[2020] Mac Mini with M1 Discussion Thread
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 May 16 2021, 08:49 AM
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QUOTE(toytoy @ May 16 2021, 04:04 AM) Im using usb c - dp for 1080p Monitor. The same cable cannot use on 4K monitor. will hdmi to dp converter works for this case?4K is connected Using HDMI to HDMI.  |
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May 17 2021, 08:22 AM
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QUOTE(westlife @ May 16 2021, 08:49 AM) will hdmi to dp converter works for this case? Theoretically should work, but need to get one from reputable brand I think. but it will be better to get a good cable or better still get a dock. |
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May 17 2021, 07:13 PM
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Ok I have another problem...my Chrome crashed after 40-50min using it and it happened twice (yesterday and today). If you guys happened to experience the same issue, let me know how to solve it.
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May 17 2021, 07:55 PM
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QUOTE(entiti77 @ May 17 2021, 07:13 PM) Ok I have another problem...my Chrome crashed after 40-50min using it and it happened twice (yesterday and today). If you guys happened to experience the same issue, let me know how to solve it. Yours is 8 or 16gb ? what plugin do you have |
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May 17 2021, 08:33 PM
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QUOTE(carpathia @ May 17 2021, 07:55 PM) Yours is 8 or 16gb ? what plugin do you have Mine is 16 G. I installed Dark Reader, Secure Shell and Super Easy Auto Refresh on Mac Mini Intel. After moving to Mac Mini M1 and sync'ed the Chrome, the Super Easy Auto Refresh had gone and I installed Easy Auto Refresh. |
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May 17 2021, 10:35 PM
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QUOTE(entiti77 @ May 17 2021, 07:13 PM) Ok I have another problem...my Chrome crashed after 40-50min using it and it happened twice (yesterday and today). If you guys happened to experience the same issue, let me know how to solve it. chrome work fine on my mac mini m1 without any issue (8GB model) |
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May 18 2021, 11:28 AM
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QUOTE(entiti77 @ May 17 2021, 08:33 PM) Mine is 16 G. I installed Dark Reader, Secure Shell and Super Easy Auto Refresh on Mac Mini Intel. After moving to Mac Mini M1 and sync'ed the Chrome, the Super Easy Auto Refresh had gone and I installed Easy Auto Refresh. same 16g model and i dont have issue. i suspect it's one of your plugin |
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May 18 2021, 05:12 PM
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just tested sidecar.. sometimes, i loss wifi connectivity when connect side car to iPad. need to dc sidecar, then only internet working fine.
Sometimes, been sidecar for an hour, then wifi problem start again. is this common? |
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May 20 2021, 12:23 PM
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QUOTE(westlife @ Apr 21 2021, 10:43 AM) but dun forget the facetime camera, mic and speakers are all studio standard, which mac mini does not even have built-in mic and the speakers seriously... I am thinking to get 1 Mac Mini 16GB model, I am new to apple ecosystem, I wanted to replaced to my windows PC, I have existing keyboard/mouse and monitor. agreed that mac mini is a good option for one who just wants to step into apple ecosystem or already have existing keyboard, mouse and display. i just bought an 2018 Intel mac mini to replace my macbook pro 2017 for daily usage also. becos i have been using my macbook pro 2017 like a desktop which it is on 24x7 and the battery kepts on bloated even after replacement becos it is plugged in to AC power all the time. Question: 1) I wondering if Mac Mini compatible with the wireless non-mac keyboard/mouse that I have already owned, do you have any idea about this? 2) Since Mac Mini has HDMI port, I don't think we will have issue on plugging the hdmi port to my Philip 24" monitor right? This post has been edited by kwh01: May 20 2021, 12:46 PM |
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May 20 2021, 01:09 PM
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QUOTE(kwh01 @ May 20 2021, 12:23 PM) I am thinking to get 1 Mac Mini 16GB model, I am new to apple ecosystem, I wanted to replaced to my windows PC, I have existing keyboard/mouse and monitor. 1) i am using logitech keyboard and mouse, have no issue at allQuestion: 1) I wondering if Mac Mini compatible with the wireless non-mac keyboard/mouse that I have already owned, do you have any idea about this? 2) Since Mac Mini has HDMI port, I don't think we will have issue on plugging the hdmi port to my Philip 24" monitor right? 2) i bet it should be no issue as well, the hdmi port on apple product is applicable to all hdmi monitors |
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May 20 2021, 01:23 PM
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QUOTE(kwh01 @ May 20 2021, 12:23 PM) I am thinking to get 1 Mac Mini 16GB model, I am new to apple ecosystem, I wanted to replaced to my windows PC, I have existing keyboard/mouse and monitor. is your mouse and keyboard in bluetooth wireless? Question: 1) I wondering if Mac Mini compatible with the wireless non-mac keyboard/mouse that I have already owned, do you have any idea about this? 2) Since Mac Mini has HDMI port, I don't think we will have issue on plugging the hdmi port to my Philip 24" monitor right? IMO, iMac is much better choice. 1. you get only 1 cable for the device, very neat. if normal computer set up normally need 3 wires. 2. 4.5k resolution screen (this screen is expensive) 3. Pro speaker (support Spatial Audio/Atmos Dolby) and mic 4. Keyboard and mouse/trackpad 5. Color choice. This post has been edited by kevinpss: May 20 2021, 01:24 PM |
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May 20 2021, 01:35 PM
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QUOTE(entiti77 @ May 20 2021, 01:09 PM) 1) i am using logitech keyboard and mouse, have no issue at all good to hear that, thanks for your sharing.2) i bet it should be no issue as well, the hdmi port on apple product is applicable to all hdmi monitors |
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May 20 2021, 01:37 PM
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QUOTE(kevinpss @ May 20 2021, 01:23 PM) is your mouse and keyboard in bluetooth wireless? My mouse/keyboard is wireless with USB port, so probably I will get 1 dongle to extend the additional USB-A port.IMO, iMac is much better choice. 1. you get only 1 cable for the device, very neat. if normal computer set up normally need 3 wires. 2. 4.5k resolution screen (this screen is expensive) 3. Pro speaker (support Spatial Audio/Atmos Dolby) and mic 4. Keyboard and mouse/trackpad 5. Color choice. iMAC does looks good, but since I have limited budget , Mac Mini is just works fine for me. |
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May 20 2021, 04:36 PM
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QUOTE(kwh01 @ May 20 2021, 01:37 PM) My mouse/keyboard is wireless with USB port, so probably I will get 1 dongle to extend the additional USB-A port. can consider this keyboard from Logitech: https://www.logitech.com/en-my/products/key...60.html?crid=27iMAC does looks good, but since I have limited budget , Mac Mini is just works fine for me. |
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May 20 2021, 05:22 PM
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QUOTE(kwh01 @ May 20 2021, 12:23 PM) I am thinking to get 1 Mac Mini 16GB model, I am new to apple ecosystem, I wanted to replaced to my windows PC, I have existing keyboard/mouse and monitor. I should think no problem. I'm using bluetooth Anne Pro 2 Keyb as well as wired USB keyb. My monitor is Viewsonic connected to the Mac mini's HDMI port and another old Dell 17" connected to the Thunderport port using a DVI to HDMI cable and Vention USBC-HDMI adaptor.Question: 1) I wondering if Mac Mini compatible with the wireless non-mac keyboard/mouse that I have already owned, do you have any idea about this? 2) Since Mac Mini has HDMI port, I don't think we will have issue on plugging the hdmi port to my Philip 24" monitor right? |
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May 20 2021, 06:26 PM
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QUOTE(kevinpss @ May 20 2021, 04:36 PM) can consider this keyboard from Logitech: https://www.logitech.com/en-my/products/key...60.html?crid=27 will consider if my keyboard/mouse spoiled, haha..thanks for sharing. |
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May 20 2021, 06:26 PM
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QUOTE(soonwai @ May 20 2021, 05:22 PM) I should think no problem. I'm using bluetooth Anne Pro 2 Keyb as well as wired USB keyb. My monitor is Viewsonic connected to the Mac mini's HDMI port and another old Dell 17" connected to the Thunderport port using a DVI to HDMI cable and Vention USBC-HDMI adaptor. Great, I am getting confident now. Will order Mac Mini soon!  |
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May 20 2021, 06:39 PM
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QUOTE(kwh01 @ May 20 2021, 12:23 PM) I am thinking to get 1 Mac Mini 16GB model, I am new to apple ecosystem, I wanted to replaced to my windows PC, I have existing keyboard/mouse and monitor. No problem at all. I've also just replaced my windows laptop with Mac mini M1. Using existing KB and Mouse. You just need to get used to the keys which are different from Mac. The Ctrl, Win, Alt key function differently. you can assign it however you want though.Question: 1) I wondering if Mac Mini compatible with the wireless non-mac keyboard/mouse that I have already owned, do you have any idea about this? 2) Since Mac Mini has HDMI port, I don't think we will have issue on plugging the hdmi port to my Philip 24" monitor right? Monitor can plug into HDMI no problem. Get 16GB with 256GB SSD enough. Save money buy external SSD to add storage. I would say the latest MacOS is very easy to use compared to long time ago. That time really not used to it. Now it is like a more advanced iPhone. lol. For everyday use sure no problem. |
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May 20 2021, 06:49 PM
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QUOTE(toytoy @ May 20 2021, 06:39 PM) No problem at all. I've also just replaced my windows laptop with Mac mini M1. Using existing KB and Mouse. You just need to get used to the keys which are different from Mac. The Ctrl, Win, Alt key function differently. you can assign it however you want though. How do you assign it? Need to install custom software?Monitor can plug into HDMI no problem. Get 16GB with 256GB SSD enough. Save money buy external SSD to add storage. I would say the latest MacOS is very easy to use compared to long time ago. That time really not used to it. Now it is like a more advanced iPhone. lol. For everyday use sure no problem. Also, may I know about the 3.5mm headphone jack, we can plug in our existing speaker also, shouldn't be problem right? This post has been edited by kwh01: May 20 2021, 06:55 PM |
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May 20 2021, 07:25 PM
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QUOTE(kwh01 @ May 20 2021, 06:49 PM) How do you assign it? Need to install custom software? No need additional software. macOS System Prefs can assign the keys. And yes, got 3.5mm audio out. I plug my old Aego 2 speakers to it.Also, may I know about the 3.5mm headphone jack, we can plug in our existing speaker also, shouldn't be problem right? |
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