The Air and the Pro just got a graphics related update:
http://support.apple.com/kb/DL1609
This could mean that the Mini will get one next.
http://support.apple.com/kb/DL1609
This could mean that the Mini will get one next.
The Air and the Pro just got a graphics related update:
http://support.apple.com/kb/DL1609
This could mean that the Mini will get one next.
Does the straight Hdmi-to-hdmi connection to a simple display (not TV) cause the black screens or is it mostly for Dvi-to-hdmi chains?
The temporary "workaround" using adapters like miniDP-to-HDMI is not an option for many users since the Mini has only 1 Thunderbolt port which would be permanently occupied by a Tbolt storage device like Lacie 2Big.
Does the straight Hdmi-to-hdmi connection to a simple display (not TV) cause the black screens or is it mostly for Dvi-to-hdmi chains?
The temporary "workaround" using adapters like miniDP-to-HDMI is not an option for many users since the Mini has only 1 Thunderbolt port which would be permanently occupied by a Tbolt storage device like Lacie 2Big.
Yes, they just make these things and throw them on the market without ever testing them. [url=http://smiliesftw.com/x/chad.gif]Image[/URL]
Why should Apple put their own support on a 3rd party site? You do realize that Apple has their own support forum right? http://discussions.apple.com
This is an issue effecting only a small percentage of all users.
have the same out of the box try just about all with the HDMI no luck so i went out today got a cheep 3rd party MiniDisplay port to DVI adaptor then i used the DVI cable that come with my Samsung S27A950D plugged in and since then all good so far no black blinks no snow no colour washed out all problems gone and the system preferences about the display are using the correct profile that was missing all with the HDMI connections
hope this helps all and just to ad yes Apple is aware of the problem i had a quick phone call from Apple here in Australia Melbourne to ask if i have the same issue.
If you're running a LaCie drive, you have bigger things to worry about than the random black screens. Invest in data recovery software already and good luck.
Does the Black Screen problem stop you from using the Mac Mini.
The reason I ask is that I have ordered the middle one of the 3 and If it does not interfere with usage,I will keep it,once it arrives, and wait fore the update.
Thanks
Alan
If you're running a LaCie drive, you have bigger things to worry about than the random black screens. Invest in data recovery software already and good luck.
Has anyone using a monitor that plugs directly into the HDMI port seen this? Or only those of us using the included DVI-HDMI adapter?
Also to those that asked how it affects usage, it's at the level of very annoying but doesn't make it unusable. I use mind about 6-8 hours a day and typically I'll get the black out 3 times a day
Whatever. There is no external drive that doesnt have at least 20% negatives reviews on Amazon due to failure after 1-12 months.
I am currently researching externals and actually find Lacie to have the least amount of negative reviews. Im looking at the lacie 2tb usb3 no-fan unit.
As someone that works in the data recovery industry, LaCie sees the highest failure rate on the market by a large margin (previously Maxtor was up there although they have gotten better in the past several years). Their proprietary firmware is the major cause of these issues. They help keep Kroll, Drive Savers, and others in business.