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Best solution to expand storage and ports for MacMini 2018
I have a MacMini Late 2018 with 32 GB RAM and 256 GB of internal SSD. Currently I have an old external 1 TB SSD connected via USB 3 with read speeds of about 93 MB/s, so I am looking to replace it with a newer, faster and better-looking solution to: 1) Extend my working storage capacity 2) Add...- victor.espina
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- docking station external disk macmini 2018
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- Forum: Mac mini
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Help needed. Want to purchase the Mac Mini 2018 with serial number that yields with "Sorry, we’re currently unable to validate your purchase date."
Hello, I would like to purchase second-hand Mac Mini 2018 with serial number that yields with "Sorry, we’re currently unable to validate your purchase date." Should I be worried about this and is there any other way of finding out which was the original config of the machine? With mentioned... -
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eGPU on Mini to Mac Studio - a step up in graphics performance?
I've been asked to give one of my grandkids a computer for their birthday so I'm considering a Mac Studio so I can pass on my Intel Mac Mini with an eGPU, which currently drives 2X 4k screens. I got the eGPU because Lightroom became unusable when I got the 4k screens. What I'm trying to work out...- weirdsmith
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- graphics performance mac mini blackmagic egpu mac studio m1 macmini 2018
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- Forum: Mac Basics, Help and Buying Advice
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Strange sound on Mac mini 2018 6Core
Hello friends I do a lot of processing with the Mac mini, but last month I heard a weird and disturbing sound as the fan accelerated, similar to the sparking sound coming from inside the device every day when the fan speeds up or the body heats up. It happens. In terms of device care, I'm sure... -
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Software for benchmarking my mini
Dear all, I will receive my mac mini 2018 i5 soon and I would like to do some benchmark with and without eGPU (I never had an eGPU so I need some numbers to see if all is working fine). Can you suggest some software before I start to install all the app etc? I need something for eGPU, memory... -
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Mac Mini 2018 - Samsung CJ890 43" Ultra-Wide
I have just ordered this monitor and am curious if anyone that has this setup is able to get the full resolution of 3840x1200 from using the Displayport to USB-C (Thunderbolt 3) connection? -
MSI Radeon RX 480 (8GB) / Bootcamp (Windows 10) Error 12
Anyone know how to get this thing recognized by Windows? I'm running a 2018 Mac mini. The mini is hooked to the eGPU via thunderbolt 3.- Keblar
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- egpu macmini 2018 windows 10
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- Forum: Windows, Linux, macOS, & Others on the Mac
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Mac Mini 2018 Kernel panic bug_type 210 after Security Update 2020-002
Hello everyone, since installing the Mojave Security Update 2020-002 I do get a message that my Mac Mini 2018 was restarted because of a problem even I shut it down normally. The Mac Mini 2018 was running fine for 3 months. The Apple Hardware Check does not show any errors. Also tried to reset... -
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Macmini 2018 with eGPU and selling MacPro Late 2013
Dear all I'm in the process to think about a new desktop machine. As the new (2020 ?) MacPro won't be an option for me, I'm considering switching from a nMP Late 2013, 12 core, dual D700, 32gb of Ram and 1tb nvme disk to a maxed out macmini with an eGPU. My main use is photography with... -
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Powering external drives from a single USB-C/Thunderbolt 3 port - Mac Mini
Hi all, My second post today...can you tell I’ve just bought a new computer! My question is: Will a single USB C/Thunderbolt 3 port on the 2018 Mac Mini provide enough power for 4 standard USB external hard drives (WD My Passport types) through an UNPOWERED USB-C or Thunderbolt 3 hub? Or... -
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2018 Mac Mini monitor dilemma
Hi folks, Thanks in advance for any help. I have a 2018 Mac Mini arriving soon with 32 gig of RAM and the upgraded processor. My issue is monitor choice. I would like a 34 inch wide monitor for the work I do, but I’ve seen lots of articles suggesting that even a screen as large as 27 inches...- Srwmusic
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- 4k display macmini 2018 qhd wqhd
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2018 Mac Mini USB Sleep settings - drives remain powered on
Hey guys, when I eject USB drives on my MM2018 the drives spindown after eject as expected, but then they just spin up again (staying unmounted from the OS tho). Never happened on my other Macs, is it happening on yours too? Thx! -
Mac Mini 2018 SSD NAND cell type?
Hi, is anyone aware what cell level is used in the Mac Mini 2018's SSD NAND? SLC, MLC, TLC or even QLC? As far as i have seen (on iFixit) apple is soldering Toshiba TSB3225V81199TWNA1 chips to the logicboard. But i cannot find any info about the chips on google... Any infos?
