Apple Mac mini MC238LL/A Desktop

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Apple Mac mini MC238LL/A Desktop
Product Description
Theres nothing like Mac mini. At just 6.5 inches square and 2 inches tall, its designed to take up far less room and use far less energy than any other desktop
computer. Mac mini was engineered to fit a lot of computer into a little space. Its powered by an Intel Core 2 Duo processor, with advanced NVIDIA graphics and
fast DDR3 memory. Theres plenty of storage space up to 500GB1 for just about anything. And it comes with Mac OS X Snow Leopard, the worlds most advanced
operating system. Who knew something so small could be so huge? Mac Mini-2.26GHz & 160GB HD plus NVIDIA GeForce 9400M graphics Mini-DVI to DVI
Adapter 110W power adapter and power cord Install/restore DVDs Printed and electronic documentation
Upgraded with a faster 2.26 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor, Apple's innovative Mac mini desktop is a great choice for home computing tasks and creating a digital
media hub. It fits everything that makes a Mac a Mac inside an elegant 2-inch-tall, 6.5-inch square--just add your own keyboard, mouse, and display. The Mac mini
also includes excellent video processing power from the integrated NVIDIA GeForce 9400M graphics chip, an ultra-fast FireWire 800 port, and dual video outputs--a
Mini DisplayPort and a Mini-DVI port.
Officially, Mac mini is a desktop computer. But because it can go places no other Inside its 2-inch-tall, 6.5-inch-square anodized aluminum enclosure, the Mac mini
desktop can go, it's been used everywhere from boats to server rooms, as the heart of houses the fast Intel Core 2 Duo processor.
an entertainment center--and even to power robots. Small, elegant, and unassuming, it
has a sleek, anodized aluminum case and clean, white surface.
Continuing Apple's commitment to the environment, the Mac mini exceeds current
Energy Star 5.0 requirements by consuming less than 14 watts when idle 45 percent
less power than the previous generation. It's also made from highly recyclable aluminum,
uses PVC-free internal components and cables, contains no brominated flame
retardants, and even features smaller packaging.
It comes pre-loaded with Apple's Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard operating system--
an operating system custom-designed for the advanced technology inside--and it also
comes with the iLife '09 suite of applications, including iPhoto, iMovie, Garageband,
and iTunes.
Key Specifications
l Fast 2.26 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor helps you breeze through
everyday tasks such as emailing, web browsing, and working with documents,
spreadsheets, and presentations in iWork or Microsoft Office for Mac (both sold
separately).
l 160 GB hard drive (5400 RPM)
l 2 GB installed RAM (1066 MHz DDR3; supports up to 4 GB)
l NVIDIA GeForce 9400M graphics processor (with 256 MB of DDR3 SDRAM shared with main memory) for an outstanding everyday graphics
experience
l 8x slot-loading SuperDrive with double-layer DVD support (DVD±R DL/DVD±RW/CD-RW)
l Wi-Fi wireless networking (based on 802.11n specification; 802.11a/b/g compatible)
l Gigabit Ethernet wired networking (10/100/1000BASE-T)
l Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR (Enhanced Data Rate) for connecting with peripherals such as keyboards, mice and cell phones
l Dual video output options with Mini DisplayPort and Mini-DVI (includes Mini-DVI to DVI Adapter; optional Mini-DVI to VGA Adapter)

2. l Built-in mono speaker
l Combined optical digital output/headphone output (also includes line-in/microphone jack)
l Dimensions: 6.5 x 6.5 x 2 inches (WxDxH)
l Weight: 2.9 pounds
What's in the box
Mac mini; Mini-DVI to DVI Adapter; 110W power adapter and power cord; install/restore DVDs; printed and electronic documentation
Limited Warranty And Service
The 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.
Key Features
Intel Core 2 Duo Processor
Experience improved energy efficiency and improved multitasking with the 2.26 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo
processor, which also offers an ultra-fast 1066 MHz front-side bus (FSB) and a large 3 MB L2 cache. (An
L2, or secondary, cache temporarily stores data; and a larger L2 cache can help speed up your system's
performance. The FSB carries data between the CPU and RAM, and a faster front-side bus will deliver
better overall performance.)
The hafnium-infused circuitry--which reduces electrical current leakage in transistors--conserves even more
energy. With a substantial 3 MB of shared L2 cache, data and instructions can be kept close to the two
processor cores, greatly increasing performance and allowing the entire system to work more efficiently.
And, because the processor cores share the L2 cache, either can use the entire amount if the other happens
to be idle.
Graphics Processor
The Mac mini features the NVIDIA GeForce 9400M integrated graphics processor for up to five times
better graphics performance than its predecessor, and its dual display support can drive two Apple or third-
party displays with Mini DisplayPort or DVI connections. The NVIDIA GeForce 9400M shares 256 MB
of DDR3 SDRAM with main memory. You'll notice the difference when you work with high-resolution
photos and high-definition video, where graphics-intensive features in iPhoto and iMovie are smoother. And
3D game play--from Spore to Call of Duty--is faster and more responsive.
Wireless Connectivity
The built-in 802.11n wireless networking provides up to five times the performance and twice the range of 802.11g, but it's also backward-compatible with
802.11a/b/g routers, enabling you to communicate with the a wide variety of Wi-Fi resources. It works seamlessly with the new AirPort Extreme with 802.11n. Use
the built-in Bluetooth wireless technology to connect to your PDA or cell phone, synchronize addresses, or download pictures from your cell phone. You can also use
a wireless headset for iChat audio chats and VoIP calls as well as quickly share files with a colleague.
Pre-Loaded with Mac OS X Snow Leopard and iLife '09
Every Mac comes with Mac OS X Snow Leopard, the world's most advanced operating system, and
iLife, Apple's innovative suite of applications for managing photos, making movies and creating and
learning to play music. Snow Leopard builds on a decade of OS X innovation and success with
hundreds of refinements, new core technologies and out of the box support for Microsoft Exchange.
iLife features iPhoto, to easily organize and manage photos; iMovie with powerful easy-to-use new
features such as Precision Editor, video stabilization and advanced drag and drop; and GarageBand
which introduces a whole new way to help you learn to play piano and guitar.
Installed software
l Mac OS X v10.6 Snow Leopard (includes Time Machine, Quick Look, Spaces, Spotlight,

3. Dashboard, Mail, iChat, Safari, Address Book, QuickTime, iCal, DVD Player, Photo Booth,
Front Row, Xcode Developer Tools)
l iLife '09 (includes iPhoto, iMovie, GarageBand, iWeb, iDVD)
Environmentally Friendly Design
Because Apple designs both hardware and software, we
can reduce our environmental footprint in ways others can't. For starters, a highly efficient power supply reduces the
amount of power wasted when bringing electricity from the wall to your Mac. Unlike a lot of PCs, a Mac uses energy-
efficient hardware components that work hand in hand with the operating system to conserve power--even between
keystrokes.
A Mac also doesn't contain a lot of toxic materials. All Mac displays are mercury and arsenic free, and the internal
components are free of polyvinyl chloride (PVC) and brominated flame retardants (BFRs).
Efficient Power Supply
Mac mini includes a highly efficient power supply that reduces the amount
of power wasted when bringing electricity from the wall to your computer.
Lower power consumption reduces energy bills and lessens the
environmental impact of greenhouse gas emissions from power plants.
Advanced Power Management
Unlike a lot of Windows-based PC systems, Mac mini uses energy-
efficient hardware components that work hand in hand with the operating
system to conserve power. Mac OS X spins down hard drives and
activates sleep mode. And it balances tasks across both central processors
and graphics processors. Mac OS X never misses a power-saving
opportunity, no matter how small. It even regulates the processor between
keystrokes, reducing power between the letters you type. That's just one of many ways Apple manages small amounts of power that add up to big savings.
Mac mini is a great example of Apple's energy-efficient design philosophy. It uses less than 14 watts of power when idle--that's something no other desktop computer
can do.2
ENERGY STAR Qualification
Mac mini meets the stringent low power requirements set by the EPA, giving it ENERGY STAR qualification. ENERGY STAR 5.0 sets significantly higher efficiency
limits for power supplies and aggressive limits for the computer's typical annual power consumption.
Apple Mac mini MC238LL/A Desktop