Hi. I'm not seeking a solution here (though if you have one, do share!), rather, I was wanting to check that I've tried all sensible solutions before going to Apple.
Symptom: Every now and then the Mini freezes for 5 seconds and reboots.
Solutions tried: Zapped PRAM, tried TechTool Pro, used Diagnostics start up, reinstalled OS (local copy) via recovery mode. I've disconnected all non-essential peripherals and removed all unnecessary extentions & start-up apps. I did have a hunch that Time Machine was the issue as often that external drive would dismount automatically. However, tried with different drive, cable and port and made no difference. Disconnecting TM drive and switching TM off in the OS made no difference.
Next step: Next step is to start up in Safe Mode and leave it on for the day. Is there an issue with doing this as my anti-virus/anti-nasty stuff software wouldn't be running (Intego). The only thing I can think of is doing after that is a complete clean install: wipe, format & check SSD. Then install apps one at a time (to avoid just restoring a problem). Then if that doesn't fix it - I'd contact Apple.
Any thoughts as to other things to try please?
Symptom: Every now and then the Mini freezes for 5 seconds and reboots.
Solutions tried: Zapped PRAM, tried TechTool Pro, used Diagnostics start up, reinstalled OS (local copy) via recovery mode. I've disconnected all non-essential peripherals and removed all unnecessary extentions & start-up apps. I did have a hunch that Time Machine was the issue as often that external drive would dismount automatically. However, tried with different drive, cable and port and made no difference. Disconnecting TM drive and switching TM off in the OS made no difference.
Next step: Next step is to start up in Safe Mode and leave it on for the day. Is there an issue with doing this as my anti-virus/anti-nasty stuff software wouldn't be running (Intego). The only thing I can think of is doing after that is a complete clean install: wipe, format & check SSD. Then install apps one at a time (to avoid just restoring a problem). Then if that doesn't fix it - I'd contact Apple.
Any thoughts as to other things to try please?