Mac mini alas, the poor mac mini the neglected child of the mac line. Apples 2011 updated mac mini picks up thunderbolt, sandybridge core i5 cpus, and looses the optical drive. Actual maximum ram of all mac mini models macs by capability. Owc memory for mac mini highest quality ram memory available. You can check out your specific imac by finding it on this list, then checking out the ram section. Heck, it may even seem somewhat vanilla at this point. So, whether youre buying a new mac or looking to upgrade your ram, consider the following reminders. Apple mac mini compatible memory ram ssd choose your.
The mac mini has had the same dimensions for the better part of a decade, when the unibody mac mini was introduced in 2010, with its 7. Fyi, industry benchmarks indicate the 7thgeneration i7 kaby lake processor in current imacs is. At this point there should be no memory in the mac mini, and the two sticks that came with it are set aside. Possible to upgrade ram to 16 gb for mac mini mid 2011. Its one of the cheapest and most effective upgrades you can do, it takes less than five minutes and requires no tools. Owc memory upgrades for 2011 mac mini unibody models. Apple memory module 8gb 33mhz ddr3 pc310600 2x4gb at. Looking at vintage and obsolete products apple support as of 00. How to upgrade the memory ram in a mac mini simple help. Performance question 8gb ram vs 16gb in mac mini mid2011. This site contains user submitted content, comments and opinions and is for informational purposes only. Mac specs by capability actual maximum ram mac mini models. Shop ssd specifically for your imac experience the true speed.
Mac mini features the apple t2 security chip secondgeneration custom mac silicon designed by apple to make mac mini even more secure. Performance question 8gb ram vs 16gb in mac mini mid2011 hi, i have a mac mini mid 2011 with a 2,3 ghz intel core i5 and 4gb ram. Aug 14, 2018 bring your 2011 mac mini up to 2018 specs with a 16gb ram upgrade. The mid2011 mac mini models likewise have two memory slots but instead support faster 33. Experts in apple mac mini 2011 first released compatible upgrades.
Mac mini mid 2011 restarts when idle, but works fine on heavy load question marked as helpful. Will 2018 be the year that it is finally given a refresh. Random access memory is a temporary storage medium that your macs cpu uses for fast access to data its processing. Upgrade your apple mac mini up to 16gb of memory and add a 2nd drive for up to 4. How to test for bad or faulty ram on a mac macworld uk.
The mac mini has plenty of ports to add external hard drives, but its still a good idea to upgrade to as much storage as you can afford here. The actual maximum ram of each mac mini is listed below along with its compatible ram type, default amount of ram preinstalled, common identifiers suitable to identify a mac mini in order to determine its ram capacity, and more if you are not sure which mac mini you have, and the model identifier and emc number below are not. Factory ram setatpurchase mac mini, memory upgrade possibilities. Unless your mac is exhibiting specific symptoms of bad ram which we also cover then wed recommend running the ram tests once a year or so. The machines from that time didnt have official 8gb ram stick. Spudger apple pry tool nonmarking nylon black stick 9225065.
Ram also plays a part in multitasking and in using multiple applications at the same time. Lay your mac mini upside down on a soft cloth or towel and then rotate the bottom cover anticlockwise to the unlocked position. These upgrades are guaranteed compatible when you order from. Ram and ssd upgrades for apple mac mini upgradeable. The 2011 mac mini has a second sata socket on its logic board and plenty of room to install a second 2.
Hey everybody can someone tell me what the best ram is for a mac mini 2011. Macbook early 2015 or later macbook air mid 2012 or later macbook pro mid 2012 or later. However, one can install 16gb ddr333 mhz of ram or ddr31600 mhz ram in both amounts. To run macos catalina, youll need a mac meeting the following requirements or better. Mar 04, 2015 i personally have 12gb of ram in my 2011 27. Upgrade or install memory in your mac mini apple support. Mar 20, 20 looking to upgrade a 2011 mac mini ive just been given. The good news is that apple has a relatively broad list of supported macs for catalina, even if it is slightly reduced from last years mojave. Mid2011 mc936lla macmini5,3 a47 2442 all mac mini models all 2011 models dynamically compare this mac to others. Looking to upgrade a 2011 mac mini ive just been given. Disconnect the power cord and all other cables from your mac mini. Each model takes 33mhz ddr3 pc310600 sdram and has two memory slots. Performance question 8gb ram vs 16gb in mac mini mid 2011 hi, i have a mac mini mid 2011 with a 2,3 ghz intel core i5 and 4gb ram.
Make sure the notch on the memory stick is lined up correctly. Search discussions or ask a question about mac mini. The apple store currently only lets you put 8gb in these mac mini models, but they can support as much as 16. The higher the ram is, the the bigger the apps and programs it can run. Mac mini mid 2011 computers have two internal memory slots. The mac mini mid 2011 supports up to 8gb ddr333 mhz of ram officially. Now and then i run heavy programs such as photoshop and after effects, but is not my regular job, i only do it for assignments from college, so maybe i do heavy tasks one or twice per month. Best of all, even if you opt to stick to the base 8gb of ram at purchase, memory is easily upgradeable by removing a plastic cover on the bottom of the. Sep 28, 2015 the higher the ram is, the the bigger the apps and programs it can run. Apple may provide or recommend responses as a possible solution based on the information provided. We recommend getting help from professionals or someone that has experience upgrading mac mini ram. For those familiar with last years mac mini, what youre peering at above isnt likely to strike you as jarring.
Mac mini memory ugrade apple mac mini dram upgrade. All 2011 imacs will support 32gb unofficially except for the late 2011 imac core i3 3. Due to the form factor of the mac mini, it is one of the more challenging devices to upgrade. Find up to 16gb ram memory and 2tb ssd storage for your mac mini. After upgrading your mac mini s ram, youll notice a substantial increase in the load times of applications and an increase in speed when switching. Memory ram mac mini mid 2011 4 8 16 4gb 8gb 16gb ddr3 33 33mhz pc3 10600 240 pin. It depends on what youre going to use your mac for. Apple mac mini 2011 first released compatible memory ram. High performance, rigorously inhouse lab tested to ensure superior quality, compatibility and. The apple store currently only lets you put 8gb in these mac mini models, but they can support as much as 16gb. There were three mac mini models released in 2011 with model identifiers macmini5,1 to macmini5,3.
The cpu can access data contained in ram much faster than it can data held. Press on the cover to pop up the opposite side, and then remove the cover. The actual maximum ram of each mac mini is listed below along with its compatible ram type, default amount of ram preinstalled, common identifiers suitable to identify a mac mini in order to determine its ram capacity, and more. Now bring over the new ram sticks you purchased and take them out of their packaging. Does anyone has experience with upgrading a mac mini mid 2011 to 16 gb ram. Jul 25, 2011 for those familiar with last years mac mini, what youre peering at above isnt likely to strike you as jarring. Whats the maximum amount of ram supported by the 2011. Corsair apple certified 16gb 2 x 8gb ddr3 33 mhz pc3. The thing is, machines like the mac pro and the imac pro are better suited for demanding, multithreaded applications that can fully take advantage of their processing power. Can install 16 gb ram 1600 mhz for mac mini mid 2011. Buying options 33mhz ddr3 pc310600 maximum 32gb supported.
Jul 21, 2011 apples 2011 updated mac mini picks up thunderbolt, sandybridge core i5 cpus, and looses the optical drive. Processor imac or mac mini 2018 with a minimum quadcore processor recommended for the macpractice serverdata entry for the best performance. The ddr3 pc312800 is a 240pin desktop sodimm unit vs the 33 mhz ddr3pc310600. To allow it to boot quicker and run more quickly and quietly most of the time im thinking of adding an ssd drive. These slots accept a standard pc310600 ddr3 204pin sodimms small. Atech 16gb 2x8gb ram for apple macbook pro earlylate 2011 imac mid 2010 quadcore 27inch, mid 2011 21. I did have 8gb corsair 2 x 4gb sticks, but the machine was barely crawling, and all i had open was itunes and a few webpages. To allow it to boot quicker and run more quickly and quietly most of the time im thinking of adding an ssd. Bring your 2011 mac mini up to 2018 specs with a 16gb ram upgrade. However numerous practices do use an older mac mini for their macpractice server, even though they are only dual core, and some practices use mac pros. View full apple mac mini summer 2011 specs on cnet. The actual maximum ram for each apple mac mini with complete specs a click away. Replace the new stick of ram in the bottom slot first. By installing a second drive you can greatly expand your storage capabilities or even install a solid state drive for lightning fast boot times.
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. Apples diy mac comes standard with 256 or 512gb of ssd storage and can be upgraded to up to 2tb. Upgrade your 2011 mac mini to 16gb of ram the diy life. On the original spinning hard drive, the latest macos will run but performance does suffer, and the same is true even for brand new macs that dont have an ssd. Apple mac mini compatible memory ram ssd choose your model. Cant return the ram as it has been too long since i bought them.
Just make sure when installing the modules to push it in hard enough that its actually locked into the right position for it. Find answers with millions of other mac mini users in our vibrant community. Mac os compatibility guide by mac model ram, ssd flash. Macos sierra runs great on my 2011 imac, better than youd expect for a 6yearold mac. The mini used to be userupgradeable, but thats no longer an option. Just make sure when installing the modules to push it in hard enough that its actually locked into the right position for it to work. Here are some of our recommendations for a range of model. Here are some recommended upgrade kits for a range of model. Crucial memory and ssd upgrades 100% compatibility guaranteed for apple mac mini mid 2011 free us delivery. Today on memory chip retailer crucials website you can buy an 8gb kit for. Whats the maximum amount of ram supported by the 2011 mac mini. I know the official doc says the max is 8 gb ram, but there are articles on the internet which claim it is possible. Crucial 32gb kit 16gbx2 ddr4 2400 mts pc419200 dr x8 sodimm 260pin for mac ct2k16g4s24am.
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