Congratulations, you and your Mac miniwere made for each other.

10 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

Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go 11 Step 3: Connect the USB cable from your keyboard and mouse. Your Mac mini doesn’t come with a keyboard or a mou

12 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go You can use Keyboard preferences to change the behavior of the Caps Lock, Control, Option, and Command (x ) modif

Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go 13 Step 4: Connect a display cable to the Mini-DVI port or Mini DisplayPort. Your Mac mini doesn’t come with a disp

14 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go Step 5: Press the power (® ) button on the back to turn on your Mac mini.Step 6: Configure your Mac mini with M

Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go 15Â Whether you’ll create user and group accounts on your Mac mini, or use accounts from an existing directory servi

16 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go Setting Up DVD or CD Sharing You can use DVD or CD sharing to partner with another Mac or Windows computer that h

Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go 17 Getting Additional Information onto Your Mac mini If you want to install third-party applications from a DVD or C

18 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go 2 On the other Mac, choose Apple ( ) > System Preferences and then open Sharing. 3 In the Sharing panel, sel

Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go 19 2 On the Windows computer, open the DVD or CD Sharing control panel. 3 Select “Enable DVD or CD Sharing.” If you

20 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go Putting Your Mac mini to Sleep or Shutting It Down When you finish working with your Mac mini, you can put it to

22 Life with Your Mac miniwww.apple.com/server/macosxMac Help server

Chapter 2 Life with Your Mac mini 23Read on for an overview of the features and ports of your Mac mini.The Apple website at www.apple.com links you

24 Chapter 2 Life with Your Mac miniWhat’s on the Front of Your Mac miniPowerindicator lightInfrared(IR) receiverBluetoothantennaAirPort antennas

Chapter 2 Life with Your Mac mini 25Note: Display adapters and other accessories for your Mac mini are sold separately at www.apple.com/store or y

26 Chapter 2 Life with Your Mac miniWhat’s on the Back of Your Mac mini,fHPowerbuttonSecurity slotPowerport®¯GHeadphoneout/opticaldigital audioout

Chapter 2 Life with Your Mac mini 27£Mini-DVI port Use the included Mini-DVI to DVI Adapter to connect to a DVI display or a TV.£Mini DisplayPortCo

28 Chapter 2 Life with Your Mac miniUsing the Apple RemoteWith the optional Apple Remote you can play music from your iTunes music library, watch p

Chapter 2 Life with Your Mac mini 29To pair your Apple Remote with your Mac mini: 1 Move very close to your Mac mini (within 3 to 4 inches or 8 to

Contents 3 Contents Chapter 1: Ready, Set Up, Go 7 Working with Mac OS X Server 8 What’s in the Box 9 Setting Up Your Mac mini 16 Setting Up DVD or

30 Chapter 2 Life with Your Mac miniGetting AnswersMore information about using your Mac mini is available in Mac Help on your computer, and on the

Chapter 2 Life with Your Mac mini 31Using AirPort Extreme wireless technologyThe AirPort Support page at www.apple.com/support/airport.Or open Mac

33 Problem, Meet Solutionwww.apple.com/supportMac Help help

Chapter 3 Problem, Meet Solution 35Occasionally, you may have problems while working with your Mac mini. Read on for troubleshooting tips to try wh

36 Chapter 3 Problem, Meet SolutionProblems That Prevent You from Using Your Mac miniIf your computer won’t respond or the pointer won’t move Make

Chapter 3 Problem, Meet Solution 37If your Mac mini freezes during startup or you see a flashing question mark Wait a few seconds. If your Mac min

38 Chapter 3 Problem, Meet SolutionReinstalling Software Using Remote Install Mac OS X Use Remote Install Mac OS X on a partner computer whose opti

Chapter 3 Problem, Meet Solution 393 Read the introduction and click Continue.4 Select the installation disc you want to use, and click Continue.5

4 Contents 45 Problems with AirPort Extreme Wireless Communication 46 Keeping Your Software Up to Date 46 Learning More, Service, and Support 50 Loca

40 Chapter 3 Problem, Meet SolutionResetting Your PasswordYou can reset your administrator password and passwords for all other accounts.To reset y

Chapter 3 Problem, Meet Solution 41Other ProblemsIf you have a problem with an applicationFor problems with software from a manufacturer other than

42 Chapter 3 Problem, Meet SolutionUsing Apple Server DiagnosticsIf you suspect a problem with your Mac mini hardware, use Apple Server Diagnostics

Chapter 3 Problem, Meet Solution 43If you have trouble with your Internet connection, you can try the steps in this section for your type of connec

44 Chapter 3 Problem, Meet SolutionPPPoE Connections If you are unable to connect to your ISP using PPPoE (Point to Point Protocol over Ethernet),

Chapter 3 Problem, Meet Solution 45If only one IP address is provided, then you must have a router capable of sharing the connection, also known as

46 Chapter 3 Problem, Meet Solution See AirPort Help (choose Help > Mac Help, and then choose Library > AirPort Help from the menu bar). Als

Chapter 3 Problem, Meet Solution 47If you want additional memory installed, contact an Apple Authorized Service Provider or an Apple Store retail l

48 Chapter 3 Problem, Meet SolutionApple also offers expert support for Mac OS X Server. Beyond the scope of the complimentary 90-day support, thes

Chapter 3 Problem, Meet Solution 49If you need assistance, AppleCare telephone support representatives can help you with installing and opening app

1 1 Ready, Set Up, Gowww.apple.com/macminiMac Help Server Assistant

50 Chapter 3 Problem, Meet SolutionLocating Your Product Serial Number Use any of these methods to find your Mac mini serial number:Â Choose Apple

44 Last, but Not Leastwww.apple.com/environmentMac Helpergonomics

Chapter 4 Last, but Not Least 53For your safety and that of your equipment, follow these rules for handling and cleaning your Mac mini and for work

54 Chapter 4 Last, but Not Least Use the power adapter that came with your computer. Your Mac mini uses a 110 watt power adapter. The only way to

Chapter 4 Last, but Not Least 55Hearing damage Permanent hearing loss may occur if earbuds or headphones are used at high volume. You can adapt ov

56 Chapter 4 Last, but Not LeastDo Not Make Repairs YourselfYour Mac mini doesn’t have any user-serviceable parts. Do not attempt to open your Mac

Chapter 4 Last, but Not Least 57Carrying your Mac mini Before you lift or reposition your Mac mini, shut it down and disconnect all cables and cor

58 Chapter 4 Last, but Not LeastChange hand positions often to avoid fatigue. Some computer users might develop discomfort in their hands, wrists,

Chapter 4 Last, but Not Least 59Position the display to minimize glare and reflections on the screen from overhead lights and nearby windows. If po

60 Chapter 4 Last, but Not LeastApple and the EnvironmentApple Inc. recognizes its responsibility to minimize the environmental impact of its opera

61Regulatory Compliance InformationCompliance StatementThis device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two c

62Responsible party (contact for FCC matters only): Apple Inc. Corporate Compliance1 Infinite Loop, MS 26-ACupertino, CA 95014Wireless Radio UseThis

63Taiwan Class B StatementVCCI Class B StatementExternal USB Modem InformationWhen connecting your Mac mini to the phone line using an external USB mo

64Disposal and Recycling InformationThis symbol indicates that your product must be disposed of properly according to local laws and regulations. When

Looking for Something?

66 Looking for Something?IndexAadaptersMini DisplayPort to VGA Adapter 13Mini-DVI to DVI Adapter 13Mini-DVI to VGA Adapter 13AirPort Extremeantenna

Looking for Something? 67FireWireconnections 31port 27flashing question mark 37Force Quit, an application 36Front Row application 25, 31Hhand pos

68 Looking for Something?power indicator light 25power socket 27power specifications 54PPPoE connections 44problemsSee troubleshootingproduct seri

Looking for Something? 69Vverifying a disk 40VGA display 13video port 27WwirelessAirPort Extreme 25Bluetooth technology 8, 25keyboard 12mouse 1

Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go 7 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 M

K Apple Inc.© 2009 Apple Inc. All rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this manual may not be copied, in whole or in part, without the written c

8 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go What’s in the Box Your Mac mini comes with the following components:Before you set up your Mac mini, remove the pr

Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go 9 Setting Up Your Mac mini Position your Mac mini so that it’s right side up or on its side, but not upside down. Us