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Apple Mac mini (M9686LL/A) Desktop

Apple Mac mini (M9686LL/A) Desktop

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  • Operating System: Apple MacOS X
  • HDD Size: 40 GB
  • Installed Memory: 256 MB (DDR SDRAM)
  • Processor: PowerPC G4 1.25 GHz
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31

Mac Mini "Mighty Big" - A big computer in a little itty bitty living space.

bydj_white_rice Jan 31, 2005
54 Helpfuls 55 Helpfuls Was this review helpful? 24 Comments
Pros Cheap web server, home recording studio, stick it into your car, security on Internet.
Cons No-PCI slots/Floppy; 32 Megs Video; One memory slot
Recommended it? Yes

What you'll find in this review

A.) Enter the Mini Mac.
B.) Ease of use
C.) Internet Security
D.) Surfing The Web/Web Server
E.) What's In The Box
F.) What's Cool
G.) Digital Camera/Video Use
H.) Airport Extreme Card
I.) Combo Drive or Super Drive... Read full review »

41

A small box of big tricks

byza9ra22 Feb 2, 2005
22 Helpfuls 23 Helpfuls Was this review helpful? 2 Comments
Pros Stylish and competent performer, great software bundle.
Cons 256Mb RAM just isn't enough for serious use.
Recommended it? Yes

It's difficult to know for sure how best to categorize this system. For those who follow Apple's culture of design, the Mac Mini will undoubtedly be all things to all people; the epitome of style, and proof, if proof were needed, that Apple is the only system builder who truly understand how to... Read full review »

82

An amazing feat!

bydmatsumo May 13, 2005
18 Helpfuls 19 Helpfuls Was this review helpful? 1 Comment
Pros very small, sexy, and ultra-quiet. Comes with OS X Tiger.
Cons Really slow unless you upgrade the RAM
Recommended it? Yes

First of all, let me just say that I'm a huge Windows PC fan. My first PC was one that my parents purchased for me for college -- a 386DX/33 with 8MB RAM. Sure it wasnt a speed demon, but the one thing I loved about PCs back then was that you could easily upgrade them. I eventually upgraded the... Read full review »

3

So this is what Makes the Mac so nice...

bytimsh Feb 20, 2005
18 Helpfuls 19 Helpfuls Was this review helpful? 4 Comments
Pros Price, Size, quiet operation, outstanding software bundle, stability
Cons 256 MB of RAM is ok only for light use.
Recommended it? Yes

Background

OK, so I'm not your typical Mac user. In fact, up until a short time ago, I'd spent less than an hour using a "modern" Macintosh. The extent of my exposure to the Mac platform came in 1985 when, after being discharged from the Marine Corps, I moved in with an old buddy from... Read full review »

159

Finally An Affordable Mac, No More Crashes!

byshaithis May 31, 2005
17 Helpfuls 18 Helpfuls Was this review helpful? Comment
Pros Reliable little device for those that are sick of mucking around with their system.
Cons Windows users have to want to try a fresh O.S.
Recommended it? Yes

I've been using computers for many, many years and a few years ago I just got sick of mucking around with upgrades, purchasing something and then downloading drivers and fixes all the time because this sound card won't work with this motherboard unless you have this fix or that. The list goes on... Read full review »

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Finally Satisfied

bytjhassecrets Feb 18, 2006
13 Helpfuls 14 Helpfuls Was this review helpful? Comment
Pros Runs smoothly, Mac OS X has no viruses.
Cons Only good for beginners, or people that have an old computer as a dump.
Recommended it? Yes

For as long as I can remember, I have always use Microsoft-based operating systems and computers. When I was really young, I remember using DOS, Windows 95/Plus, and Windows 98 (which was my safe zone). Windows 98, you could say, was my test-computer. I had it for a very long time and made all my... Read full review »

41

Probably the best 'silent' computer out in the market.

byigglue Feb 20, 2007
11 Helpfuls 12 Helpfuls Was this review helpful? Comment
Pros Quiet, lower power, great design, and easy to use
Cons Performance can be lacking at times.
Recommended it? Yes

This piece has been reviewed by few. I am reviewing this because I believe there will be plenty of 'used mac mini's' appearing and people will ponder whether it's a good idea to grab this piece of equipment.

So who is mac mini for?
- The target audience is 2 drastically different... Read full review »

2

Apple Playing at Microsoft's Level.

byonoonan May 21, 2005
11 Helpfuls 12 Helpfuls Was this review helpful? 4 Comments
Pros Sleek elegant design, small and compact, price point.
Cons The case scratches easily, delayed performance.
Recommended it? Yes

Apple has been known for its world-class products. Recently, it has dipped below that level.

Apple has joined the realm where it doesn't matter how good the product is, but as long as it is making them money.

If Apple wants a loyal fan-base, they have to treat both their... Read full review »

19

Yawn

bycmanning1000 Jun 18, 2005
9 Helpfuls 10 Helpfuls Was this review helpful? Comment
Pros Cute Design
Cons Slow and Expensive
Recommended it? No

I hadn't had an Apple computer for 18 years so, after months of procrastination I went down to Compusa and bought a Mac Mini. I paid $499 plus $39.95 for a wireless USB mouse and $29.95 for a Kensington USB keyboard. With tax it all cost $618.68.

Setup was easy. It comes with a nicely... Read full review »

20

Finally, a quiet small secure capable PC

bydmelgar Mar 8, 2005
9 Helpfuls 10 Helpfuls Was this review helpful? 1 Comment
Pros Small, quiet, MacOSX, security, caching
Cons Gets expensive with options. Need 512 meg ram. No audio input, no S/PDIF output.
Recommended it? Yes

PC manufacters just don't get it. Seems like the only kind of machine you can buy these days is a huge tower case with lots of fans, lots of noise to achieve that extra 10% performance.

Reality is that for most uses, people just don't need to biggest baddest PC. It would be much more... Read full review »

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