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3. Connect to a wireless network using built in AirPort Extreme technology Bluetooth wireless technology inside Connect wireless devices such as Bluetooth printers wireless headsets or input devices such as the Apple Wireless Keyboard Magic Mouse or Magic Trackpad you can purchase the Apple Wireless Keyboard Magic Mouse or Magic Trackpad at www apple com store or your local Apple Retail Store Note Display adapters and other accessories for your Mac mini are sold separately at www apple com store or your local Apple Retail Store Chapter 2 Life with Your Mac mini 31 What s on the Back of Your Mac mini Power HDMI HDMI 7 Thunderbolt Y USB 2 0 SD card port port port ports 4 slot Power button lt gt Gigabit Ethernet Cool air inlet Je Audio in f Audio out port 10 100 1000 around foot port port Base T S FireWire 800 Exhaust vent port 32 Chapter 2 Life with Your Mac mini HDMI Power port Connect the power cord that came with your Mac mini HDMI port Connect a TV or other device that uses an HDMI connector Thunderbolt port high speed data video and audio Connect Thunderbolt compatible devices for high speed data transfer or connect an external display that uses Mini DisplayPort You can purchase adapters to connect displays that use DVI or VGA Four high speed USB Universal Serial Bus 2 0 ports Connect an iPod iPhone iPad mouse keyboard
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5. again to start up your Mac mini Keep holding down the Option key until your Mac mini starts up then click the arrow under the icon of the hard disk you want to use as your startup disk After your Mac mini starts up open System Preferences and click Startup Disk Select a local Mac OS X system folder If the problem occurs frequently you may need to reinstall your system software see Repairing Restoring or Reinstalling Mac OS X Software on page 52 If your Mac mini doesn t turn on or start up Make sure the power cord is plugged into your Mac mini and into a functioning power outlet Chapter 4 Problem Meet Solution Restart your computer while holding down the Command key 8 and R key until the computer restarts When the Mac OS X Utilities application appears select an option to repair your disk restore your software or reinstall Mac OS X and Apple applications from the Mac OS X Utilities pane For more information see Repairing Restoring or Reinstalling Mac OS X Software on page 52 Press the power button and immediately hold down the Command 38 Option P and R keys on an Apple keyboard until you hear the startup sound a second time This resets the parameter RAM PRAM On other keyboards press the power button O and immediately hold down the Windows Alt P and R keys Unplug the power cord and wait at least 30 seconds Plug the power cord back in and press the power button again to start u
6. click Continue Select the disk that contains the Time Machine backup and then follow the onscreen instructions Chapter 4 Problem Meet Solution Reinstalling Mac OS X and Apple Applications Under some circumstances you may need to reinstall Mac OS X and Apple applications You can reinstall while keeping your files and user settings intact Important The Mac OS X Utilities application also reinstalls and restores Mac OS X Lion Server software if you have it installed on your Mac mini Make sure the Mac mini is connected to the Internet via an Ethernet or Wi Fi network To connect to a Wi Fi network follow the instructions on page 53 2 In the Mac OS X Utilities pane select Reinstall Mac OS X and click Continue When you re asked to select a disk select your current Mac OS X disk in most cases it s the only one available To install optional software click Customize Click Install You can install Mac OS X without erasing the disk which saves your existing files and settings or you can erase the disk first which erases all your data and leaves the computer ready for you to reinstall Mac OS X and Apple applications After reinstalling Mac OS X you can then go to the Mac App Store and re download the applications that came with your Mac mini and other apps you purchased from the Mac App Store Important Apple recommends that you back up the data on the disk before restoring software Apple is not responsible
7. power management enabled with the computer set to sleep after 10 minutes of user inactivity To wake your computer click the mouse or trackpad button or press any key on the keyboard For more information about ENERGY STAR visit www energystar gov Disposal and Recycling Information This symbol indicates that your product must be disposed of properly according to local laws and regulations When your product reaches its end of life contact Apple or your local authorities to learn about recycling options For information about Apple s recycling program go to www apple com recycling European Union Disposal Information The symbol above means that according to local laws and regulations your product should be disposed of separately from household waste When this product reaches its end of life take it to a collection point designated by local authorities Some collection points accept products for free The separate collection and recycling of your product at the time of disposal will help conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment T rkiye EEE y netmeligine Elektrikli ve Elektronik Esyalarda Bazi Zararl Maddelerin Kullan m n n Sinirlandirilmasina Dair Y netmelik uygundur Brasil Informa es sobre descarte e reciclagem O s mbolo acima indica que este produto e ou sua bateria n o devem ser descartadas no lixo dom stico Quando decidi
8. printer disk drive digital camera joystick external USB modem and more You can also connect USB 1 1 devices SD card slot Insert a standard Secure Digital SD card from a digital camera or other device For more information see Using SD Cards on page 36 Audio out port Connect headphones external powered speakers or digital audio equipment This port also supports input and mics on devices such as headsets with microphones Audio in port Connect a line level microphone or digital audio equipment FireWire 800 port Connect high speed external devices such as digital video cameras and storage devices Ethernet port Connect to a high speed 10 100 1000Base T Ethernet network a DSL or cable modem or another computer The Ethernet port automatically detects Ethernet devices and doesn t require an Ethernet crossover cable Power button Press to turn your Mac mini on or off or put it to sleep Chapter2 Life with Your Mac mini 33 34 Using the Apple Remote With the optional Apple Remote you can control system volume play music from your iTunes library watch photo slideshows in iPhoto and control Keynote presentations on your Mac mini all from up to 30 feet 9 1 meters away The Apple Remote can Navigate in iTunes iPhoto and DVD player Put your Mac mini to sleep or wake it up To use the Apple Remote e Press the Play Pause button to play or pause a song slideshow or
9. version number the build version and the serial number Open System Information in the Utilities folder in Launchpad and click Hardware Chapter 4 Problem Meet Solution Last but Not Least www apple com environment GT Rec ergonomics 66 For your safety and that of your equipment follow these rules for handling and cleaning your Mac mini and for working more comfortably Keep these instructions handy for reference by you and others NOTICE Incorrect storage or use of your computer may void the manufacturer s warranty Important Safety Information WARNING Failure to follow these safety instructions could result in fire electric shock or other injury or damage Proper handling Set up your Mac mini on a stable work surface that allows for adequate air circulation under and around the computer Do not operate your Mac mini on a pillow or other soft material as the material can block the airflow vents Never push objects into the ventilation openings Water and wet locations Keep your Mac mini away from sources of liquid such as drinks washbasins bathtubs shower stalls and so on Protect your Mac mini from dampness or wet weather such as rain snow and fog Hearing damage Permanent hearing loss may occur if earbuds or headphones are used at high volume You can adapt over time to a higher volume of sound that may sound normal but can be damaging to your hearing If you experience ri
10. C Grant FCC Bluetooth Wireless Compliance The antenna used with this transmitter must not be colocated or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter subject to the conditions of the FCC Grant 73 74 Canadian Compliance Statement This device complies with Industry Canada license exempt RSS standard s Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Cet appareil est conforme aux normes CNR exemptes de licence d Industrie Canada Le fonctionnement est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes 1 cet appareil ne doit pas provoquer d interf rences et 2 cet appareil doit accepter toute interf rence y compris celles susceptibles de provoquer un fonctionnement non souhait de l appareil Bluetooth Industry Canada Statement This Class B device meets all requirements of the Canadian interference causing equipment regulations Cet appareil num rique de la Class B respecte toutes les exigences du R glement sur le mat riel brouilleur du Canada Industry Canada Statement Complies with the Canadian ICES 003 Class B specifications Cet appareil num rique de la classe B est conforme la norme NMB 003 du Canada This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Bluetooth Europe EU Declaration of Conformity This wireless device complies
11. Congratulations you and your Mac mini were made for each other Welcome to your Mac mini www apple com macmini Thunderbolt SD card slot HDMI high speed I O Import photos and videos Connect Mac mini to Connect high performance from your digital camera your big screen HDTV devices and displays Help Center Help Center Help Center ET SD card SY HDMI X thunderbolt Mac mini shown with Thunderbolt Display Apple Wireless Keyboard and Magic Mouse OS X Lion www apple com macosx FN Launchpad Instant access to all your apps Mission Control A bird s eye view of what s running on your Mac in one place Help Center Help Center CX mission control EX launchpad Mail iPhoto Group your Organize edit messages by and share conversations your photos Help Center iPhoto Help CX mail EX photos Full screen Make apps full screen with a click Help Center eX full screen iMovie Turn home videos into home blockbusters iMovie Help EX movie Mac App Store The best way to discover and download Mac apps Help Center EY mac app store GarageBand Create great sounding songs with ease GarageBand Help EX record 10 11 20 23 24 24 30 32 34 36 36 41 Contents Chapter 1 Ready Set Up Go What s in the Box Setting Up Your Mac mini Setting Up DVD or CD Sharing Migrating Information to Your Mac mini Getting Additional Information onto Your
12. Mac mini Putting Your Mac mini to Sleep or Shutting It Down Chapter 2 Life with Your Mac mini What s on the Front of Your Mac mini What s on the Back of Your Mac mini Using the Apple Remote Using SD Cards Getting Answers Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory Installing Memory Contents 5 49 49 52 57 58 60 61 62 64 66 68 70 72 73 80 Chapter 4 Problem Meet Solution An Ounce of Prevention Problems That Prevent You from Using Your Mac mini Repairing Restoring or Reinstalling Mac OS X Software Checking for a Hardware Problem Problems with Your Internet Connection Problems with Wireless Communication Keeping Your Software Up to Date Learning More Service and Support Locating Your Product Serial Number Chapter 5 Last but Not Least Important Safety Information Important Handling Information Understanding Ergonomics Apple and the Environment Regulatory Compliance Information Looking for Something Index Contents Ready Set Up Go www apple com macmini BORKEN Migration Assistant 8 Your Mac mini is designed so that you can easily set it up and start using it right away If you ve never used a Mac mini or are new to Mac computers read this section for instructions about getting started Important Before you plug your Mac mini into a power outlet read all the installation instructions and the safety information in Chapter 5 Important Safety Information on page 66 If you re a
13. On an Apple keyboard hold down the Option key and Command key 3 and then press the Esc key On other keyboards hold down the Windows key and Alt key and then press the Esc key If a dialog appears select the frozen application and click Force Quit Then restart your Mac mini to be sure the problem is entirely cleared up Hold down the power button on the back of your Mac mini for five seconds to shut it down Unplug the power cord from your Mac mini Then plug the power cord back in and press the power button to turn your Mac mini on Chapter 4 Problem Meet Solution 49 If the problem reoccurs when you use a particular application check with the application s manufacturer to see if the application is compatible with the version of Mac OS X installed on your Mac mini For support and contact information about the software that came with your Mac mini go to www apple com downloads or to the manufacturer s website If the problem occurs frequently try repairing your disk restoring your software from a backup or reinstalling your system software using the Mac OS X Utilities application see Repairing Restoring or Reinstalling Mac OS X Software on page 52 If your Mac mini freezes during startup or you see a flashing question mark Wait a few seconds If your Mac mini doesn t start up shut it down by holding down the power button for 8 to 10 seconds Then hold down the Option key and press the power button
14. about setting up a wireless connection choose Help gt Help Center and search for AirPort 12 Chapter 1 Ready Set Up Go Step 3 Connect the USB cable from your keyboard and mouse E29 C M ME 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 port plug your mouse into the USB port on the keyboard If it doesn t plug the mouse into a USB port Y on the back of your Mac mini Note If you have Mac OS X Lion Server you can set it up remotely from another computer For information open the Server application and choose Server Help from the Help menu Chapter 1 Ready Set Up Go 13 14 You can use Keyboard preferences to change the behavior of the Caps Lock Control Option and Command 3 modifier keys To open Keyboard preferences choose Apple gt System Preferences click Keyboard then click Modifier Keys and follow the onscreen instructions If you use a USB keyboard that isn t specifically designed for the Mac OS it may not have a Command 8 or Option modifier key which are standard on Apple keyboards If you have a keyboard from another manufacturer The Windows key the icon on the key looks like a Windows logo is equivalent to the Command 3 modifier key on an Apple keyboard The Alt key is equivalent to the Option modifier key on an Apple keyboard Using a USB mouse or keyboar
15. and enabled For more information see Setting Up DVD or CD Sharing on page 20 Attach an external USB optical disc drive to the USB port on your Mac mini and insert your installation disc Putting Your Mac mini to Sleep or Shutting It Down When you finish working with your Mac mini you can put it to sleep or shut it down Putting Your Mac mini to Sleep If you ll be away from your Mac mini for less than a few days put it to sleep instead of shutting it down When your Mac mini is in sleep you can quickly wake it and bypass the startup process Note Sleep isn t recommended for Mac mini server because the server can t provide services while it s in sleep Chapter 1 Ready Set Up Go To put your Mac mini to sleep do one of the following Choose Apple gt Sleep from the menu bar Press the power button on the back of your Mac mini Choose Apple gt System Preferences click Energy Saver and set a sleep timer Hold down the Play Pause button gt on the optional Apple Remote for 3 seconds To wake your Mac mini press any key on the keyboard or any button on the optional Apple Remote When your Mac mini wakes from sleep your applications documents and computer settings are exactly as you left them Shutting Down Your Mac mini If you won t be using your Mac mini for more than a few days shut it down Choose Apple gt Shut Down To turn your Mac mini on again press the power button
16. choose Join Other Network Enter the network s name and password Chapter 4 Problem Meet Solution 53 54 EY Repairing a Disk with Disk Utility If you have a problem with your computer or if you start your computer and see the Mac OS X Utilities pane you may need to repair your computers disk Select Disk Utility in the Mac OS X Utilities pane and click Continue Select the disk or partition in the list on the left and then click the First Aid tab 3 Click Repair Disk If Disk Utility can t repair the disk back up as much of your information as possible and then follow the instructions in Reinstalling Mac OS X and Apple Applications on page 55 For information about Disk Utility and its options see Help Center or open Disk Utility in the Utilities folder in Lauchpad and choose Help Disk Utility Help Restoring Information Using a Time Machine Backup If you previously created a Time Machine backup use the Restore utility to restore everything on your computer to its previous state Use your Time Machine backup only to restore information to the computer that was the source of the backup If you want to transfer information to a new computer use Migration Assistant If your backup is on a Time Capsule make sure your Mac mini is connected to an Ethernet or Wi Fi network To connect to a Wi Fi network follow the instructions on page 53 In the Mac OS X Utilities pane select Restore From Time Machine Backup and
17. ckwise to the unlocked position Press on the cover to pop up the opposite side and then remove the cover N amp Press here Co Macmini CO 4 ooou0 omc Lift here Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory Step 4 Remove the original memory modules Gently spread the clips at the ends of the top memory module just enough to let the free edge pop up j Pull the module out of the slot Repeat to remove the second bottom module Retainer clips d Chapter3 Boost Your Memory 43 Step 5 Install the new modules Carefully press the notched edge of the new memory module into the bottom slot while keeping the opposite edge slightly raised Repeat to install the top memory module Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory Step 6 Replace the bottom cover Replace the bottom cover using the alignment dots to place it in the unlocked position Align the dots Locked WARNING 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 Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory 45 46 Step 7 Reconnect the cables Reconnect the power cord and any other cables you disconnected Step 8 Check the new memory Press the power button to tur
18. d accidentally get inside the computer through vent openings or get stuck inside a port Using connectors and ports Never force a connector into a port When connecting a device make sure the port is free of debris that the connector matches the port and that you have positioned the connector correctly in relation to the port Storing your Mac mini If you are going to store your Mac mini for an extended period of time keep it in a cool location ideally 71 F or 22 C Cleaning your Mac mini When cleaning the outside of your Mac mini first shut down your Mac mini and unplug the power cord Then use a damp soft lint free cloth to clean the computer s exterior Avoid getting moisture in any openings Do not spray liquid directly on the computer Do not use aerosol sprays solvents or abrasives that might damage the finish Chapter 5 Last but Not Least 69 70 Understanding Ergonomics Here are some tips for setting up a healthy work environment Keyboard When you use the keyboard your shoulders should be relaxed Your upper arm and forearm should form an approximate right angle with your wrist and hand in roughly a straight line Change hand positions often to avoid fatigue Some computer users might develop discomfort in their hands wrists or arms after intensive work without breaks If you begin to develop chronic pain or discomfort in your hands wrists or arms consult a qualified health specialist Mouse Position t
19. d from another manufacturer may require software drivers Check the manufacturer s website for the latest software drivers Using a Wireless Keyboard Magic Mouse or Magic Trackpad If you purchased an Apple Wireless Keyboard Magic Mouse or Magic Trackpad with your Mac mini follow the instructions that came with the device to set them up with your Mac mini Chapter 1 Ready Set Up Go Step 4 Connect a display cable to the HDMI port or Thunderbolt port Your Mac mini doesn t come with a display but you can connect a display that has A Mini DisplayPort or Thunderbolt connector Connect directly to the Thunderbolt port An HDMI connector Connect directly to the HDMI port A DVI connector Use the HDMI to DVI Adapter that came with your Mac mini to connect to the HDMI port AVGA connector Use a Mini DisplayPort to VGA Adapter to connect to the Thunderbolt port Adapters are available at www apple com store or your local Apple Retail Store HDMI Thunderbolt port Chapter 1 Ready Set Up Go 15 Step 5 Press the power button on the back to turn on your Mac mini Step 6 Configure your Mac mini with Setup Assistant or Server Assistant The first time you turn on your Mac mini Setup Assistant or Server Assistant starts Setup Assistant helps you enter your Internet information and set up a user account on your Mac mini Continue reading Setting Up with Setup Assistant on page 17 Server Assistant sta
20. d the other Mac are on the same wireless network Check the AirPort status icon A in the menu bar to see what network you re connected to On the other Mac choose Apple gt System Preferences and then open Sharing 3 In the Sharing pane select DVD or CD Sharing in the Service list If you want other users to request permission to share a DVD or CD select Ask me before allowing others to use my DVD drive To enable DVD or CD Sharing if your other computer is a Windows computer Make sure your Mac mini and the Windows computer are on the same wireless network On the Windows computer open the DVD or CD Sharing control panel 3 Select Enable Remote DVD or CD If you want other users to request permission to share a DVD or CD select Ask me before allowing others to use my DVD drive Chapter 1 Ready Set Up Go To use a shared DVD or CD On the other computer insert a DVD or CD in the optical disc drive On your Mac mini select the remote disc when it appears under Devices in the Finder sidebar If you see the Ask to use button click it On the other computer when prompted click Accept to allow your Mac mini to use the DVD or CD On your Mac mini use the disc as you normally would once it becomes available If you try to shut down the other computer or eject the shared DVD or CD while your Mac mini is using it you see a message telling you that the disc is in use To proceed cl
21. e Apple Support website to find help for your Mac amp Disk Utility Repair or erase a disk using Disk Utility Continue Use the Mac OS X Utilities application to Restore your software and data from a Time Machine backup Reinstall Mac OS X Lion and Apple applications e Repair your computer s disk using Disk Utility Chapter 4 Problem Meet Solution Restore your computer to its factory settings by erasing its disk and reinstalling Mac OS X Lion and your Apple applications If your computer detects a problem it opens the Mac OS X Utilities application automatically You can also open it manually by restarting your computer To open the Mac OS X Utilities application Restart your computer while holding down the Command key 36 and R key Important If the Mac OS X Utilities application doesn t appear after restarting hold down Command 36 Option R and restart the computer to access the Mac OS X Utilities software from the Internet Your computer must be connected to a network that has access to the Internet Some utilities in the Mac OS X Utilities pane require access to the Internet and the Mac App Store You may need to make sure your computer is connected to the Internet via your Ethernet or Wi Fi network To connect via a Wi Fi network Choose a network from the Wi Fi status menu in the upper right corner of the screen If necessary type the network password To join a closed network
22. eception This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device in accordance with the specifications in Part 15 of FCC rules These specifications are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference in a residential installation However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation You can determine whether your computer system is causing interference by turning it off If the interference stops it was probably caused by the computer or one of the peripheral devices If your computer system does cause interference to radio or television reception try to correct the interference by using one or more of the following measures Turn the television or radio antenna until the interference stops Move the computer to one side or the other of the television or radio Move the computer farther away from the television or radio Plug the computer into an outlet that is on a different circuit from the television or radio That is make certain the computer and the television or radio are on circuits controlled by different circuit breakers or fuses If necessary consult an Apple Authorized Service Provider or Apple See the service and support information that came with your Apple product Or consult an experienced radio television technician for additional suggestions Important Changes or modifications to this product not aut
23. ernet FireWire or wireless connection to transfer information For information about working with the services in Mac OS X Lion Server open the Server application and choose Server Help in the Help menu For more information about Mac OS X Lion Server see the Lion Server website at www apple com macosx server Chapter 1 Ready Set Up Go 19 20 Step 7 Customize your desktop and set your preferences You can quickly customize the desktop using System Preferences Choose Apple gt System Preferences from the menu bar or click the System Preferences icon in the Dock For more information open Help Center and search for System Preferences or for the specific preference you want to change Important You can set an option in Users amp Groups preferences to help you reset your login password if you forget it You should set your password preferences soon after setup Setting Up DVD or CD Sharing For direct access to CDs and DVDs you can attach an external optical drive to a USB port on your Mac mini You can also partner your Mac mini with another Mac or Windows computer that has an optical disc drive and is on the same wired or wireless network The computer with the optical drive can be a Mac with Mac OS X v10 4 10 or later or a Windows 7 Windows XP or Windows Vista computer If the Mac has Mac OS X v10 5 3 or later DVD or CD Sharing is already installed You can partner with more than one other computer but you can
24. for any lost data Chapter 4 Problem Meet Solution 55 56 idi Restoring Your Computer to Its Factory Settings When you restore your computer to its factory settings everything on your computer your user accounts network settings and all of your files and folders is deleted Before you restore back up any files you want to keep by copying them to another disk Write down your network settings from Network preferences to make it easier to get connected again after reinstalling Mac OS X Make sure you re connected to the Internet via an Ethernet or Wi Fi network To connect to a Wi Fi network follow the instructions on page 53 In the Mac OS X Utilities pane select Disk Utility and click Continue 3 Select the disk in the list on the left and then click the Erase tab 4 Choose Mac OS Extended Journaled from the Format pop up menu type a name for the disk and then click Erase After the disk is erased choose Disk Utility Quit Disk Utility 6 In the Mac OS X Utilities pane select Reinstall Mac OS X and click Continue To reinstall Mac OS X and Apple applications follow the instructions in the Mac OS X Installer After restoring Mac OS X and Apple applications you can selectively restore your other data and applications from a Time Machine backup Chapter 4 Problem Meet Solution Checking for a Hardware Problem If you suspect a hardware problem use the Apple Hardware Test application to help determ
25. he mouse at the same height as the keyboard and within a comfortable reach Chair An adjustable chair that provides firm comfortable support is best Adjust the height of the chair so your thighs are horizontal and your feet are flat on the floor The back of the chair should support your lower back lumbar region Follow the manufacturer s instructions for adjusting the backrest to fit your body properly You might have to raise your chair so that your forearms and hands are at the proper angle to the keyboard If this makes it impossible to rest your feet flat on the floor use a footrest with adjustable height and tilt to make up for any gap between the floor and your feet Or you can lower the desktop to eliminate the need for a footrest Another option is to use a desk with a keyboard tray that s lower than the regular work surface Chapter 5 Last but Not Least Display Arrange the display so that the top of the screen is slightly below eye level when you re sitting at the keyboard The best distance from your eyes to the screen is up to you although most people seem to prefer 18 to 28 inches 45 to 70 cm Position the display to minimize glare and reflections on the screen from overhead lights and nearby windows If possible use a tiltable display stand The stand lets you set the display at the best angle for viewing helping to reduce or eliminate glare from lighting sources you can t move Shoulders 18 28 in 45 70 cm Top of t
26. he screen at or relaxed REESE slightly below eye level You may need to adjust the height of your display by raising or lowering your work surface Forearms and hands in a straight line Forearms level ND or tilted slightly Screen positioned to avoid reflected glare Lower back Clearance under supported work surface Thighs tilted Feet flat on the floor slightly or on a footrest More information about ergonomics is available on the web Chapter 5 Last but Not Least 71 Apple and the Environment Apple Inc recognizes its responsibility to minimize the environmental impact of its operations and products More information is available on the web www apple com environment 72 Chapter 5 Last but Not Least Regulatory Compliance Information FCC Compliance Statement This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation See instructions if interference to radio or television reception is suspected Radio and Television Interference This computer equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy If it is not installed and used properly that is in strict accordance with Apple s instructions it may cause interference with radio and television r
27. horized by Apple Inc could void the EMC compliance and negate your authority to operate the product This product has demonstrated EMC compliance under conditions that included the use of compliant peripheral devices and shielded cables including Ethernet network cables between system components It is important that you use compliant peripheral devices and shielded cables between system components to reduce the possibility of causing interference to radios television sets and other electronic devices Responsible party contact for FCC matters only Apple Inc Corporate Compliance 1 Infinite Loop MS 26 A Cupertino CA 95014 Location of EMC Number To view the EMC number for this device remove the bottom cover and look next to the memory installation illustrations For help removing the cover see Chapter 3 Wireless Radio Use This device is restricted to indoor use when operating in the 5 15 to 5 25 GHz frequency band Cet appareil doit tre utilis l int rieur TOMAS ARAM 5 18 5 32 GHz CHELTHSZER IA BAICEWTOMERARECT Exposure to Radio Frequency Energy The radiated output power of this device is well below the FCC and EU radio frequency exposure limits However this device should be operated with a minimum distance of at least 20 cm between the AirPort Card antennas and a person s body and must not be colocated or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter subject to the conditions of the FC
28. ick Continue Migrating Information to Your Mac mini If you didn t transfer your information to your Mac mini when you first set it up you can use Migration Assistant to transfer your information at any time For example using Migration Assistant you can transfer your user account including all your photos music and files from a Mac or PC to your new Mac mini You can also transfer information to a Mac mini from a disk or Time Machine backup Important To migrate information from a Mac server you must do it during server setup Migration Assistant doesn t transfer server information after setup To migrate information from a Mac or PC the other computer must be on the same wired or wireless network You can also migrate information from a Mac that s connected via a FireWire cable and started up in target disk mode For help migrating information open Help Center and search for Migration Assistant Chapter 1 Ready Set Up Go 23 24 Getting Additional Information onto Your Mac mini Your Mac mini comes with several applications installed including the iLife suite Many other applications can be downloaded from the Internet If you want to install third party applications you can Open the Mac App Store to purchase and download applications and even download some applications for free Install applications on your Mac mini using the optical disc drive on another Mac or Windows computer if DVD or CD Sharing is set up
29. ics Chapter2 Life with Your Mac mini More Information For more information about using your Mac mini see the following To learn about Troubleshooting your Mac mini if you have a problem See Chapter 4 Problem Meet Solution on page 47 Finding service and support for your Mac mini Learning More Service and Support on page 62 or go to the Mac mini Support site at www apple com support macmini Using Mac OS X Lion or Mac OS X Lion Server The Mac OS X Lion site at www apple com macosx Or search for Mac OS X in Help Center The Lion Server website at www apple com macosx server Or open the Server application and then choose Server Help from the Help menu Moving from a PC to a Mac Why you ll love a Mac at www apple com getamac whymac Using iLife applications The iLife website at www apple com ilife Or open an iLife application open Help for the application and then type a question or term in the search field Changing System Preferences System Preferences by choosing Apple gt System Preferences Or search for system preferences in Help Center Using SD cards The Apple support page at www apple com support and search for sd Using AirPort Extreme wireless technology The AirPort Support page at www apple com support airport Or open Help Center and search for AirPort Using Bluetooth wireless technology The Bluetooth Suppor
30. ine if there s a problem with one of the Mac mini components To use Apple Hardware Test Disconnect all external devices from your Mac mini except the keyboard mouse and display If you have an Ethernet cable connected disconnect it Restart your Mac mini while holding down the D key 3 When the Apple Hardware Test chooser screen appears select the language you want to use 4 Press the Return key or click the right arrow button 5 When the Apple Hardware Test main screen appears after about 45 seconds follow the onscreen instructions If Apple Hardware Test detects a problem it displays an error code Make a note of the error code before pursuing support options If Apple Hardware Test doesn t detect a hardware failure the problem may be software related Important If Apple Hardware Test doesn t appear after restarting hold down Command 38 Option D and restart the computer to access Apple Hardware Test from the Internet Your computer must be connected to a network that has access to the Internet Chapter 4 Problem Meet Solution 57 58 A WU N Problems with Your Internet Connection Your Mac mini has the Network Setup Assistant application to help you set up an Internet connection Open System Preferences and click Network Click the Assist me button to open Network Setup Assistant If you have trouble with your Internet connection try using Network Diagnostics To use Network Diagnostics Choose A
31. kflow issues in Mac OS X Lion Server environments AppleCare Help Desk Support provides graphical user interface level assistance with Mac OS X Server network configuration and server administration AppleCare OS Support plans also include support for command line tools and mixed platform integration Choose from three levels of AppleCare OS Support Select Preferred or Alliance For more information visit www apple com support products enterprise or visit the website for your country listed in the table Chapter 4 Problem Meet Solution 63 64 Country Phone United States 1 800 275 2273 Website www apple com support Australia 61 1 300 321 456 www apple com au support Canada English 1 800 263 3394 www apple com ca support www apple com ca fr support www apple com ie support www apple com nz support French Ireland 353 1850 946 191 New Zealand 00800 7666 7666 United Kingdom 44 0844 209 0611 www apple com uk support Telephone numbers are subject to change and local and national telephone rates may apply A complete list is available on the web www apple com support contact phone contacts html Locating Your Product Serial Number Use any of these methods to find your Mac mini serial number Look on the bottom of your Mac mini Choose Apple from the menu bar and choose About This Mac Click the version number beneath the words Mac OS X to cycle through the Mac OS X
32. movie Press Right or Left to skip to the next or previous song in your iTunes library or the next or previous chapter in a DVD movie Hold down Right or Left to fast forward or rewind a song or a movie Press Up or Down to adjust the volume Up m Select Left 5 Right ww Menu o Play Pause Chapter2 Life with Your Mac mini N 1 2 Pairing Your Apple Remote To make sure that your Mac mini can be controlled by only your Apple Remote you can pair them This is helpful if you use your Mac mini where there are other Mac computers televisions audio equipment or other devices that use an infrared remote To pair an Apple Remote and your Mac mini Point the remote at the IR receiver on the front of your Mac mini from a distance of 3 to 4 inches 8 to 10 cm Hold down the Right button and Menu button menu simultaneously for 5 seconds After pairing a chainlink symbol appears onscreen To unpair an Apple Remote and your Mac mini Choose Apple gt System Preferences from the menu bar Click Security and then click Unpair For more information about using an Apple Remote or changing the battery see the documentation that came with your optional Apple Remote Turning Off IR Reception If you want to prevent your Mac mini from being controlled by any remote you can use Security preferences to turn off IR reception To turn off IR reception Choose Apple gt System Preference
33. n experienced user you may already know enough to get started Make sure you look over the information in Chapter 2 Life with Your Mac mini on page 27 to find out about the features of your Mac mini If you know you won t be migrating information from another Mac and you d like to get started using your Mac mini right away you can use Setup Assistant to set up your Mac mini quickly For more information see Setting Up with Setup Assistant on page 17 If you want to migrate information from another Mac to your Mac mini you can use Setup Assistant to specify the computer whose information you want to transfer For more information see Setting Up with Setup Assistant on page 17 After you set up your Mac mini if you want to get content from DVDs or CDs onto your Mac mini you can set up one or more Mac or Windows computers to partner with your Mac mini For more information see Setting Up DVD or CD Sharing on page 20 Chapter 1 Ready Set Up Go If you re using your Mac mini with Mac OS X Lion Server it s ready to host all of the services provided by Lion Server You can use Server Assistant to set up your server and migrate information from another Mac server For information about using your Mac server or using Lion Server open the Server application and choose Server Help in the Help menu To learn more about Mac OS X Lion Server software see the Lion Server website at www apple com macosx server Answers to many ques
34. n on your Mac mini When you see the Mac OS X desktop choose Apple gt About This Mac and check that the reported amount of memory is correct If the reported memory size isn t correct or if your Mac mini repeatedly sounds three tones it s having trouble recognizing a memory module If this happens shut down your Mac mini verify the module specifications against the requirements listed on page 41 and then repeat the memory installation instructions to make sure the modules are installed correctly If you still have problems remove the memory and consult the support information that came with the memory or contact the vendor who provided the memory Chapter3 Boost Your Memory Problem Meet Solution www apple com support Help Center CHED 48 Occasionally you may have a problem while working with your Mac mini Read on for troubleshooting tips to try when you have a problem You can also find more troubleshooting information in Help Center or on the Mac mini Service amp Support website at www apple com support macmini When you have a problem with your Mac mini there s usually a simple and quick solution Think about the conditions that led up to the problem Making a note of things you did before the problem occurred will help you narrow down possible causes and find the answers you need Things to note include The applications you were using when the problem occurred Problems that occur only with a specific ap
35. network set up an account and exit Setup Assistant Chapter 1 Ready Set Up Go 17 18 To do a setup with migration select From another Mac or PC and click Continue Follow the onscreen instructions to select the Mac or PC you want to migrate information from Your Mac or PC must be on the same wired or wireless network You can also connect another Mac by using a FireWire cable and then restarting it in target disk mode To restart a Mac in target disk mode restart the computer while holding down the T key After selecting your Mac or PC follow the onscreen directions for migrating information To transfer information from a Time Machine backup or another disk select From a Time Machine backup or other disk and click Continue Select the backup or the other disk that you want to migrate information from and click Continue Follow the onscreen directions for transferring the information If you don t intend to keep or use your other computer it s best to deauthorize it from playing music videos or audiobooks that you ve purchased from the iTunes Store Deauthorizing a computer prevents any songs videos or audiobooks you ve purchased from being played by someone else and frees up another authorization for use For information about deauthorizing choose iTunes Help from the Help menu in iTunes After you set up your Mac mini check for updated software Choose Apple gt Software Update from the menu bar and follow the
36. nging in your ears or muffled speech stop listening and have your hearing checked The louder the volume the less time is required before your hearing could be affected Hearing experts suggest that to protect your hearing Chapter 5 Last but Not Least Limit the amount of time you use earbuds or headphones at high volume Avoid turning up the volume to block out noisy surroundings Turn the volume down if you can t hear people speaking near you High risk activities This computer system is not intended for use in the operation of nuclear facilities aircraft navigation or communications systems air traffic control systems or for any other uses where the failure of the computer system could lead to death personal injury or severe environmental damage Important Electrical equipment may be hazardous if misused Operation of this product or similar products must always be supervised by an adult Do not allow children access to the interior of any electrical product and do not permit them to handle any cables Do Not Make Repairs Yourself Your Mac mini doesn t have any user serviceable parts except for memory To install memory follow the instructions in Chapter 3 Except for memory do not attempt to replace or repair any components inside your Mac mini If your Mac mini needs service consult an Apple Authorized Service Provider or Apple See Learning More Service and Support on page 62 WARNING Making adjustmen
37. nt 17 shared optical disc 22 sharing files 22 shutting down your computer controlled 25 forced 49 sleep 24 software installing DVD or CD sharing 21 specifications 38 System Information 38 System Preferences 37 T Thunderbolt port 33 troubleshooting AirPort Extreme 60 Apple Hardware Test 57 can t start up 50 connecting to partner computer 51 date and time lost 51 flashing question mark 50 freeze during startup 50 Internet connection 58 Network Diagnostics 58 pointer won t move 49 U updating software 61 USB ports 33 V video adapters 15 video port 33 W waking your computer 25 Windows key Mac equivalent 14 Looking for Something 81 Apple Inc 2011 Apple Inc All rights reserved Under the copyright laws this manual may not be copied in whole or in part without the written consent of Apple Every effort has been made to ensure that the information in this manual is accurate Apple is not responsible for printing or clerical errors Apple 1 Infinite Loop Cupertino CA 95014 408 996 1010 www apple com The Apple logo is a trademark of Apple Inc registered in the U S and other countries Use of the keyboard Apple logo Option Shift K for commercial purposes without the prior written consent of Apple may constitute trademark infringement and unfair competition in violation of federal and state laws Apple the Apple logo AirPort AirPort Extreme Finder FireWire GarageBand iLife iM
38. onscreen instructions Chapter 1 Ready Set Up Go Setting Up with Server Assistant The first time you turn on your Mac mini with Mac OS X Lion Server installed Server Assistant asks for some basic information that Lion Server needs in order to start up and connect to the network Be ready to provide the following information the first time you turn on your Mac mini An account name and password An organizational name that s unique in your company A host name which can be for your local network only for your local network and VPN access from the Internet or an Internet host name you purchased from a domain name registrar Detailed network settings including IP address subnet mask and DNS servers The network settings may be provided by your Internet router or a server on your network If so it should be configured to provide your server the same IP address all the time static mapping or DHCP reservation For help with Server Assistant click the Help button in any pane For help setting up Mac OS X Lion Server remotely on a Mac mini without a keyboard mouse or display open the Server application and choose Server Help in the Help menu If you already have a Mac with Mac OS X Server version 10 5 or later Server Assistant can help you automatically transfer system settings service settings user accounts files applications and other information from your previous Mac server any model to your Mac mini Use an Eth
39. ormation To get information about your Mac mini use System Information It shows you what hardware and software is installed the serial number and operating system version how much memory is installed and more Open System Information in the Utilities folder in Launchpad Chapter 4 Problem Meet Solution AppleCare Service and Support Your Mac mini comes with 90 days of technical support and one year of hardware repair warranty coverage at an Apple Retail Store or an Apple authorized repair center such as an Apple Authorized Service Provider AASP You can extend your coverage by purchasing the AppleCare Protection Plan For information visit www apple com support products or visit the website address for your country listed in the table If you need assistance AppleCare telephone support representatives can help you with installing and opening applications and basic troubleshooting Call the support center number nearest you the first 90 days are complimentary Have the purchase date and your Mac mini serial number ready when you call Note Your 90 days of complimentary telephone support begins on the date of purchase and telephone fees may apply Apple also offers expert support for Mac OS X Server Beyond the scope of the complimentary 90 day support these products offer assistance with in depth technical issues for one full year AppleCare OS Support delivers consultative telephone and email support for networking and wor
40. ovie iPhone iPhoto iPod iTunes Keynote Mac Mac OS QuickTime Safari Time Capsule and Time Machine are trademarks of Apple Inc registered in the U S and other countries The FireWire logo and iPad are trademarks of Apple Inc AppleCare Apple Store and iTunes Store are service marks of Apple Inc registered in the U S and other countries App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc ENERGY STAR is a U S registered trademark The Bluetooth word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG Inc and any use of such marks by Apple is under license Thunderbolt and the Thunderbolt logo are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the United States and other countries Other company and product names mentioned herein may be trademarks of their respective companies Mention of third party products is for informational purposes only and constitutes neither an endorsement nor a recommendation Apple assumes no responsibility with regard to the performance or use of these products Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Dolby Pro Logic and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Confidential Unpublished Works 1992 1997 Dolby Laboratories Inc All rights reserved Simultaneously published in the United States and Canada
41. p your Mac mini If you still can t start up your Mac mini see Learning More Service and Support on page 62 for information about contacting Apple for service If your Mac mini can t connect to another computer s optical disc drive To use services such as Migration Assistant DVD or CD Sharing and iTunes music sharing both your Mac mini and the other computer must be connected to the same network If your Mac mini is connected wirelessly and the other computer is connected to a third party router by Ethernet check your router documentation to make sure it supports bridging a wireless to wired connection If your date and time settings get lost repeatedly You may need to have the internal backup battery replaced For information about contacting Apple for service see Learning More Service and Support on page 62 Chapter 4 Problem Meet Solution 51 52 Repairing Restoring or Reinstalling Mac OS X Software If you have a problem with your Mac software or hardware Mac OS X provides repair and restore utilities that may eliminate problems and can even restore your software to its original factory settings You can access these utilities from the Mac OS X Utilities application even if your computer isn t starting up correctly END 5 Restore From Time Machine Backup You have a backup of your system that you want to restore Reinstall Mac OS X amp Set up and install a new copy of Lion Get Help Online Browse th
42. plication may indicate that the application is incompatible with the version of Mac OS installed on your computer Any new software that you installed especially software that added items to the System folder Any new hardware that you installed such as additional memory or a peripheral WARNING Do not attempt to open your Mac mini except to install memory If your Mac mini needs service see Learning More Service and Support on page 62 for information about how to contact an Apple Authorized Service Provider or Apple for service Your Mac mini doesn t have any user serviceable parts except the memory Chapter 4 Problem Meet Solution An Ounce of Prevention If you have a problem with your computer or software having kept up to date Time Machine backups ensures that your data won t be lost If you make regular Time Machine backups you can restore your software and all your data to exactly the way it was at the time of the backup Even serious issues are of less concern when you safeguard your information with Time Machine Problems That Prevent You from Using Your Mac mini If your Mac mini won t respond or the pointer won t move Make sure the mouse and keyboard are connected Unplug and then plug in the connectors making sure they re secure If you have wireless input devices check that the device batteries are charged Try turning off and on any wireless device Try to force problem applications to quit
43. pple gt System Preferences Click Network and then click Assist me Click Diagnostics to open Network Diagnostics Follow the onscreen instructions If Network Diagnostics can t resolve the problem there may be a problem with the Internet service provider ISP you re trying to connect to with an external device you re using to connect to your ISP or with the server you re trying to access You can try the steps in the following sections Cable Modem DSL Modem and LAN Internet Connections Make sure all modem cables are firmly plugged in including the modem power cord the cable from the modem to the computer and the cable from the modem to the wall jack Also check the cables and power supplies to any Ethernet hubs or routers Turn off your DSL or cable modem for a few minutes and then turn it back on Some ISPs recommend that you unplug the modem s power cord If your modem has a reset button you can press it either before or after you turn the power off and on Chapter 4 Problem Meet Solution di Important Instructions that refer to modems do not apply to LAN users LAN users might have hubs switches routers or connection pods that cable and DSL modem users don t have LAN users should contact their network administrator rather than an ISP PPPoE Connections If you re unable to connect to your ISP using PPPoE Point to Point Protocol over Ethernet make sure you have entered the correct information in Net
44. r descartar este produto e ou sua bateria fa a o de acordo com as leis e diretrizes ambientais locais Para informa es sobre o programa de reciclagem da Apple pontos de coleta e telefone de informa es visite www apple com br environment Battery Disposal Information Dispose of batteries according to your local environmental laws and guidelines Deutschland Dieses Ger t enth lt Batterien Bitte nicht in den Hausm ll werfen Entsorgen Sie dieses Ger t am Ende seines Lebenszyklus entsprechend der ma geblichen gesetzlichen Regelungen Nederlands Gebruikte batterijen kunnen worden ingeleverd bij de chemokar of in een speciale batterijcontainer voor klein chemisch afval kca worden gedeponeerd a Taiwan Battery Statement TES TECH SEE IRMA aR Chinese Battery Statement Seni MERRE KANE AHR HE BEN Er SEV LI Wer Fa USAC R Pb x x x R Hg o o o 38 cd o o o TOME o o o Cr VI SRR o o o PBB ZR O o o PBDE O AUC SG RORE ZRA AARRE SJ T 11363 2006 JUE HRE 2 3E DA F X RRRASASMREDE RMR Bilt sJ T 1363 2006 ME HRE ER Bene iur Tiii rn EEF TIENE SJ TTI364 2006 0 HAHN E BUDA AP a RARE BSD ABE IT EA BE a BUEMRGSFIBIRERIR ORTE MALEN 7 m AT Eee AAP IR RT BER PIR SAI E FA 5b FR BARR IA EE T Pa LE SZ REP EH i ES IMR FG BB ER G 7 77 Looking for Something 80 Index A AirPort base station 60 AirPort Extreme 37 Al
45. r your computer You can set your Mac mini to check for updates periodically and then you can download and install updated software To check for updated software Choose Apple gt System Preferences Click the Software Update icon and follow the instructions on the screen For more information search for Software Update in Help Center For the latest server troubleshooting information and software updates go to the Lion Server website at www apple com macosx server Chapter 4 Problem Meet Solution 61 62 Learning More Service and Support Your Mac mini doesn t have any user serviceable parts except the memory If you need service take your Mac mini to an Apple Authorized Service Provider or contact Apple for service You can find more information about your Mac mini through online resources onscreen help System Information or Apple Hardware Test If you want a certified technician to install additional memory contact an Apple Authorized Service Provider or an Apple Retail Store Online Resources For online service and support information go to www apple com support Choose your country from the pop up menu You can search the AppleCare Knowledge Base check for software updates or get help from Apple s discussion forums Onscreen Help You can find answers to many of your questions as well as instructions and troubleshooting information in Help Center In the Finder choose Help Help Center System Inf
46. recommends that you have an Apple certified technician install memory To arrange for installation contact an Apple Authorized Service Provider or an Apple Retail Store Damage you cause to your equipment while installing memory isn t covered by the limited warranty on your Mac mini 40 Chapter3 Boost Your Memory Installing Memory Your Mac mini has two memory slots in which you can install a pair of 1 GB 2 GB or 4 GB memory modules for a maximum of 8 GB of memory For best performance don t mix modules of different sizes always install two identical memory modules Memory modules for your Mac mini must meet the following specifications Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Module SO DIMM format 1333 MHz PC3 10600E DDR3 compliant also called DDR3 1333 Unbuffered and unregistered You can purchase Apple memory from an Apple Authorized Reseller the online Apple Store at www apple com store or your local Apple Retail Store WARNING Always shut down your Mac mini and remove the power cord before installing memory Do not install memory while your Mac mini is plugged in Step 1 Turn off your Mac mini Choose Apple gt Shut Down Step 2 Disconnect all cables Disconnect the power cord and all other cables from your Mac mini Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory 41 42 Step 3 Remove the bottom cover Lay your Mac mini upside down on a soft cloth or towel and then rotate the bottom cover counterclo
47. rts up if your Mac mini uses Mac OS X Lion Server For more information see Setting Up with Server Assistant on page 19 Chapter 1 Ready Set Up Go EY Setting Up with Setup Assistant You can transfer information from another Mac or PC during setup You can also use Setup Assistant to transfer information from a Time Machine backup or other disk You may have to update software if the other Mac doesn t have Mac OS X version 10 5 3 or later installed To migrate from a PC you need to download Migration Assistant for Windows from http apple com migrate to mac After you start Setup Assistant on your Mac mini you can leave it midprocess without quitting move to the other computer if you need to update its software and then return to your Mac mini to complete the setup 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 Migration Assistant in the Utilities folder in Launchpad For help using Migration Assistant open Help Center and search for Migration Assistant To set up your Mac mini In Setup Assistant follow the onscreen instructions until you get to the Transfer Information to This Mac screen Do a basic setup a setup with migration or transfer information from a Time Machine backup or other disk To do a basic setup select Don t transfer now and click Continue Follow the remaining prompts to select your wireless
48. s from the menu bar and then click Security Select the Disable remote control infrared receiver checkbox Chapter 2 Life with Your Mac mini 35 36 N Using SD Cards The SD card slot on the back of your Mac mini accepts most standard SD Secure Digital SDHC SD High Capacity and SDXC SD Extended Capacity cards from digital cameras and other devices You can also use MiniSD MicroSD and other smaller cards in a passive adapter For more information about card sizes speeds and capacities search for SD on the Apple Support website at www apple com support To insert an SD card Hold the card with the metal contacts facing down and toward the computer and slide the card into the slot NOTICE Don t try to insert any card that exceeds standard SD card dimensions and don t force any SD card into the slot Doing so could damage your Mac mini Getting Answers More information about using your Mac mini is available in Help Center on your computer and on the Internet at www apple com support macmini To open Help Center Click the Finder icon in the Dock the bar of icons along the edge of the screen Click the Help menu in the menu bar and then do one of the following Type a question or term in the Search field and then choose a topic from the list of results or choose Show All Results to see all topics Choose Help Help Center to open the Help Center window where you can browse or search top
49. t key Mac equivalent 14 AppleCare 63 Apple Hardware Test 57 Apple Remote pairing 35 using 34 Apple Wireless Keyboard 14 applications forcing quit 49 iLife 37 installing 24 Migration Assistant 17 Audio in port 33 Audio out port 33 B battery disposal 77 internal backup 51 Bluetooth 37 C cleaning 69 Looking for Something connection problems with another computer 51 D data transfer 33 Disk Utility 54 display external 33 See also screen DVD or CD Sharing installing software 21 with Windows computer 22 E environment 72 ergonomics 70 Ethernet port 33 exhaust vent 11 F FireWire port 33 H HDMI port 33 Help Center 36 high speed data transfer 33 iLife applications 37 infrared receiver disabling 35 location 31 installing DVD or CD Sharing Setup 21 iTunes Store 18 K keyboard PC equivalent keys 14 L Lion Server 9 M Mac OS X updates 61 using 37 Mac OS X Lion Server 37 Mac OS X Utilities application 52 Magic Mouse 14 31 Magic Trackpad 14 31 memory maximum 40 type to use 41 Mini DisplayPort 33 P partner computer connection problems 51 DVD or CD Sharing Setup software 20 power button 33 power indicator light 31 power port 33 R reinstalling Mac OS X 55 Remote Disc 22 23 repairing a disk 54 restoring information 54 restoring your computer 56 S SD cards 36 37 SD card slot 33 serial number 64 Server Assistant 19 service and support 62 Setup Assista
50. t page at www apple com support bluetooth Or open Help Center and search for Bluetooth Connecting a printer Help Center and search for printing Chapter 2 Life with Your Mac mini 37 38 To learn about FireWire and USB connections See Help Center and search for FireWire or USB Connecting to the Internet Help Center and search for Internet Using a display Help Center and search for display Using the Thunderbolt port Connecting a TV Help Center and search for Thunderbolt The Mac mini site at www apple com support macmini Apple Remote Help Center and search for remote Specifications The Specifications page at www apple com support specs Or open System Information in the Utilities folder in Launchpad and then clicking More Info Apple news free downloads and online catalogs of software and hardware The Apple site at www apple com Instructions technical support and manuals for Apple products The Apple Support site at www apple com support Chapter2 Life with Your Mac mini Boost Your Memory www apple com store Help Center v Your Mac mini came with at least 2 gigabytes GB of memory on a pair of 1 GB memory modules You can replace these with a pair of 2 GB or 4 GB memory modules for a maximum of 8 GB of memory The following pages show you how to install memory modules in your Mac mini WARNING Apple
51. tions can be found on your Mac mini in Help Center For information about Help Center see Getting Answers on page 36 Apple may release new versions and updates of its software so the images in this book may be slightly different from what you see onscreen Chapter 1 Ready Set Up Go 9 What s in the Box Your Mac mini comes with the following components eL 5I SO 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 Setting Up Your Mac mini Place your Mac mini right side up on a firm surface Use only the power cord that came with your Mac mini other power cords may not work Important Cooling air enters your Mac mini through the gap around the bottom cover and exits through the vent on the back Don t place your Mac mini on a soft surface such as a blanket or deep carpet that interferes with airflow around the bottom cover and don t block the back vent Step 1 Plug the power cord into the back of your Mac mini and then plug the other end into a power outlet Cool air inlet Exhaust vent around foot Chapter 1 Ready Set Up Go 11 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 wireless networking For information
52. ts or performing procedures other than those specified in your equipment s manual may result in hazardous radiation exposure Chapter 5 Last but Not Least 67 68 If you install items other than memory you risk damaging your equipment and such damage isn t covered by the limited warranty on your Mac mini WARNING Never push objects of any kind into this product through the ventilation openings in the case Doing so may be dangerous and damage your computer Important Handling Information NOTICE Failure to follow these handling instructions could result in damage to your Mac mini or other property Operating environment Operating your Mac mini outside these ranges may affect performance Operating temperature 50 to 95 F 10 to 35 C Storage temperature 40 to 116 F 40 to 47 C Relative humidity 596 to 9596 noncondensing Maximum operating altitude 10 000 feet 3048 meters Turning on your Mac mini Never turn on your Mac mini unless all of its internal and external parts are in place Operating your Mac mini when parts are missing may be dangerous and may damage your Mac mini Chapter 5 Last but Not Least Carrying your Mac mini Before you lift or reposition your Mac mini shut it down and disconnect all cables and cords connected to it If you carry your Mac mini in a bag or briefcase make sure that there are no loose items such as paper clips or coins that coul
53. use only one partner computer at a time Chapter 1 Ready Set Up Go ET nr O ur O E AA C s Mac or Windows computer Wireless base station Mac mini f the other computer is a Windows computer or a Mac with a Mac OS X version earlier than 10 5 3 download the DVD or CD Sharing Setup software for your partner computer e If the other computer is a Windows computer go to http support apple com kb DL112 and download the DVD or CD Sharing Setup For Windows Installer e If the other computer is a Mac with Mac OS X v10 4 10 10 5 2 go to http support apple com kb DL113 and download the DVD or CD sharing Setup for Mac Installer Important After you install the DVD or CD Sharing Setup package on your other Mac make sure you have the latest software by choosing Apple gt Software Update Install any available Mac OS X updates Chapter 1 Ready Set Up Go 21 22 You can enable DVD or CD Sharing on a Mac or Windows computer and then use the Remote Disc feature of Mac mini Remote Disc allows you to share the discs you insert in the optical disc drive of the other computer Some discs such as DVD movies and game discs may be copy protected and therefore unusable through DVD or CD Sharing Note Instructions for enabling DVD or CD Sharing are also available at http support apple com kb HT177 To enable DVD or CD Sharing if your other computer is a Mac Make sure your Mac mini an
54. using an AirPort base station see Help Center or visit the AirPort Support website at www apple com support airport If you can t resolve the issue using these steps contact your ISP or network administrator Problems with Wireless Communication If you have trouble using wireless communication Make sure the computer or network you re trying to connect to is running and has a wireless access point Make sure you ve properly configured the software according to the instructions that came with your base station or access point Chapter 4 Problem Meet Solution e Make sure your Mac mini is within antenna range of the other computer or the network s access point Nearby electronic devices or metal structures can interfere with wireless communication and reduce this range Repositioning or rotating your Mac mini or the other computer might improve reception e Check the Wi Fi status menu A in the menu bar Up to four bars appear indicating signal strength If the signal strength is weak try changing your location Choose Help Help Center and then search for Airport Also see the instructions that came with the wireless device Keeping Your Software Up to Date You can connect to the Internet and automatically download and install the latest versions of free software drivers and other enhancements from Apple When your Mac mini is connected to the Internet Software Update checks to see if any updates are available fo
55. v i EU direktivet 1999 5 EF Polski Niniejszym Apple Inc o wiadcza ze ten Mac mini sq zgodne z zasadniczymi wymogami oraz pozosta ymi stosownymi postanowieniami Dyrektywy 1999 5 EC Portugu s Apple Inc declara que este dispositivo Mac mini est em conformidade com os requisitos essenciais e outras disposi es da Directiva 1999 5 CE Rom n Prin prezenta Apple Inc declar c acest aparat Mac mini este n conformitate cu cerin ele esen iale si cu celelalte prevederi relevante ale Directivei 1999 5 CE Slovensko Apple Inc izjavlja da je ta Mac mini skladne z bistvenimi zahtevami in ostalimi ustreznimi dolo ili direktive 1999 5 ES Slovensky Apple Inc t mto vyhlasuje Ze toto Mac mini spia z kladn po iadavky a v etky pr slu n ustanovenia Smernice 1999 5 ES Suomi Apple Inc vakuuttaa t ten ett t m Mac mini tyyppinen laite on direktiivin 1999 5 EY oleellisten vaatimusten ja sit koskevien direktiivin muiden ehtojen mukainen Svenska H rmed intygar Apple Inc att denna Mac mini st r i verensst mmelse med de v sentliga egenskapskrav och vriga relevanta best mmelser som framg r av direktiv 1999 5 EG A copy of the EU Declaration of Conformity is available at www apple com euro compliance This equipment can be used in the following countries AT BG BE CY CZ DK EE FI FR DE GR IE IT LV LT LU MT NL PL PT RO SK ES SE GB IS LI NO CH
56. with the R amp TTE Directive Europe EU Declaration of Conformity See www apple com euro compliance Ce oO benrapcku Apple Inc neknapupa ue rosa Mac mini e B CbOTBETCTBNE CbC Cb lecrBeHure N3VNCKBAHMA N npyrure npunoxuMu npasuna Ha lupekrusa 1999 5 EC Cesky Spole nost Apple Inc t mto prohla uje ze tento Mac mini je ve shod se z kladn mi po adavky a dal mi p slu n mi ustanoven mi sm rnice 1999 5 ES Dansk Undertegnede Apple Inc erkl rer herved at folgende udstyr Mac mini overholder de vaesentlige krav og ovrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999 5 EF Deutsch Hiermit erklart Apple Inc dass sich das Mac mini in bereinstimmung mit den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den brigen einschl gigen Bestimmungen der Richtlinie 1999 5 EG befinden Eesti K esolevaga kinnitab Apple Inc et see Mac mini vastab direktiivi 1999 5 EU p hin uetele ja nimetatud direktiivist tulenevatele teistele asjakohastele s tetele English Hereby Apple Inc declares that this Mac mini is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999 5 EC Espanol Por medio de la presente Apple Inc declara que este Mac mini cumple con los requisitos esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la Directiva 1999 5 CE EAAnvika Me tnv napo oa n Apple Inc SnAwvet ott aut n cuokeur Mac mini ouppop wvetat POG Tic Baoik c ANAIT OEI Kat tic Aorrr c oxeik c Stata
57. work preferences To enter PPPoE settings Choose Apple gt System Preferences Click Network 3 Click Add at the bottom of the network connection services list and choose PPPoE from the Interface pop up menu Choose an interface for the PPPoE service from the Ethernet pop up menu Choose Ethernet if you re connecting to a wired network or Wi Fi if you re connecting to a wireless network 5 Click Create Enter the information you received from your service provider such as the account name password and PPPoE service name if your service provider requires it Click Apply to make the settings active Chapter 4 Problem Meet Solution 59 60 Network Connections Make sure the Ethernet cable is plugged into your Mac mini and into the network Check the cables and power supplies to your Ethernet hubs and routers If you have two or more computers sharing an Internet connection make sure your network is set up properly You need to know whether your ISP provides only one IP address or a different IP address for each computer If your ISP provides only one IP address then you must have a router capable of sharing the connection also known as network address translation NAT or IP masquerading For setup information see the documentation provided with your router or ask the person who set up your network You can use an AirPort base station to share one IP address among multiple computers For information about
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