Vga For Mac Mini

Are you wondering what goes on inside Apple's Mac mini? Perhaps you've bought one and want to see what you can do with it?

If so, read on to discover everything you need to know about the Mac mini, from what it is, to how to set it up and tons of different things you can use it for, outside of a regular PC.

What is a Mac mini and what does it do?

Your Mac mini comes with 90 days of complimentary technical support and a one-year limited warranty. Purchase AppleCare+ for Mac to extend your coverage to three years from your AppleCare+ purchase date and add up to two incidents of accidental damage coverage, each subject to a service fee of $99 for external enclosure damage, or $299 for other repairable damage, plus applicable tax. The Apple Mini DisplayPort to VGA Adapter connects a Mac that has a Mini DisplayPort, Thunderbolt port or Thunderbolt 2 port to display that uses a VGA cable. This adapter supports display resolutions up to 1920 x 1200. To achieve resolutions greater than 1600 x 1200, displays with high refresh rates might require that you lower the refresh rate. 'Purchased to connect a Mac Mini to an old VGA monitor and needed an extra micro USB power source to get it to work, once I added that it works just fine.' See all customer reviews. Product Description.

The Mac mini is a small desktop computer made by Apple. What makes the Mac mini different from a regular computer is that it's shipped without an accompanying screen, keyboard or mouse. As Apple likes to say, it's 'BYODKM' (Bring Your Own Display, Keyboard, and Mouse).

The reason behind the Mac mini being shipped solo, is because most of its use cases feature around using it to power up another device, as we'll discuss in more detail below.

It also makes for more of a flexible purchase. For example, if you already have a screen, or a keyboard and mouse, you can pair these with the Mac mini rather than forking out for new ones. And if you don't, you can easily purchase them alongside the Mac mini anyway.

The Mac mini has been around since 2005 (launched at the same time as the iPod shuffle) but its design and functionality have changed since then.

The latest 3.6 GHz Mac mini released in 2018 comes in two types of processing speed, the 3.6 GHz Mac mini Core i3 costing about $799 and the 3.0 GHz Mac mini Core i5 costing about $1099.

Specification of the Mac mini

Uses for the Mac mini

• Share presentations to screen
• Listen to music through an app like Spotify
• Share photos to a TV screen
• Access emails
• Play games

Benefits of the Mac mini

Some of the key benefits of the Mac mini include:

• The cheapest Mac Apple sells
• Built in apps such as FaceTime, iBooks, Maps, iTunes and Mail
• Multiple ports, making it more akin to a PC than a media device
• Apple quotes that with fourth-generation Intel Core processors, the device is able to 'keep up with computers twice its size'
• Wi‑Fi and Bluetooth
• Easy setup for a keyboard, mouse or screen
• The perfect size to use as the centre of a 'digital home'

How to set up a Mac mini

Here's how to get your Mac mini running, from getting it out of the box to using it for a purchase such as connecting to your home TV.

Before you begin setup some of the questions you may want to consider include:

• What screen will you be connecting to? You'll need a desktop or a TV screen to get your Mac mini up and running
• How will you connect to the screen? Depending on what screen you're connecting to you may need a converter lead
• Do you have a Wi-Fi connection? You'll need this to set up some of the Mac mini features
• How will you control the Mac mini? You'll likely need either a keyboard and mouse combo or an Apple remote

Once you've made your decision and purchased any additional items you need, here's how to get set up.

1. Add power

Plug the power adaptor into your Mac mini and plug the other end into your power outlet. Press the power button on the back of the Mac mini.

2. Attach to your TV or monitor

Connect your Mac mini to your TV or desktop. The Mac mini comes with a HDMI-to-DVI adapter for connecting to a monitor's DVI port, which will allow you to connect to an Apple monitor.

If you want to connect to a TV screen you may need to purchase a mini-displayport-to-VGA adapter which will allow you to connect your Mac mini to a standard analog monitor, projector, or LCD that uses a VGA connector or cable.

3. Connect to Wi-Fi

Once turned on, the setup guide should take you through a few simple steps, including setting up a Wi-Fi connection.

4. Sign in with your Apple id

This will give you access to the App Store and and will link your iCloud account if you wish to connect to your Mail, Photos, Calendar and so on.

5. Begin using your Mac mini

From here, you can begin using your PC or TV screen as a computer, using the desktop to search for apps, open web pages and more.

What can you do with your Mac mini?

Want to ensure you're getting the most from your Mac mini device? Here are some ideas on how you can use it:

1. Access apps on a TV screen

The Mac mini is a great way to take everything you'd usually do on your phone or laptop and access it on your TV screen. This could be sharing photos with a room, opening mail or accessing your documents.

1. Use any screen as your computer

The Mac mini is super light, which means you can take it anywhere, plug it into a desktop and you'll have a powerful computer. This allows you to work from anywhere, or set up shop in any location where there's a monitor and Wi-Fi available.

1. Set up digital signage with the Mac mini

The Mac mini is a great way to turn any screen into a digital sign. This allows you to pre-schedule and setup content to show on your digital screen such as social media feeds, presentations, travel updates, news feeds and more. Read the full guide on setting up digital signage with the Mac mini here.

4. Create a home viewing centre

With the Mac mini and a screen, or desktop, you can create a home viewing centre that allows you to watch movies, surf the internet and listen to music. Via streaming apps such as Netflix, or even through movies you've bought on iTunes, you can easily set up movies to play on any screen. You can also use music apps available in the Apple App Store or use Safari to get online.

5. View and share photos

The Mac Mini includes a SDXC card slot so you can simply remove the memory card from your camera and insert it. This allows you to view photos on a monitor, or share them with the room from your TV screen.

Mac mini question buster

Can you use any monitor with a Mac mini?

The Mac mini doesn't come with a monitor, but you can connect it to one using one of the ports on the back of the device. Using the right adapter, you can connect the Mac Mini to any computer screen with a VGA port. The Mac Mini ships with a HDMI-to-DVI adapter but it's only really Apple monitors which use DVI, so for a regular monitor you may need a HDMI-to-VGA or mini displayport-to-VGA connector instead.

How do you turn on a Mac mini?

Simply press the power button on the Mac mini box.

Can you use any keyboard with a Mac mini?

Most keyboards and mouses can be used with the Mac mini by connecting them using the USB port. For Bluetooth devices, connect the USB dongle to the Mac mini using the USB port.

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4-Core

• 3.6GHz quad-core Intel Core i3
• 6MB shared L3 cache

6-Core

• 3.0GHz 6-core Intel Core i5
• Turbo Boost up to 4.1GHz
• 9MB shared L3 cache

Configurable to:

6-Core

• 3.2GHz 6-core Intel Core i7
• Turbo Boost up to 4.6GHz
• 12MB shared L3 cache

Configurable to:

6-Core

• 3.2GHz 6-core Intel Core i7
• Turbo Boost up to 4.6GHz
• 12MB shared L3 cache

8GB

• of 2666MHz DDR4 SO-DIMM memory

Configurable to:

• 16GB, 32GB, or 64GB

256GB

• PCIe-based SSD

Configurable to:

• 512GB, 1TB, or 2TB SSD

Intel UHD Graphics 630

Support for the following combination of maximum concurrent display setups:

• Up to three displays:
• Two displays with 4096-by-2304 resolution at 60Hz connected via Thunderbolt 3 plus one display with 4096-by-2160 resolution at 60Hz connected via HDMI 2.0
• or
• Up to two displays:
• One display with 5120-by-2880 resolution at 60Hz connected via Thunderbolt 3 plus one display with 4096-by-2160 resolution at 60Hz connected via HDMI 2.0

Thunderbolt 3 digital video output supports

• Native DisplayPort output over USB‑C
• Thunderbolt 2, DVI, and VGA output supported using adapters (sold separately)

HDMI 2.0 display video output

• Support for one display with 4096-by-2160 resolution at 60Hz
• DVI output using HDMI to DVI Adapter (sold separately)

• Built-in speaker
• 3.5 mm headphone jack
• HDMI 2.0 port supports multichannel audio output

Four Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) ports with support for:

• DisplayPort
• Thunderbolt (up to 40 Gbps)
• USB 3.1 Gen 2 (up to 10 Gbps)
• Thunderbolt 2, HDMI, DVI, and VGA supported using adapters (sold separately)

• Two USB 3 ports (up to 5 Gbps)
• HDMI 2.0 port
• Gigabit Ethernet port (configurable to 10Gb Ethernet)
• 3.5 mm headphone jack

Wi-Fi

802.11ac Wi-Fi wireless networking
IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n compatible

Bluetooth

Ethernet

10/100/1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet (RJ-45 connector)
Configurable to 10Gb Ethernet (Nbase-T Ethernet with support for 1Gb, 2.5Gb, 5Gb, and 10Gb Ethernet using RJ-45 connector)

2.9 pounds (1.3 kg)

2. Attach to your TV or monitor

Connect your Mac mini to your TV or desktop. The Mac mini comes with a HDMI-to-DVI adapter for connecting to a monitor's DVI port, which will allow you to connect to an Apple monitor.

If you want to connect to a TV screen you may need to purchase a mini-displayport-to-VGA adapter which will allow you to connect your Mac mini to a standard analog monitor, projector, or LCD that uses a VGA connector or cable.

3. Connect to Wi-Fi

Once turned on, the setup guide should take you through a few simple steps, including setting up a Wi-Fi connection.

4. Sign in with your Apple id

This will give you access to the App Store and and will link your iCloud account if you wish to connect to your Mail, Photos, Calendar and so on.

5. Begin using your Mac mini

From here, you can begin using your PC or TV screen as a computer, using the desktop to search for apps, open web pages and more.

What can you do with your Mac mini?

Want to ensure you're getting the most from your Mac mini device? Here are some ideas on how you can use it:

1. Access apps on a TV screen

The Mac mini is a great way to take everything you'd usually do on your phone or laptop and access it on your TV screen. This could be sharing photos with a room, opening mail or accessing your documents.

1. Use any screen as your computer

The Mac mini is super light, which means you can take it anywhere, plug it into a desktop and you'll have a powerful computer. This allows you to work from anywhere, or set up shop in any location where there's a monitor and Wi-Fi available.

1. Set up digital signage with the Mac mini

The Mac mini is a great way to turn any screen into a digital sign. This allows you to pre-schedule and setup content to show on your digital screen such as social media feeds, presentations, travel updates, news feeds and more. Read the full guide on setting up digital signage with the Mac mini here.

4. Create a home viewing centre

With the Mac mini and a screen, or desktop, you can create a home viewing centre that allows you to watch movies, surf the internet and listen to music. Via streaming apps such as Netflix, or even through movies you've bought on iTunes, you can easily set up movies to play on any screen. You can also use music apps available in the Apple App Store or use Safari to get online.

5. View and share photos

The Mac Mini includes a SDXC card slot so you can simply remove the memory card from your camera and insert it. This allows you to view photos on a monitor, or share them with the room from your TV screen.

Mac mini question buster

Can you use any monitor with a Mac mini?

The Mac mini doesn't come with a monitor, but you can connect it to one using one of the ports on the back of the device. Using the right adapter, you can connect the Mac Mini to any computer screen with a VGA port. The Mac Mini ships with a HDMI-to-DVI adapter but it's only really Apple monitors which use DVI, so for a regular monitor you may need a HDMI-to-VGA or mini displayport-to-VGA connector instead.

How do you turn on a Mac mini?

Simply press the power button on the Mac mini box.

Can you use any keyboard with a Mac mini?

Most keyboards and mouses can be used with the Mac mini by connecting them using the USB port. For Bluetooth devices, connect the USB dongle to the Mac mini using the USB port.

Got a question to add? Email us: hello@screencloud.com

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4-Core

• 3.6GHz quad-core Intel Core i3
• 6MB shared L3 cache

6-Core

• 3.0GHz 6-core Intel Core i5
• Turbo Boost up to 4.1GHz
• 9MB shared L3 cache

Configurable to:

6-Core

• 3.2GHz 6-core Intel Core i7
• Turbo Boost up to 4.6GHz
• 12MB shared L3 cache

Configurable to:

6-Core

• 3.2GHz 6-core Intel Core i7
• Turbo Boost up to 4.6GHz
• 12MB shared L3 cache

8GB

• of 2666MHz DDR4 SO-DIMM memory

Configurable to:

• 16GB, 32GB, or 64GB

256GB

• PCIe-based SSD

Configurable to:

• 512GB, 1TB, or 2TB SSD

Intel UHD Graphics 630

Support for the following combination of maximum concurrent display setups:

• Up to three displays:
• Two displays with 4096-by-2304 resolution at 60Hz connected via Thunderbolt 3 plus one display with 4096-by-2160 resolution at 60Hz connected via HDMI 2.0
• or
• Up to two displays:
• One display with 5120-by-2880 resolution at 60Hz connected via Thunderbolt 3 plus one display with 4096-by-2160 resolution at 60Hz connected via HDMI 2.0

Thunderbolt 3 digital video output supports

• Native DisplayPort output over USB‑C
• Thunderbolt 2, DVI, and VGA output supported using adapters (sold separately)

HDMI 2.0 display video output

• Support for one display with 4096-by-2160 resolution at 60Hz
• DVI output using HDMI to DVI Adapter (sold separately)

• Built-in speaker
• 3.5 mm headphone jack
• HDMI 2.0 port supports multichannel audio output

Four Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) ports with support for:

• DisplayPort
• Thunderbolt (up to 40 Gbps)
• USB 3.1 Gen 2 (up to 10 Gbps)
• Thunderbolt 2, HDMI, DVI, and VGA supported using adapters (sold separately)

• Two USB 3 ports (up to 5 Gbps)
• HDMI 2.0 port
• Gigabit Ethernet port (configurable to 10Gb Ethernet)
• 3.5 mm headphone jack

Wi-Fi

802.11ac Wi-Fi wireless networking
IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n compatible

Bluetooth

Ethernet

10/100/1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet (RJ-45 connector)
Configurable to 10Gb Ethernet (Nbase-T Ethernet with support for 1Gb, 2.5Gb, 5Gb, and 10Gb Ethernet using RJ-45 connector)

2.9 pounds (1.3 kg)

Line voltage:
100–240V AC

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Frequency:
50Hz to 60Hz, single phase

Maximum continuous power:
150W

Operating temperature:
50° to 95° F (10° to 35° C)

Storage temperature:
–40° to 116° F (–40° to 47° C)

Relative humidity:
5% to 90% noncondensing

Operating altitude:
tested up to 16,400 feet (5000 meters)

Vga Adapter For Mac Mini

Typical acoustical performance:
Sound pressure level (operator position): 5 dBA at idle³

Your Mac mini comes with 90 days of complimentary technical support and a one-year limited warranty. Purchase AppleCare+ for Mac to extend your coverage to three years from your AppleCare+ purchase date and add up to two incidents of accidental damage coverage, each subject to a service fee of $99 for external enclosure damage, or $299 for other repairable damage, plus applicable tax.

• Mac mini
• Power cord

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Hdmi To Vga Adapter For Mac Mini

Accessibility features help people with disabilities get the most out of their new Mac mini. With built-in support for vision, hearing, mobility, and learning, you can create and do amazing things.

Features include:

• Voice Control
• VoiceOver
• Zoom
• Increase Contrast
• Reduce Motion
• Siri and Dictation
• Switch Control
• Closed Captions
• Text to Speech

Configure your Mac mini with these options, only at apple.com:

• 3.2GHz 6-core Intel Core i7 processor
• 16GB, 32GB, or 64GB 2666MHz DDR4 memory
• 512GB, 1TB, or 2TB SSD
• 10Gb Ethernet

Mac mini is designed with the following features to reduce its environmental impact:

• BFR-free
• PVC-free⁵
• Beryllium-free
• 100% recycled aluminum enclosure⁶
• Eco-friendly packaging
• Meets ENERGY STAR requirements
• Rated EPEAT Gold⁷

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Read our Product Environmental Reports for detailed information on the environmental performance of every Apple product.

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