Yes, mini computers are still used. They are popular in industrial and commercial applications where space is limited and a full-size computer is not required. Mini computers are also used in some home theater systems.
Yes you can connect a mini PC to a laptop. You can use an HDMI cable to connect the mini PC to the laptop. The mini PC will then act as an external graphics card for the laptop. You can also use a mini PC to connect to a laptop's Thunderbolt 3 port.
Yes, you can use a mini PC like a laptop. A mini PC typically has most of the same features as a laptop, including a keyboard, mouse, and monitor. Mini PCs are also more portable than laptops, making them ideal for travel.
Most mini PCs don't have a fan, which makes them very quiet. However, without a fan, they can't dissipate heat as effectively, so they may run hotter than a regular-sized PC. If you're using your mini PC for light tasks, like web browsing or email, then it shouldn't get too hot. However, if you're using it for more demanding tasks, like gaming or video editing, then it might get too hot and start to throttle, which can slow it down. If you're worried about your mini PC getting too hot, you can always get
4.5/5
1xUSB 2.0,1x USB 3.0,1x Micro SD card Slot.
Windows 10 Pro 64 Bit,perfect for Web surfing,school homework,home entertainment,Video projector,Video Surveillance monitor.
CPU: Powered by Quad-core Intel X5-Z8350 Processor with a base frequency of 1.44 GHz and a clock speed up to 1.92 GHz.
Dual Band 2.4G/5G WiFi AC,4K HD.Bluetooth 4.2
Support power failure Auto-on: Step 1: Power up your MINI PC and press “DEL†to enter BIOS. Step 2: Inside BIOS menu,select the boot option to find a setting named “automatic power on†and enable this setting.
$234
I purchased this tiny PC stick to use with my large screen computer setup. It is roughly twice as big as a USB flash disk. An HDMI cable, power converter, and user manual were all included. High-quality material is used to construct the case. It has tiny ventilation grills on the casing but no fan. The device was simple to set up. I connected the power cord, inserted a little wireless mouse and keyboard, hooked the PC stick into my TV's HDMI port, and turned it on by pressing the power button. Following the instructions on-screen required roughly 20 minutes for the first setup of Windows. After Chrome was installed and Windows had fully booted up, there was around 57.1 GB of free space on a 64GB system. I started a 4K (3840 x 2160) HD movie trailer, and it played smoothly with crystal-clear audio. I can use this small computer. Its compact and reasonable performance for everyday work and watching HD movies with significantly less power usage than a desktop or laptop pc are things I enjoy.
4.4/5
1xUSB 2.0,1x USB 3.0,1x Micro SD card Slot.
Windows 10 Pro 64 Bit,perfect for Web surfing,school homework,home entertainment,Video projector,Video Surveillance monitor.
CPU: Powered by Quad-core Intel X5-Z8350 Processor with a base frequency of 1.44 GHz and a clock speed up to 1.92 GHz.
Dual Band 2.4G/5G WiFi AC,4K HD.Bluetooth 4.2
Support power failure Auto-on: Step 1: Power up your MINI PC and press “DEL†to enter BIOS. Step 2: Inside BIOS menu,select the boot option to find a setting named “automatic power on†and enable this setting.
$234
I've had a few little computers. They are, in my opinion, extremely small, practical, and nevertheless suitable for the majority of things that the typical person undertakes. I've purchased two mini PCs from ACEPC, including this one. I already had the T11, and now I have the ACEPC AK1. I enjoy that this model is a little bigger than your typical tiny PC. gives the impression that it is a higher-quality piece of gear. Even so, this IS true. Just enhances the appearance. I particularly enjoy the power light, which is an LED that surrounds the device's base. It looks great. As I previously mentioned, I really appreciate that this is on the larger side. But suppose you'd rather have something a little bit slimmer. No issue. The device features a built-in expansion bay for a 2.5" SATA drive, which is a fantastic feature (found in most laptops). a fantastic choice if 64 GB of flash memory is simply insufficient (I added a 500 GB drive to mine). But the expansion bay is detachable if you don't mind the 64 GB of hard drive capacity. To lock in the expansion bay, there are two sliding locks on either side of the bottom (see included image). It may be taken out by simply lifting it out and sliding the unlock switches. reducing the size by a significant amount for a significantly thinner appearance (similar to the ACEPC T11). You also have a small SD card slot to expand your storage if you want a sleeker design but still need the hard drive space for some more download storage. So, regardless of your decision, you can have your cake and eat it too.The specifications are as follows: This has 64GB of flash memory. 4GB of RAM and an Intel Celeron J3455 1.5 GHz (64-bit) CPU are used. Even if this appears low by today's standards for a desktop PC, it doesn't require much to run. These specifications are just right for getting the job done. This should work just fine for what the majority of people need, provided you're not trying to play the newest, most graphically intensive video game. Excellent for me. This was actually a gift for my 9-year-old son. For him to play, I have emulators and ROMS for vintage console games on this. As well as the flawlessly functional Roblox and Minecraft. I have to fight to keep him away from his first computer.I would definitely recommend giving the ACEPC AK1 a try if you're looking for a solid PC to complete your everyday activities on or just keep around for any reason.
4.3/5
Gigabit Ethernet and 802.11AC Wi-Fi
Four Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) ports, one HDMI 2. 0 port, and two USB 3 ports
8GB 2666MHz DDR4
Intel UHD Graphics 630
Ultrafast SSD storage
Macos Mojave inspired by pros but designed for everyone, with dark mode, stacks, easier screenshots, new built-in apps, and more
Quad-core i3 8th-Generation Intel Core Processor
$234
The i5 model with 256GB of storage is the subject of this review. I'll summarize the following before I go into my own life story. I believe you'll enjoy this if you've never used a Mini before and are seeking for a compact, powerful machine. I doubt you'll be dissatisfied with the enhancements if, like me, you're thinking about upgrading from an older Mini (but there are some considerations).Pros:s(*) A significant improvement over earlier Minis in terms of speed, ports (generally), and graphics (not difficult to pull off) (*) It is still a terrific size and the reason I adore Minis (*) despite not having an updated form factor. Quiet. These are really peaceful and calm (*). Four Thunderbolt 3 ports make it simple to connect quick external storage drives (*) Again, you may update the RAM on your own to save a ton of money, but doing so would void the warranty (*). Base prices for configurations are not excessive (more below)(*) Personal choice, but I really like the original metal design and believe the new Space Gray looks sleek.Considerations:s(*) The integrated graphics are the only serious design flaw, pricing considerations apart. Since even low-power GPUs will outperform the Intel graphics, they should have (and could have) included a superior internal graphics alternative. The answer is yes, but doing so will more than double the size and noise level and cost hundreds of dollars. However, compared to my late-2012 Mini (*), this newer version of the Intel graphics is a definite improvement. Before purchasing, I had not considered the fact that the new Mini needs an adapter (not provided) to connect to Thunderbolt 1/2 devices. The Apple adaptor is currently available for $50, but reviews are conflicting.(*) There isn't a specific digital audio output (like optical), which I use on my older Mini every day. If you also use it, you'll need to add another adapter to your shopping list.READ MOREMy first Mini was a late-2012 model with a quad-core i7 processor (MD388LL/A). I simply adore the design and the quietness of it. These are the reasons I returned to using a Mac at home after using Windows computers for years. Although it still performs admirably, I've been eager for an upgrade. I waited (and waited... and waited) for a new Mini to be released, just like many other people. I held out since I detested the 2014 update that prevented us from upgrading the RAM. I was initially unimpressed when this generation was finally shown this Fall. There is no longer a user-replaceable HDD, user-replaceable RAM is now challenging but happily still doable, integrated graphics are still present, and the pricing starts at $800. I felt quite let down until I remembered all I had spent and done on my Mini years before.I paid roughly $800 for the quad-core i7 model with 4GB of RAM back in 2012. I then upgraded to 16GB of RAM and installed a 256GB SSD for approximately $200 and a few hours (for faster and quieter operation compared to the 1TB platter drive). So, a system with 256GB of storage and 16GB of RAM costs a little over $1000. I now have a lot quicker Mini with better ports for that amount of money, excluding the 8GB rather than the 16GB of RAM. In contrast to how I felt when they were first released, I no longer believe that the base configurations are overpriced.Yes, compared to third party alternatives, having Apple add more disc space or RAM is (as it always has been) outrageously pricey. If you're new to buying Macs, you should know that updating through Apple comes at a horrifying price, which is why most consumers opt to upgrade themselves. Since this Mini has four Thunderbolt 3 connections and Thunderbolt 3 disks are relatively quick, most people shouldn't have a major problem with hard drive space. The inbuilt SSD is also quick. Even while it's not quite as simple as adding RAM to a late-2012 model, adding RAM to this one is still easier than replacing or adding a second hard drive to the late-2012 model (but will void the warranty).It was rather simple to transfer the data and settings from my previous Mini (if you do it, make sure both computers are connected to a monitor, keyboard, and mouse because the older computer needs to be set up to conduct the transfer). Since this was my first time performing a thorough transfer, I was astounded to see that everything on the new Mini was identical to what was on the older one, including the desktop image, desktop data, open Firefox tabs, and other settings. It was fantastic to have a seamless transition!This new Mini is incredibly quiet, which is what I anticipated and expected. When I'm working, I can actually hear the electronics generating a soft buzzing sound, but I have to be close to it to notice it. You might also hear that if this is on your desk in a quiet environment. Except when the CPU is under heavy load, the fan is practically silent.Although I would have like it to have additional connectors (such as Thunderbolt 2 and optical audio), I can see why Apple opted to upgrade to the newer connections. Legacy connectors are only useful for so long.Okay, let's talk about the integrated graphics, which are kind of the big deal (at least to me). Apple could have used AMD's integrated Vega M GPU to add better graphics to this without adding much (if any) space or heat load. Sure, you can utilize an eGPU, and it's nice that Macs now offer that option, but doing so greatly expands the system's size and noise level. An eGPU doesn't make sense for me because I buy Minis for their small size and silent operation, but it might for some of you. I'll do more research first, but if I can use a fanless graphics card to create a silent (but still substantial) eGPU, I might as well.In conclusion, while I do wish they had chosen nicer graphics and kept some of the older connections, generally, I really like it. I would adore this Mini much more if it were my first one because I wouldn't be accustomed to its amazingly compact size and silent operation. Given the more difficult to replace RAM and integrated graphics in these newer versions, I balked at the price, but I don't regret my decision at all. At all. Now that I've actually tried one, it comes highly recommended.
4.3/5
802.11ac WiFi, Gigabit Ethernet LAN and Bluetooth 5.0. Maximum Power Supply Wattage 300 W
1 USB 3.1 Type C Gen 2 port (up to 10 Gbps), 1 USB 3.1 Gen 2 Port, 1 USB 3.1 Gen 1 Port, 4 USB 2.0 Ports and 2 HDMI Ports and 1 VGA Port
1TB 7200RPM SATA Hard Drive and 8X DVD Writer Double Layer Drive (DVD RW)
8GB DDR4 2666MHz RAM Memory and 16GB Intel Optane Memory
8th Generation Intel Core i3 8100 Processor (3.6GHz)
$234
This has been operating for a little over a month and is still functioning nicely. It is a great base computer that can be improved and has outstanding functionality. Although the price has already fallen by $50 after I purchased mine, I suppose it is even more of a deal now. Runs very quietly, in part due to the absence of a case fan. For the first month, I ran it nonstop to burn some of the miles off of it. All is well thus far. Nice appearance; tiny size works well on a desktop. I bought a better set of keyboard and mouse because my old ones weren't very nice. To go with that, I purchased some miniature speakers so I could have sound. Has a quick startup, quick software loading, and a solid wifi connection to my router two levels up. I paired it with an old monitor. Overall, it appears to be a solid piece that is ideal for my wife's office-related needs. Update coming in around six months.
4.3/5
ã€Storage Expansion Option】2GB of RAM, 32GB of Storage. You can expand the storage with a Micro SD card up to 128GB, a USB stick or a USB hard disk.
ã€Small But Powerful】4K HD for visually home entertainment, perfect for home office, Internet surfing, watching movies, or simply browsing the web.
ã€Intel Atom Processor】Quad-Core Intel Atom x5-Z8350 Processor. It's base operating frequency 1.44 GHz/s rising to a 1.92 GHz in burst mode
ã€Windows 10 OS】Pre-installed with Windows 10 Pro(64bit) OS.Support Auto-on after power failure(1.Hit ESC when power up 2.Enter Bios and set Power On)
ã€I/O Specifications】2x USB 3.0, 1x HDMI, 1x Headphone/Mic Combo Interface, 1x 1000 Mbps Ethernet Port, 1x Micro SD Card Slot etc.
$234
In my home, the living room has a conventional TV. I find it quite difficult to decide what to watch. I'm not able to see YouTube videos while listening to music. Since I purchased this Window box, my outdated TV has been transformed into a lovely smart TV. A window box, a power cord, and an HDMI cable are included. The Windows box includes 32GB of expandable storage and 2GB of RAM. Videos with a 4K resolution are exceptionally clear. The window box's Ethernet port will offer a quicker internet connection than wireless Wi-Fi. The two USB ports can also be used to connect a keyboard, mouse, or external storage. Now that I have another "computer" at home, I can watch TV, listen to music, browse the internet, and view YouTube videos. My life is made a lot simpler by it. Please note that this is not a window box for video games!
4.3/5
ã€Storage Expansion Option】: 4GB of RAM, 64GB eMMC. You can expand the storage with a Micro SD card up to 128GB, a USB stick or a USB hard disk or a 2TB 2.5 inch SSD/HDD(SD card/2.5inch SSD is not included).
ã€Fanless Mini Desktop Computer】: T11 mini PC is a quiet performer that keeps noise levels down, thanks to fan-less design. All important connections are available: 1x LAN, 2x USB 3.0, 2x USB 2.0, 1x HDMI, 1x audio output, 1x VGA, 1x Micro SD slot
ã€Win 10 Mini Computer】: Pre-installed with Windows 10 Pro(64bit), support Auto-on after power failure, simply get into BIOS interface by pressing "ESC" key when boot this mini pc, choose "Boot" and "Enable Automatic Power On".
ã€Intel HD Graphics】: Easy to enjoy Web surfing and 4K video playback, or connect to your projector as a home theatre, enjoy a variety of entertainment. HDMI/VGA Port easily connecting two monitors, simplify and double your work efficiency.
ã€Intel Atom x5-Z8350 Mini PC】: Quad-core intel atom x5-Z8350 processor,1.44GHZ CPU up to 1.92GHz.Built-in 4GB of RAM,64GB eMMC, supports 2.4G+5G Dual-Band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, LAN 1000Mbps.
$234
This small computer offers the best performance for the money. I've been using this computer for streaming videos, web browsing, and of course online shopping. Performance never interfered with the experience, and the mini-computer kept up with my workloads even when I was multitasking. The little computer was used to type this review, only to show how capable it is. This is ideal for me as a high school student to finish tasks, work on papers, and study. The vesa mount, which keeps the already-compact computer buried in the rear and out of sight, is an added plus. With two USB 3.0, two USB 2.0, VGA, HDMI, gigabit ethernet, and a micro USB connector for a USB splitter, the port variety is also excellent. Overall, I was quite delighted with this basic computer because it was so good for the price and handled any practical work I gave it.
4.3/5
✔ã€Durable and Reliable Warranty】Lifetime technical support,7 days/ 24 hours serving,24 months of warranty.If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us and we are 100% guaranteed to solve your problem.
✔ã€Fully Equipment】Support 2.4G/5.8G Band WiFi and BT 4.1.Built with VGA and HDMI port, seamlessly connecting two monitors, simplify and double the efficiency of your work.
✔ã€Portable and Silent】Equipped with a mounting bracket can be easily fixed to the back of the monitor and space saving.The fanless design with 2w SDP come trues the electricity bills saving and zero noise.
✔ã€HD Graphic】With integrated Intel HD graphic to enjoy 4K Web surfing,video playback,watching TV,home theater, enjoy the entertainment with your family.
✔ã€Windows 10 Pro】Pre-installed with Windows 10 Pro and support Ubuntu 16.04,built-in 4GB DDR3/64G upgraded Intel x5-Z8350 Processor,up to 1.92GHZ.Support auto power on and 128GB SD Card, 2TB mobile hard disk box via USB3.0 interface.
$234
I found this Mini PC really easy to set up. The voice guidance  led me through the process well. (this can be muted or disabled if you wish.) It was particularly effective in 'plumbing in' the internet and then giving access to my Cloud storage.ssPhysically - it really is quite small, and comes with a handy metal bracket for wall-mounting.There are a good number of input points too. I stuck a Mouse, keyboard and monitor screen on immediately and still had a couple to spare. Only one of those is HDMI though. Speed is excellent for normal office type use.The fact it is fan-less seemed a bits strange initially, but there is no sign of over-heating, and that irritating low-level whine is pleasantly absent. A good tool.
4.3/5
â–ºã€Intel Atom Processor】Quad-Core Intel Atom x5-Z8350 Processor (2M Cache, up to 1.92 GHz).
â–ºã€Dual-Band WiFi】Built in 2.4G/5G WiFi and Bluetooth 4.2,makes everything smoother whenever transmission and download.
â–ºã€4K HD】Equipped with Intel HD graphics, with resolution support 4K. Amazing operating performance, gives you quick responses, smooth picture loading.
â–ºã€Expand Storage】4GB DDR, 64GB of Storage. You can expand the storage with a Micro SD card up to 128GB. With two USB ports(1*USB3.0,1*USB2.0)for easy connection to other devices.
â–ºã€Windows 10 Pro OS】Fanless computer stick Pre-installed Windows 10 Pro (64-bit) OS.Support Auto-on after power failure, simply get into BIOS interface by pressing "ESC" key when boot this mini pc, choose "Boot" and "Enable Automatic Power On".
$234
If you just want to see how it works, check the video review I put up, but, to cut a long story short, this thing is great. A true Windows 10 computer on a small stick. You can do about anything on this that you could conceive of doing on Windows. Obviously, you won't be using this little stick for any computer gaming or video rendering, so if you require a powerful computer, this isn't the device for you. But in reality, that isn't who this is for. With this stick, you can browse the web, watch Netflix in 4K, or any other streaming service you use, and take a whole computer with you wherever there is a screen.I mostly bought this so I could play Xbox One in my bedroom without having to constantly move the gaming system. Now that the Xbox app is available for Windows 10, any Windows 10 computer may be used to broadcast Xbox One games to my bedroom TV. This allows me to utilize my console from my living room. And it performs amazingly for this (i do have 200mbit internet with this stick on 5ghz wifi and my xbox plugged into the router directly).Even though it does so much more, the purchase of this item was more than justified for that one use alone. At first, I was a little dubious. How, for instance, can a little stick be able to execute a complete Windows 10 setup? I anticipated it would be somewhat sluggish and weak, but I still wanted to give it a try, and I'm pleased I did. More powerful than I could have imagined, this creature is. Everything moves extremely quickly. I did get the 4g/64gb model, so I cannot comment on the smaller model, however this one is fantastic.Okay, so space is the main disadvantage. It only contains 64 gb, which translates to about 57 useable gigabytes. Then, if you wish to update Windows on your first boot, you'll lose about 20 GB of space. You may disable Windows Upgrade right now by going to the service menu, but I wanted to update so I could take advantage of all the most recent security enhancements Microsoft has to offer. You'll be set to go if you perform a disk cleanup after updating to restore all the excess space that the temporary update files took up. Of course, for the majority of us, that capacity won't be sufficient for many programs and files, so I bought a 128 GB micro SD card for storage and just store apps on the primary system storage to maintain space and speed. My SD card holds all of my other files.You will need to use your own mouse and keyboard since it doesn't come with any. If you plan to use this streaming stick in your bedroom, like I do, you might want a little keyboard with a touchpad. If you like a more traditional keyboard, the Logitech K400 is excellent for couch surfing. Whatever you purchase, the majority of devices are Bluetooth or USB plug-and-play with a dongle that you insert into a stick.Since this device has two USB ports, one of which is a USB 3.0 port, you should insert your flash drive into the blue port if you plan to use it as storage. Other than that, the device has a micro sd slot, which I use for storage, and a USB mini power port.I really suggest this, in general. It has been the only streaming device in my bedroom for the past week, and I'm quite delighted with it. This will be traveling with us on a little family trip this summer so we can watch movies on the hotel WiFi with whichever TV we get in our room.
4.2/5
Intel HD graphics,Support 4K HD
Built in 2.4G/5G AC WiFi and Bluetooth 4.2
Windows 10 Pro Version Preinstalled
Two USB ports (one 2.0 and one 3.0)
4GB DDR,64GB eMMC,Support Micro SD card up to 128GB
$234
An acquaintance of mine once boasted about his PC stick, which piqued my interest. After doing some research, I was searching for one with good characteristics at a fair price. My expectations were met by this PC stick, especially given its 4GB memory (I consider 2 GB to be insufficient) and 64 GB of storage. I also purchased a portable Bluetooth keyboard with a touchpad in the meanwhile, intending to use it with the PC stick.The PC stick functions effectively out of the box. It is quick and quiet, and it easily handles things like online browsing, streaming videos, and simple graphics. I attach the PC stick to my portable Bluetooth keyboard and my 27-inch Dell monitor. The PC stick features a micro USB port for powering, enabling it to connect to power banks without the use of a power adapter, and this has worked wonderfully in my hands. This is one feature I truly appreciate about it. Although I presently have the PC stick connected to a large monitor, I eventually want to purchase a portable monitor to use with the PC stick. I can see that I will utilize the combo of the portable keyboard, portable monitor, and a power bank to substitute laptops while I am traveling or away from my desktop PC.
4.2/5
Ultrafast SSD storage
8GB 2666MHz DDR4
Quad-core i3 8th-Generation Intel Core Processor
Macos Mojave inspired by pros but designed for everyone, with dark mode, stacks, easier screenshots, new built-in apps, and more
Intel UHD Graphics 630
Four Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) ports, one HDMI 2. 0 port, and two USB 3 ports
Gigabit Ethernet and 802.11AC Wi-Fi
$234
The i5 model with 256GB of storage is the subject of this review. I'll summarize the following before I go into my own life story. I believe you'll enjoy this if you've never used a Mini before and are seeking for a compact, powerful machine. I doubt you'll be dissatisfied with the enhancements if, like me, you're thinking about upgrading from an older Mini (but there are some considerations).Pros:s(*) A significant improvement over earlier Minis in terms of speed, ports (generally), and graphics (not difficult to pull off) (*) It is still a terrific size and the reason I adore Minis (*) despite not having an updated form factor. Quiet. These are really peaceful and calm (*). Four Thunderbolt 3 ports make it simple to connect quick external storage drives (*) Again, you may update the RAM on your own to save a ton of money, but doing so would void the warranty (*). Base prices for configurations are not excessive (more below)(*) Personal choice, but I really like the original metal design and believe the new Space Gray looks sleek.Considerations:s(*) The integrated graphics are the only serious design flaw, pricing considerations apart. Since even low-power GPUs will outperform the Intel graphics, they should have (and could have) included a superior internal graphics alternative. The answer is yes, but doing so will more than double the size and noise level and cost hundreds of dollars. However, compared to my late-2012 Mini (*), this newer version of the Intel graphics is a definite improvement. Before purchasing, I had not considered the fact that the new Mini needs an adapter (not provided) to connect to Thunderbolt 1/2 devices. The Apple adaptor is currently available for $50, but reviews are conflicting.(*) There isn't a specific digital audio output (like optical), which I use on my older Mini every day. If you also use it, you'll need to add another adapter to your shopping list.READ MOREMy first Mini was a late-2012 model with a quad-core i7 processor (MD388LL/A). I simply adore the design and the quietness of it. These are the reasons I returned to using a Mac at home after using Windows computers for years. Although it still performs admirably, I've been eager for an upgrade. I waited (and waited... and waited) for a new Mini to be released, just like many other people. I held out since I detested the 2014 update that prevented us from upgrading the RAM. I was initially unimpressed when this generation was finally shown this Fall. There is no longer a user-replaceable HDD, user-replaceable RAM is now challenging but happily still doable, integrated graphics are still present, and the pricing starts at $800. I felt quite let down until I remembered all I had spent and done on my Mini years before.I paid roughly $800 for the quad-core i7 model with 4GB of RAM back in 2012. I then upgraded to 16GB of RAM and installed a 256GB SSD for approximately $200 and a few hours (for faster and quieter operation compared to the 1TB platter drive). So, a system with 256GB of storage and 16GB of RAM costs a little over $1000. I now have a lot quicker Mini with better ports for that amount of money, excluding the 8GB rather than the 16GB of RAM. In contrast to how I felt when they were first released, I no longer believe that the base configurations are overpriced.Yes, compared to third party alternatives, having Apple add more disc space or RAM is (as it always has been) outrageously pricey. If you're new to buying Macs, you should know that updating through Apple comes at a horrifying price, which is why most consumers opt to upgrade themselves. Since this Mini has four Thunderbolt 3 connections and Thunderbolt 3 disks are relatively quick, most people shouldn't have a major problem with hard drive space. The inbuilt SSD is also quick. Even while it's not quite as simple as adding RAM to a late-2012 model, adding RAM to this one is still easier than replacing or adding a second hard drive to the late-2012 model (but will void the warranty).It was rather simple to transfer the data and settings from my previous Mini (if you do it, make sure both computers are connected to a monitor, keyboard, and mouse because the older computer needs to be set up to conduct the transfer). Since this was my first time performing a thorough transfer, I was astounded to see that everything on the new Mini was identical to what was on the older one, including the desktop image, desktop data, open Firefox tabs, and other settings. It was fantastic to have a seamless transition!This new Mini is incredibly quiet, which is what I anticipated and expected. When I'm working, I can actually hear the electronics generating a soft buzzing sound, but I have to be close to it to notice it. You might also hear that if this is on your desk in a quiet environment. Except when the CPU is under heavy load, the fan is practically silent.Although I would have like it to have additional connectors (such as Thunderbolt 2 and optical audio), I can see why Apple opted to upgrade to the newer connections. Legacy connectors are only useful for so long.Okay, let's talk about the integrated graphics, which are kind of the big deal (at least to me). Apple could have used AMD's integrated Vega M GPU to add better graphics to this without adding much (if any) space or heat load. Sure, you can utilize an eGPU, and it's nice that Macs now offer that option, but doing so greatly expands the system's size and noise level. An eGPU doesn't make sense for me because I buy Minis for their small size and silent operation, but it might for some of you. I'll do more research first, but if I can use a fanless graphics card to create a silent (but still substantial) eGPU, I might as well.In conclusion, while I do wish they had chosen nicer graphics and kept some of the older connections, generally, I really like it. I would adore this Mini much more if it were my first one because I wouldn't be accustomed to its amazingly compact size and silent operation. Given the more difficult to replace RAM and integrated graphics in these newer versions, I balked at the price, but I don't regret my decision at all. Now that I've actually tried one, it comes highly recommended.
Yes, mini PCs do have WIFI. WIFI is a feature that allows you to connect to the internet wirelessly. Mini PCs usually have WIFI built-in, which means that you don’t need to buy a separate WIFI adapter.
To connect your monitor to your mini computer, first make sure that your mini computer is turned off. Next, locate the video output port on the back of your mini computer. The video output port will typically be one of the following: HDMI, DVI, DisplayPort, or VGA. If your mini computer only has a HDMI port, you will need to use an HDMI cable to connect your mini computer to your monitor. If your mini computer has a DVI port, you can use either a DVI cable or a HDMI cable to connect your mini computer to your monitor. If
To hook up a mini computer to a TV, first locate the appropriate input ports on both the TV and the mini computer. Once the input ports have been located, connect one end of an HDMI cable to the input port on the mini computer and the other end of the cable to the input port on the TV. Once the HDMI cable is connected, turn on both the TV and the mini computer. The mini computer should display on the TV screen. If the mini computer does not display on the TV screen, consult the mini computer's documentation for troubleshooting tips.
Most people would say that a computer is obsolete after about 5 years. However, this is not always the case. Sometimes a computer can last much longer than that. It really depends on the individual and how often they upgrade their computer.
Mini PCs can last a long time depending on how they are used. If used for light tasks such as web browsing and email, a mini PC can last several years. However, if used for more demanding tasks such as gaming or video editing, a mini PC may only last a few years. The lifespan of a mini PC also depends on the quality of the components used.
How many users can use a mini computer at a time? It really depends on the mini computer. Some mini computers can only support one user at a time, while others can support multiple users. It really just depends on the specs of the mini computer.
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