Page 8 Installing Mac mini Model A1283 Optical Drive Replacement Step 17 Turn the mini 180 degrees and remove the two Phillips screws securing the optical drive to the internal frame on the other side. Step 18 Remove the two Phillips screws securing the interconnect board to the optical drive. Mac mini features the Apple T2 Security Chip — second-generation custom Mac silicon designed by Apple to make Mac mini even more secure. The T2 Security Chip consolidates several controllers into one, and includes a Secure Enclave coprocessor that provides the foundation for encrypted storage and secure boot capabilities.
Learn how to set up your new Mac and discover features that let you do more than ever.
Get to know your MacWith four Thunderbolt 3 ports built-in, Mac mini supports an HDMI display along with two 4K displays or one 5K display.
Connect to displaysLearn about the Ethernet port on your Mac mini, and how to make the most of its speedy connection.
Network with EthernetIf 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.
Find the right adapterWith Startup Security Utility, your Mac mini always starts up from your designated startup disk, and always from a legitimate, trusted operating system.
Check your startup securityBlackmagic eGPU connects to your Mac mini and brings accelerated pro app workflows, smoother gameplay, and true-to-life VR content creation.
Learn about Blackmagic eGPUUse these basic setup steps to get your new Mac up and running.
Start setting upUse Migration Assistant to copy all of your documents, apps, user accounts, and settings to a new Mac from another computer.
Move your contentLearn about connecting Bluetooth input devices to your Mac, and get tips for using them.
Connect devicesLearn about charging the built-in battery of your Magic Keyboard, Magic Keyboard with Numeric Keypad, Magic Mouse 2, and Magic Trackpad 2.
Learn how to rechargeTry these steps to fix issues with your Apple wireless mouse, keyboard, or trackpad.
Get help with keyboard, mouse, and trackpadLearn how to remove or install memory into your Mac mini computer.
Install memoryYou can connect an AirPrint printer to a Wi-Fi network for wireless printing from your Mac, iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch.
Learn about AirPrintIf you can't get your printer to work with your Mac, iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch, these steps might help.
Get help with printer issuesIf 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.
Get help with Wi-FiWith AirDrop, you can wirelessly send documents, photos, videos, websites, map locations, and more to a nearby iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, or Mac.
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.
Use AirPlaymacOS is the operating system that comes with your Mac. Learn about and get help with apps, updates, services, and more.
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