Mac mini (Late 2012) - Technical Specifications
Size and Weight
Height: 1.4 inches (3.6 cm)
Width: 7.7 inches (19.7 cm)
Depth: 7.7 inches (19.7 cm)
Weight: 2.7 pounds (1.22 kg)1
Processor
2.5GHz
2.5GHz dual-core Intel Core i5 (Turbo Boost up to 3.1GHz) with 3MB L3 cache
2.3GHz
2.3GHz quad-core Intel Core i7 (Turbo Boost up to 3.3GHz) with 6MB L3 cache
Configurable to 2.6GHz quad-core Intel Core i7 (Turbo Boost up to 3.6GHz).
Storage
2.5 GHz
500GB (5400-rpm) hard drive2
2.3GHz
1TB (5400-rpm) hard drive2
Configurable to a 256GB solid-state drive or 1TB Fusion Drive.
Graphics
Intel HD Graphics 4000
Memory
4GB (two 2GB) of 1600MHz DDR3 memory
Configurable to 8GB or 16GB.
Video Support
Support for up to two displays at 2560 by 1600 pixels, both at millions of colors
Thunderbolt digital video output
Native Mini DisplayPort output
DVI output using Mini DisplayPort to DVI Adapter (sold separately)
VGA output using Mini DisplayPort to VGA Adapter (sold separately)
Dual-link DVI output using Mini DisplayPort to Dual-Link DVI Adapter (sold separately)
HDMI video output
Support for 1080p resolution at up to 60Hz
DVI output using HDMI to DVI Adapter (sold separately)
Audio
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Audio line in minijack (digital/analog)
Audio line out/headphone minijack (digital/analog)
HDMI port supports multichannel audio output
Support for Apple iPhone headset with microphone
Built-in speaker
Connections and Expansion
Thunderbolt port (up to 10 Gbps)
FireWire 800 port (up to 800 Mbps)
Four USB 3 ports (up to 5 Gbps)
HDMI port
SDXC card slot
Gigabit Ethernet port
Audio in/out
IR receiver
Communications
Wi-Fi
802.11n Wi-Fi wireless networking;3 IEEE 802.11a/b/g compatible
Bluetooth
Bluetooth 4.0 wireless technology
Ethernet
10/100/1000BASE-T Ethernet (RJ-45 connector)
Electrical and Operating Requirements
Line voltage: 100-240V AC
Frequency: 50Hz to 60Hz, single phase
Maximum continuous power: 85W
Operating temperature: 50° to 95° F (10° to 35° C)
Storage temperature: -40° to 116° F (-40° to 47° C)
Relative humidity: 5% to 95% noncondensing
Operating altitude: tested up to 10,000 feet
Typical acoustical performance, sound pressure level (operator position):4
Dual-core model: 12 dBA at idle
Quad-core model: 15 dBA at idle
Limited Warranty and Service
Your Mac mini comes with 90 days of free telephone support and a one-year limited warranty. Purchase the AppleCare Protection Plan to extend your service and support to three years from your computer’s purchase date. Only the AppleCare Protection Plan provides you with direct telephone support from Apple technical experts and the assurance that repairs will be handled by Apple-authorized technicians using genuine Apple parts. For more information, visit Apple Support or call 800-823-2775.
In the Box
Mac mini
HDMI to DVI Adapter
Power cord
Included Software
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Mac App Store
Safari
Mail
Messages
Calendar
Contacts
Reminders
Notes
Time Machine
FaceTime
Photo Booth
Game Center
iTunes
iLife: iPhoto, iMovie, and GarageBand.
Configure to Order
Configure your Mac mini with these options, only at the Apple Online Store.
8GB DDR3 memory upgrade
16GB DDR3 memory upgrade
Apple Remote
2.6GHz quad-core Intel Core i7 processor
8GB DDR3 memory upgrade
16GB DDR3 memory upgrade
256GB solid-state drive
1TB Fusion Drive
Apple Remote
Environment
Apple takes a complete product life cycle approach to determining our environmental impact.Learn more about Environment
Mac mini is designed with the following features to reduce its environmental impact:
BFR-free
PVC-free5
Highly recyclable aluminum enclosure
Meets ENERGY STAR 5.2 requirements
Rated EPEAT Gold6
Apple and the Environment
Learn more about Apple’s dedication to reducing the environmental impact of our products and process. Or read our Product Environmental Reports for detailed information on the environmental performance of every Apple product.
Recycling
Apple takes a holistic view of materials management and waste minimization. Learn more about how to recycle your Mac or PC.
Acoustic Performance
DECLARED NOISE EMISSIONS in accordance with ISO 9296
Sound Power Level LWAd (B) 1 B = 10 dB | Sound Pressure Level Operator Position LpAm (dB) | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
2.3GHz | 2.5GHz | 2.3GHz | 2.5GHz | |
Idle | 2.6 | 2.6 | 14 | 12 |
Hard drive accessing | 2.7 | 2.6 | 16 | 14 |
CD drive accessing | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
LWAd is the statistical upper-limit A-weighted sound power level (rounded to the nearest 0.1 B).
LpAm is the mean A-weighted sound pressure level measured at the operator position (rounded to the nearest dB).
1 B (bel) = 10 dB (decibel).
Accessories
Mac Software
iWork
Aperture
Logic Pro
Final Cut Pro X
Displays and Graphics
Apple Thunderbolt Display
Apple Mini DisplayPort to DVI Adapter
Apple Mini DisplayPort to VGA Adapter
Apple Mini DisplayPort to Dual-Link DVI Adapter
AirPort and Wireless
Time Capsule
AirPort Express Base Station
AirPort Extreme Base Station
Apple Magic Trackpad
Apple Wireless Keyboard
Apple Magic Mouse
Other Accessories
Apple USB SuperDrive
Apple Keyboard
AppleCare Protection Plan
Actual weight varies by configuration and manufacturing process.
1GB = 1 billion bytes and 1TB = 1 trillion bytes; actual formatted capacity less.
Wireless Internet access requires a base station or other wireless access point and Internet access; fees may apply. Some ISPs are not currently compatible with AirPort.
Acoustics measured from typical operator position sitting in front of standard Mac mini system. Acoustics may vary by configuration.
PVC-free in all countries except China mainland, Korea, and South Africa.
Mac mini achieved a Gold rating from EPEAT in the U.S. and Canada.