Operating Systems For Mac Mini

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• 3.6GHz quad-core Intel Core i3
• 6MB shared L3 cache

6-Core

Switching operating systems. You can go back and forth between OS X and Windows on your Mac, but you can't run both operating systems simultaneously under Boot Camp. Instead, you have to boot one operating system or the other — thus, the name Boot Camp. Restart your Mac, and hold down the Option key until icons for each operating system. Out of the box a Mac mini will be installed with Mac OS X, sometimes along with the Server.app. Mac OS X is a very stable and multi functional operating system, however it can happen you need another OS to run your specific apps or server setup. We can easily install different operating systems for.

The family of Macintosh operating systems developed by Apple Inc. Includes the graphical user interface-based operating systems it has designed for use with its Macintosh series of personal computers since 1984, as well as the related system software it once created for compatible third-party systems. In 1984, Apple debuted the operating system that is now known as the 'Classic' Mac OS with. We offer the option to wipe the default operating system from any Mac mini and to install an alternative operating system for FREE (additional licenses may be required). 2018 Mac mini OS Options. We are currently working to offer alternative operating systems for the 2018 Mac minis. We will update this page as soon as more options become. Easily check which versions of mac OS, iOS, iPadOS, or watchOS are compatible with your Mac model or iDevice. Guide includes OS X 10.8.x to macOS 11.0.x.

• 3.0GHz 6-core Intel Core i5
• Turbo Boost up to 4.1GHz
• 9MB shared L3 cache

Configurable to:

6-Core

• 3.2GHz 6-core Intel Core i7
• Turbo Boost up to 4.6GHz
• 12MB shared L3 cache

Configurable to:

6-Core

• 3.2GHz 6-core Intel Core i7
• Turbo Boost up to 4.6GHz
• 12MB shared L3 cache

8GB

• of 2666MHz DDR4 SO-DIMM memory

Configurable to:

• 16GB, 32GB, or 64GB

256GB

• PCIe-based SSD

Configurable to:

• 512GB, 1TB, or 2TB SSD

Intel UHD Graphics 630

Support for the following combination of maximum concurrent display setups:

• Up to three displays:
• Two displays with 4096-by-2304 resolution at 60Hz connected via Thunderbolt 3 plus one display with 4096-by-2160 resolution at 60Hz connected via HDMI 2.0
• or
• Up to two displays:
• One display with 5120-by-2880 resolution at 60Hz connected via Thunderbolt 3 plus one display with 4096-by-2160 resolution at 60Hz connected via HDMI 2.0

Thunderbolt 3 digital video output supports

• Native DisplayPort output over USB‑C
• Thunderbolt 2, DVI, and VGA output supported using adapters (sold separately)

HDMI 2.0 display video output

• Support for one display with 4096-by-2160 resolution at 60Hz
• DVI output using HDMI to DVI Adapter (sold separately)

• Built-in speaker
• 3.5 mm headphone jack
• HDMI 2.0 port supports multichannel audio output

Four Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) ports with support for:

• DisplayPort
• Thunderbolt (up to 40 Gbps)
• USB 3.1 Gen 2 (up to 10 Gbps)
• Thunderbolt 2, HDMI, DVI, and VGA supported using adapters (sold separately)

• Two USB 3 ports (up to 5 Gbps)
• HDMI 2.0 port
• Gigabit Ethernet port (configurable to 10Gb Ethernet)
• 3.5 mm headphone jack

Wi-Fi

802.11ac Wi-Fi wireless networking
IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n compatible

Bluetooth

Ethernet

10/100/1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet (RJ-45 connector)
Configurable to 10Gb Ethernet (Nbase-T Ethernet with support for 1Gb, 2.5Gb, 5Gb, and 10Gb Ethernet using RJ-45 connector)

2.9 pounds (1.3 kg)

Line voltage:
100–240V AC

Frequency:
50Hz to 60Hz, single phase

Maximum continuous power:
150W

Operating temperature:
50° to 95° F (10° to 35° C)

Storage temperature:
–40° to 116° F (–40° to 47° C)

Relative humidity:
5% to 90% noncondensing

Operating altitude:
tested up to 16,400 feet (5000 meters)

Typical acoustical performance:
Sound pressure level (operator position): 5 dBA at idle³

Your Mac mini comes with 90 days of complimentary technical support and a one-year limited warranty. Purchase AppleCare+ for Mac to extend your coverage to three years from your AppleCare+ purchase date and add up to two incidents of accidental damage coverage, each subject to a service fee of $99 for external enclosure damage, or $299 for other repairable damage, plus applicable tax.

• Mac mini
• Power cord

Current Operating System For Mac

macOS

macOS is the operating system that powers every Mac. macOS Catalina gives you more of everything you love about Mac. So you can take everything you do above and beyond.

Accessibility features help people with disabilities get the most out of their new Mac mini. With built-in support for vision, hearing, mobility, and learning, you can create and do amazing things.

Features include:

2011 Mac Mini Operating System

• Voice Control
• VoiceOver
• Zoom
• Increase Contrast
• Reduce Motion
• Siri and Dictation
• Switch Control
• Closed Captions
• Text to Speech

Configure your Mac mini with these options, only at apple.com:

• 3.2GHz 6-core Intel Core i7 processor
• 16GB, 32GB, or 64GB 2666MHz DDR4 memory
• 512GB, 1TB, or 2TB SSD
• 10Gb Ethernet

Mac mini is designed with the following features to reduce its environmental impact:

• BFR-free
• PVC-free⁵
• Beryllium-free
• 100% recycled aluminum enclosure⁶
• Eco-friendly packaging
• Meets ENERGY STAR requirements
• Rated EPEAT Gold⁷

Apple and the Environment

Read our Product Environmental Reports for detailed information on the environmental performance of every Apple product.

Free Operating System For Mac

Apple Trade In

What Is An Apple Mac Mini

Letting go of your old Mac is easy. If it's in good shape, you can trade it in for Apple Store credit. If it's not eligible for credit, we'll recycle it responsibly at no cost to you. Good for you. Good for the planet.

• of 2666MHz DDR4 SO-DIMM memory

Configurable to:

• 16GB, 32GB, or 64GB

256GB

• PCIe-based SSD

Configurable to:

• 512GB, 1TB, or 2TB SSD

Intel UHD Graphics 630

Support for the following combination of maximum concurrent display setups:

• Up to three displays:
• Two displays with 4096-by-2304 resolution at 60Hz connected via Thunderbolt 3 plus one display with 4096-by-2160 resolution at 60Hz connected via HDMI 2.0
• or
• Up to two displays:
• One display with 5120-by-2880 resolution at 60Hz connected via Thunderbolt 3 plus one display with 4096-by-2160 resolution at 60Hz connected via HDMI 2.0

Thunderbolt 3 digital video output supports

• Native DisplayPort output over USB‑C
• Thunderbolt 2, DVI, and VGA output supported using adapters (sold separately)

HDMI 2.0 display video output

• Support for one display with 4096-by-2160 resolution at 60Hz
• DVI output using HDMI to DVI Adapter (sold separately)

• Built-in speaker
• 3.5 mm headphone jack
• HDMI 2.0 port supports multichannel audio output

Four Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) ports with support for:

• DisplayPort
• Thunderbolt (up to 40 Gbps)
• USB 3.1 Gen 2 (up to 10 Gbps)
• Thunderbolt 2, HDMI, DVI, and VGA supported using adapters (sold separately)

• Two USB 3 ports (up to 5 Gbps)
• HDMI 2.0 port
• Gigabit Ethernet port (configurable to 10Gb Ethernet)
• 3.5 mm headphone jack

Wi-Fi

802.11ac Wi-Fi wireless networking
IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n compatible

Bluetooth

Ethernet

10/100/1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet (RJ-45 connector)
Configurable to 10Gb Ethernet (Nbase-T Ethernet with support for 1Gb, 2.5Gb, 5Gb, and 10Gb Ethernet using RJ-45 connector)

2.9 pounds (1.3 kg)

Line voltage:
100–240V AC

Frequency:
50Hz to 60Hz, single phase

Maximum continuous power:
150W

Operating temperature:
50° to 95° F (10° to 35° C)

Storage temperature:
–40° to 116° F (–40° to 47° C)

Relative humidity:
5% to 90% noncondensing

Operating altitude:
tested up to 16,400 feet (5000 meters)

Typical acoustical performance:
Sound pressure level (operator position): 5 dBA at idle³

Your Mac mini comes with 90 days of complimentary technical support and a one-year limited warranty. Purchase AppleCare+ for Mac to extend your coverage to three years from your AppleCare+ purchase date and add up to two incidents of accidental damage coverage, each subject to a service fee of $99 for external enclosure damage, or $299 for other repairable damage, plus applicable tax.

• Mac mini
• Power cord

Current Operating System For Mac

macOS

macOS is the operating system that powers every Mac. macOS Catalina gives you more of everything you love about Mac. So you can take everything you do above and beyond.

Accessibility features help people with disabilities get the most out of their new Mac mini. With built-in support for vision, hearing, mobility, and learning, you can create and do amazing things.

Features include:

2011 Mac Mini Operating System

• Voice Control
• VoiceOver
• Zoom
• Increase Contrast
• Reduce Motion
• Siri and Dictation
• Switch Control
• Closed Captions
• Text to Speech

Configure your Mac mini with these options, only at apple.com:

• 3.2GHz 6-core Intel Core i7 processor
• 16GB, 32GB, or 64GB 2666MHz DDR4 memory
• 512GB, 1TB, or 2TB SSD
• 10Gb Ethernet

Mac mini is designed with the following features to reduce its environmental impact:

• BFR-free
• PVC-free⁵
• Beryllium-free
• 100% recycled aluminum enclosure⁶
• Eco-friendly packaging
• Meets ENERGY STAR requirements
• Rated EPEAT Gold⁷

Apple and the Environment

Read our Product Environmental Reports for detailed information on the environmental performance of every Apple product.

Free Operating System For Mac

Apple Trade In

What Is An Apple Mac Mini

Letting go of your old Mac is easy. If it's in good shape, you can trade it in for Apple Store credit. If it's not eligible for credit, we'll recycle it responsibly at no cost to you. Good for you. Good for the planet.

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