Old Mac Mini Upgrade

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Before you begin

To minimize the possibility of damage to the computer components due to static discharge, it's important to wear an antistatic wrist strap while you work with your computer's memory.

Choose your model

Mac mini models have different memory (RAM) installation requirements. Choose your Mac mini model for more information. If you need help determining which Mac mini you have, find out how to identify Mac mini models.

2020
Mac mini (M1, 2020)

2018
Mac mini (2018)

2014
Mac mini (Late 2014)

2012
Mac mini (Late 2012) Wsd scan for mac.

2011
Mac mini (Mid 2011)

2010
Mac mini (Mid 2010)

2009
Mac mini (Late 2009)
Mac mini (Early 2009)

2007
Mac mini (Mid 2007)

2006
Mac mini (Late 2006)
Mac mini (Early 2006)

2005
Mac mini (Original)

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2020

Mac mini (M1, 2020) has memory that is integrated into the AppleM1chip and can't be upgraded. You can configure the memory in your Mac mini when you purchase it.

2018

Mac mini (2018) does not have user-installable RAM. You can configure the memory in your Mac mini (2018) when you purchase it. To upgrade the memory in your Mac mini (2018), go to an Apple Store or Apple Authorized Service Provider.

RAM availability varies by country and region.

2014

Mac mini (Late 2014) has memory that is integrated into the main logic board and can't be upgraded.

2012, 2011, 2010

To remove and install memory in your Mac mini (Late 2012), Mac mini (Mid 2011), or Mac mini (Mid 2010), use the following steps.

Remove the bottom cover

1. Turn off your Mac mini. From the Apple menu (), choose Shut Down.
2. Disconnect the power cord and all other cables from your Mac mini.
3. Lay your Mac mini upside down on a soft cloth or towel, and then rotate the bottom cover counterclockwise to the unlocked position.
   
4. Press on the cover to pop up the opposite side, and then remove the cover.
   

Remove the original memory modules

1. Gently spread the clips at the ends of the top memory module just enough to let the free edge pop up.
   
2. Pull the module out of the slot.
   
3. Repeat to remove the second, bottom module.

Install the new memory

1. Carefully press the notched edge of the new memory module into the bottom slot while keeping the opposite edge slightly raised.
   
2. Press down on the raised edge until the clips snap into place.
   
3. Repeat to install the top memory module.

Replace the bottom cover

Don't connect the power cord or turn on your Mac mini until you replace the bottom cover. Never operate your Mac mini without the cover in place.

1. Replace the bottom cover using the alignment dots to place it in the unlocked position.
   
2. Rotate the cover clockwise to lock it in place.
   
3. Reconnect the power cord and any other cables you disconnected.

After you install the memory, confirm that your Mac mini sees the new memory.

2009 and earlier

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To remove or install memory in the following Mac mini models, go to an Apple Authorized Service Provider.

Confirm that your Mac sees the new memory

To check that the computer recognizes the new memory:

1. Start up your computer.
2. When you see your desktop, choose Apple menu , then choose About This Mac.
3. Confirm that the memory listed matches the memory you installed.

If the reported memory size isn't correct or if your Mac mini repeatedly plays three tones, it may be having trouble recognizing a memory module. If this happens, shut down your Mac mini, verify the module specifications against the requirements for your Mac mini model, and then repeat the memory installation instructions to make sure that the modules are installed correctly. If you still have issues, remove the memory and consult the support information that came with the memory, or contact the vendor who provided the memory.

my father gave my son his old mac mini (mid-2007) to use for school. he had Lion on it when we got it, but it was so bogged down with software, that my son didn't need, that i reformatted the drive. I've been running the software update, but it won't get me up to snow leopard. he said that when he got the computer, it was already on that, and never had to pay for any upgrades. meaning, he has no other disks for upgrading this mini. do i now need to purchase upgrades? and how far can it be upgraded to? i looked in about this mac and it's 2 GHz Core 2 Duo 2 with 2 GB 667 SDRAM. he needs to be able to access google classroom in order to make this a good option.

any help will be appreciated!

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