Posts about the Apple Mac Mini (2.0GHz Intel Core 2 Duo)
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Reviews of the Apple Mac Mini (2.0GHz Intel Core 2 Duo)
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CNET Review
The Good: Fast new Core 2 Duo processor compares well with competing Windows desktops; useful iLife '08 software; supersmall chassis remains unique in the mainstream desktop market.
The Bad: Comparable slim Windows desktops offer more features for the dollar, as well as expandability; no information from Apple on whether you'll have to pay for a Leopard upgrade two months from now; free phone support for only 90 days.
The Bottom Line: The Mac Mini remains unique as the smallest mainstream desktop, but competition from Dell and HP has narrowed the gap in features while also offering room for expansion, and at a better price. If your goal is saving space, the Mac Mini is a winner. If you'd rather get the best deal, there are better options.
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alaTest.com
Review Summary: Experts rate this product 75/100 and users 87/100. Comparing these reviews to 58724 other Desktops reviews gives this product an overall alaScore™ 89/100 = Very Good.
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macworld.com
Review Summary: Internally, the mini mixes the new with the old. The biggest change is the inclusion of Intel's Core 2 Duo processors. Running at clock speeds of either 1.83GHz or 2GHz , this second generation of Intel's Core Duo processor supports twice the amount ...
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macworld.co.uk
Review Summary: We're glad to see Apple not give up on its budget option. The small size and impressive processor ensures that the mini remains a versatile system. The larger hard drive and 1GB of memory are also welcome additions. We would, however, like to see a ...
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techradar.com
Review Summary: In benchmarking, it produced 20 frames per second compared to our iMac's 71.3fps. So, it's not much cop at graphics. Still, if all you want is basic specs for communications and the odd movie, and you already have the peripherals, then it has some value
Manufacturer: Apple
Part number: MB139LL/A
General
- Type Personal computer
- Product Form Factor Desktop slimline
- Built-in Devices Antenna, Speaker
- Width 6.5 in
- Depth 6.5 in
- Height 2 in
- Weight 2.9 lbs
- Color Anodized aluminum
- Desktop type Small-form-factor PC
Processor
- Type Intel Core 2 Duo 2 GHz
- Multi-Core processor technology Dual-Core
- 64-bit processor Yes
- Installed Qty 1
- Max processors supported 1
Cache Memory
- Type L2 cache
- Installed Size 4 MB
- Cache Per Processor 4 MB
Mainboard
- Data bus speed 667 MHz
RAM
- Installed Size 1 GB / 2 GB (max)
- Technology DDR2 SDRAM
- Memory speed 667 MHz
- Memory specification compliance PC2-5300
- RAM configuration features 2 x 512 MB
Environmental Parameters
- Environmental standards EPA Energy Star, EPEAT Silver
- Min operating temperature 50 ?F
- Max operating temperature 95 ?F
- Operating humidity range 5 - 95%
Storage Controller
- Type 1 x Serial ATA - Integrated
Storage Controller (2nd)
- Type None
Storage
- Floppy drive type None
- Hard Drive 1 x 120 GB - Standard - Serial ATA-150 - 5400 rpm
- Hard Drive (2nd) None
- Hard Drive (3rd) None
Optical Storage
- Type DVD?RW (?R DL)
- CD / DVD read speed 24x (CD) / 8x (DVD)
- CD / DVD write speed 24x (CD) / 8x (DVD?R) / 2.4x (DVD?R DL)
- CD / DVD rewrite speed 16x (CD) / 4x (DVD?RW)
Optical Storage (2nd)
- Type None
Storage Removable
- Type None
Monitor
- Monitor Type None.
Graphics Controller
- Type Integrated
- Graphics Processor / Vendor Intel GMA 950 Dynamic Video Memory Technology 3.0
- Installed Size 64 MB (max)
- Max Allocated RAM Size 64 MB
- Digital Video Standard Digital Visual Interface (DVI)
Audio Output
- Type Sound card - Integrated
- Sound output mode Stereo
Audio Input
- Type None
Telecom
- Modem None
Networking
- Networking Network adapter
- Wireless LAN Supported Yes
- Data Link Protocol Ethernet, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, Bluetooth 2.0 EDR
- Features AirPort Extreme ready
- Compliant Standards IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED
Printer
- Type None
Expansion / Connectivity
- Expansion Slots Total (Free) 2 ( 0 ) x Memory
- Interfaces 1 x IEEE 1394 (FireWire) - 6 pin FireWire, 4 x Hi-Speed USB - 4 pin USB Type A, 1 x Display / video - DVI-Analog/Digital - 29 pin combined DVI, 1 x Audio - SPDIF input/line-in - Mini-phone 3.5 mm / TOSLINK, 1 x Audio - SPDIF output/headphones - Mini-phone 3.5 mm / TOSLINK, 1 x Network - Ethernet 10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000Base-T - RJ-45
Miscellaneous
- Included Accessories Remote control
- Cables Included ( 1 pcs.), DVI-VGA adapter
- Features Wireless LAN, Built-in Bluetooth 2.0+EDR, Remote control
Power
- Power device type Power adapter
- Voltage Required AC 120/230 V
- Power provided 110 Watt
Operating System / Software
- OS Provided Apple MacOS X 10.5
- Software Apple iCal, Apple Safari, Apple Spaces, Apple iChat AV, Apple Dashboard, Apple QuickTime, Apple Spotlight, Apple iLife '08, Apple DVD Player, Apple Quick Look, Apple Address Book, Apple Time Machine, Apple Hardware Test, Apple Mac OS X Mail, iWork (30 days trial), Apple XCode Developer Tools, Microsoft Office 2004 for Mac Test Drive
Manufacturer Warranty
- Service & Support 1 year warranty
- Service & Support Details Limited warranty - 1 year, Technical support - Phone consulting - 90 days
Sustainability
- EPA Energy Star Compliant Yes
- EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Silver
- Greenpeace policy rating (Mar 2009) 4.7
- Greenpeace policy rating explained The Greenpeace Guide to Greener Electronics (greenpeace.org/electronics) ranks leading mobile and PC manufacturers on a scale from 1 to 10, with 10 being the best. The scoring is based on the companies' global policies; on their practice of eliminating harmful chemicals; and on how they take responsibility for their products once discarded by consumers.
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