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Released on July 21, 2011. Core i5 or Core i7 Processor. This unit is also used to run the Mac mini Server configuration. Mac Mini Mid 2011 troubleshooting, repair, and service manuals.

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Connect multiple displays to your Mac mini

With four Thunderbolt 3 ports built-in, Mac mini supports an HDMI display along with two 4K displays or one 5K display.

Use Ethernet with your Mac mini

Learn about the Ethernet port on your Mac mini, and how to make the most of its speedy connection.

Connect your Mac mini to other devices

If the cable from your external display, hard drive, or other device doesn't connect to the Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) ports on your Mac mini, you might need an adapter.

Make sure your startup is secure

With Startup Security Utility, your Mac mini always starts up from your designated startup disk, and always from a legitimate, trusted operating system.

Give your graphics a boost

Blackmagic eGPU connects to your Mac mini and brings accelerated pro app workflows, smoother gameplay, and true-to-life VR content creation.

Set up your new Mac

Use these basic setup steps to get your new Mac up and running.

How to move your content to a new Mac

Use Migration Assistant to copy all of your documents, apps, user accounts, and settings to a new Mac from another computer.

Using a Bluetooth mouse, keyboard, or trackpad with your Mac

Learn about connecting Bluetooth input devices to your Mac, and get tips for using them.

Recharge the built-in battery in your Apple keyboard, mouse, or trackpad

Learn about charging the built-in battery of your Magic Keyboard, Magic Keyboard with Numeric Keypad, Magic Mouse 2, and Magic Trackpad 2.

If your Apple wireless mouse, keyboard, or trackpad isn't working as expected

Try these steps to fix issues with your Apple wireless mouse, keyboard, or trackpad.

Upgrade or install memory in your Mac mini

Learn how to remove or install memory into your Mac mini computer.

Connect an AirPrint printer to a Wi-Fi network

You can connect an AirPrint printer to a Wi-Fi network for wireless printing from your Mac, iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch.

If you can't print from your Mac or iOS device

If you can't get your printer to work with your Mac, iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch, these steps might help.

If your Mac doesn't connect to the Internet over Wi-Fi

If your Mac is set up to connect to a Wi-Fi network, it can analyze the connection for issues that affect its performance, including its connection to the Internet.

Use AirDrop on your Mac

With AirDrop, you can wirelessly send documents, photos, videos, websites, map locations, and more to a nearby iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, or Mac.

How to AirPlay video and mirror your device's screen

Use AirPlay to stream or share content from your Apple devices to your Apple TV or AirPlay 2-compatible smart TV. Stream a video. Share your photos. Or mirror exactly what's on your device's screen.

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