Upgrading the Apple Mac mini (Mid 2010) is quite easy. You can add some RAM, replace a faulty Hard Drive or just get a new one with a higher capacity. All You'll need is some simple tools, and the correct parts. We then urge you to follow the videos or the Apple manual provided on the links below.
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Please see our Apple RAM Memory for Mac mini page to locate your Apple compatible RAM upgrade for your Mac
Please see our OWC SSD options for Mac mini page to locate your Apple compatible Hard drives upgrades for your Mac
Mac mini: How to remove or install memory Learn how to remove or install memory in your Mac mini computer on the Apple support page.
OWC Video Installation Guide for Apple Mac mini (Mid 2010):
OWC Memory Install Video
This video will help you replace your RAM in the Apple Mac mini (Mid 2010)
Skill Level: 'Easy' | Duration: 3:11 |
OWC Hard Drive Installation Video
Step-by-step video of how to install a new OWC Hard drive in the Apple Mac mini (Mid 2010)
Skill Level: 'Challenging' | Duration: 8:53 |
OWC's step-by-step video of how to install a hard drive in the Apple Mac mini Server (Mid 2010).
OWC Skill Level: 'Challenging' | Duration: 12:49 | Model ID: Macmini4,1 Server
Recommended Tools for the HDD/SSD upgrade:
- iFixit Portable Anti-Static Mat
- Macfixit 5-Piece Mini Toolkit
- Mac Mini Logic Board Removal Tool
- Spudger - Apple Pry Tool Non-Marking - Nylon (Black Stick) - 922-5065
You will also find some of these tools plus more in the complete toolkit from Newertech under the following link: Newer Technology 14 Piece Tool Set
OWC Data Doubler Install Video
OWC's step-by-step video of how to install an OWC Data Doubler in the Apple Mac mini (Mid 2010).
Skill Level: ' Involved' | Duration: 13:14 |
Recommended Tools for the install Data Doubler:
- iFixit Portable Anti-Static Mat
- Macfixit 5-Piece Mini Toolkit
- Mac Mini Logic Board Removal Tool
- Spudger - Apple Pry Tool Non-Marking - Nylon (Black Stick) - 922-5065
You will also find some of these tools plus more in the complete toolkit from Newertech under the following link: Newer Technology 14 Piece Tool Set
Here is some detailed specifications as well as direct link to available upgrades:
| Apple Mac mini (Mid 2010) | |
| OVERVIEW | |
| Introduced | June 2010 |
| Discontinued | July 2011 |
| Model Identifier | Macmini4,1 |
| Model Number | A1347 |
| EMC | 2364 |
| Order Number | MC270LL/A |
| PROCESSOR | |
| Processor | Intel Core 2 Duo (P8600, P8800) ('Penryn') |
| Processor Speed | 2.4 or 2.66 GHz |
| Architecture | 64-bit |
| Number of Cores | 2 |
| Cache | 3 MB on-chip shared L2 |
| System Bus | 1066 MHz |
| STORAGE AND MEDIA | |
| Standard Storage | 320 or 500 GB (5400-rpm) |
| Link to upgrade tool & kits | Mac mini DIY kit |
| Link to internal HDD | Upgrade to a new 2.5” HDD |
| Link to internal SSD | Upgrade to a new 2.5” SSD |
| Media | 8x Slot-loading SuperDrive (DVD±R DL/DVD±RW/CD-RW) |
| Link to external optical drive | Get an external burner here |
| PERIPHERALS | |
| Peripherals | |
| RAM | |
| Built-in Memory | |
| Maximum Memory | 16 GB (Actual) 8 GB (Apple) |
| Memory Slots | 2 - 204-pin PC3-8500 (1066 MHz) DDR3 SO-DIMM |
| Interleaving Support | Yes |
| Link to RAM upgrade | Upgrade your RAM here |
| DISPLAY | |
| Built-in Display | |
| GRAPHICS | |
| Graphics Card | NVIDIA GeForce 320M |
| Graphics Memory | 256 MB of DDR3 SDRAM shared with main memory (Memory may vary depending on graphics needs. Minimum graphics memory usage is 256 MB.) |
| Display Connection | 1 - Mini DisplayPort, 1 - HDMI |
| Display Support | |
| Display Modes | Dual display extended and video mirroring |
| External Resolution | Up to 2560 by 1600 (Mini DisplayPort) or 1920 by 1200 (HDMI) |
| CONNECTIONS | |
| Wi-Fi | Built-in AirPort Extreme card (802.11a/b/g/n) |
| Bluetooth | Built-in Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR |
| Ethernet | 10/100/1000BASE-T (RJ-45) (support for jumbo frames) |
| Modem | |
| USB | 4 - 480 MBit/s |
| FireWire | 1 - 800 MBit/s |
| Thunderbolt | |
| Display | 1 - Mini DisplayPort, 1 - HDMI |
| Infrared | 1 - For Apple Remote only |
| Audio In | 1 - 3.5-mm analog/optical input jack |
| Audio Out | 1 - 3.5-mm analog/optical combo jack, 1 - Built-in speaker |
| EXPANSION | |
| Slots | 1 - Secure Digital (SD) |
| Hard Drive Interface | 3.0 Gbps Serial ATA (SATA) |
| Optical Drive Interface |
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Upgrading Mid 2010 Mac Mini For Gaming
Introduced in June 2010, the Mac mini Model A1347 was a complete design overhaul. Mirroring the Unibody style of enclosure, this model is shorter, wider, and encased in aluminum. Most notable is the addition of a HDMI port.
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