboard and Magic Mouse at www.apple.com/store or your Mac mini-all from your iTunes library, watch photo slideshows and movie trailers, or play...±RW, and DVD±R Double Layer (DL) discs. Note: Display adapters and other accessories for your Mac mini are sold separately at www.apple.com/store or your Mac mini is on bottom) The removable foot provides easy access to 30 feet (9.1 meters) away. Power indicator light A...
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What's on the Back of Your Mac mini Power port HDMI HDMI port Mini DisplayPort USB 2.0 ports (4) SD card slot Power HDMI button ® Gigabit Ethernet port (10/100/1000 Cool air inlet (around foot) Base-T) FireWire 800 port Audio in port Exhaust vent Audio out port 24 Chapter 2 Life with Your Mac mini
What's on the Back of Your Mac mini Power port HDMI HDMI port Mini DisplayPort USB 2.0 ports (4) SD card slot Power HDMI button ® Gigabit Ethernet port (10/100/1000 Cool air inlet (around foot) Base-T) FireWire 800 port Audio in port Exhaust vent Audio out port 24 Chapter 2 Life with Your Mac mini
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The Ethernet port automatically detects Ethernet devices and doesn't require an Ethernet crossover cable. ® Power button Press to turn your Mac mini. You can also connect USB 1.1 devices. H One FireWire 800 port Connect high-speed external devices, such as digital video cameras and storage devices. d Four ... microphone or digital audio equipment. SD card slot Insert a standard Secure Digital (SD) card from a digital camera or orther device. Chapter 2 Life with your Mac mini on page 28. HDMI HDMI port Connect a TV or other device that uses an HDMI connector. £...
The Ethernet port automatically detects Ethernet devices and doesn't require an Ethernet crossover cable. ® Power button Press to turn your Mac mini. You can also connect USB 1.1 devices. H One FireWire 800 port Connect high-speed external devices, such as digital video cameras and storage devices. d Four ... microphone or digital audio equipment. SD card slot Insert a standard Secure Digital (SD) card from a digital camera or orther device. Chapter 2 Life with your Mac mini on page 28. HDMI HDMI port Connect a TV or other device that uses an HDMI connector. £...
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... about using your Mac mini Mac mini Support site at www.apple.com/support/macmini. Moving from the list of the following : To learn about See Troubleshooting your Mac mini if you have a problem Chapter 4, "Problem, Meet Solution" on page 54, or go to the for your Mac mini, see all topics.... ÂÂ Choose Mac Help to a Mac "Why you'll love a Mac" at www.apple.com/getamac/whymac. Finding service ...
... about using your Mac mini Mac mini Support site at www.apple.com/support/macmini. Moving from the list of the following : To learn about See Troubleshooting your Mac mini if you have a problem Chapter 4, "Problem, Meet Solution" on page 54, or go to the for your Mac mini, see all topics.... ÂÂ Choose Mac Help to a Mac "Why you'll love a Mac" at www.apple.com/getamac/whymac. Finding service ...