I'm getting a Mac Mini

[igotswings]

I am pretty sure I want to buy a Mac Mini. I am currently on Ubuntu because XP went to hell a while back. Viruses is a big reason I have yet to install Windows again.

It seems like a decent desktop for light work, all I do is browse the web and listen to music.

Any buying tips or recommendations on keeping the Mini running for quit a long time?

 

[Mini Me]

Buying wise check out the Refurb store - assuming your country has one.

Keep the air vents at the back clear and she'll run happily for as long as you want 🙂

Enjoy.

 

[brendu]

if your hardware savvy at all, max the ram out yourself, otherwise just pay the apple tax and have them max it to 4gigs... aside from that it should last you 4+ years with its current hardware for your usage...

 

[The Hammer]

if your hardware savvy at all, max the ram out yourself, otherwise just pay the apple tax and have them max it to 4gigs... aside from that it should last you 4+ years with its current hardware for your usage...

I thought it can now handle more than four?

 

[Eric S.]

I thought it can now handle more than four?

The mini maxes out at 4GB 😉
http://www.apple.com/macmini/specs.html

 

[flopticalcube]

After EFI Firmware Upgrade 1.2, all Early 2009 minis and onward can support 8GB. OP probably won't need more than 2GB.

 

[Badger^2]

The mini maxes out at 4GB 😉
http://www.apple.com/macmini/specs.html

Sorry, current mini maxes at 8 gigs.

But at $400, its almost the cost of the mini itself...

http://eshop.macsales.com/item/Other World Computing/8566DDR3S8GP/

But for what you are doing, I would guess 2 is probably fine.

 

[MacMini2009]

Buy the 2.53GHz model and you'll never have to open it because of your needs.

 

[Kenzembo1]

Check the refurb store first...they have some really amazing deals!

 

[Habitus]

I am pretty sure I want to buy a Mac Mini. I am currently on Ubuntu because XP went to hell a while back. Viruses is a big reason I have yet to install Windows again.

It seems like a decent desktop for light work, all I do is browse the web and listen to music.

Any buying tips or recommendations on keeping the Mini running for quit a long time?

All you need is air ventilation. Also, make sure your MacMini has the specs you need; upgrading RAM and the hdd can be tricky.

Habitus

 

[igotswings]

Check the refurb store first...they have some really amazing deals!

Is it usual for minis to be out of stock in the refurb store?

 

[flopticalcube]

Very. Use www.refurb.me to let you know when they are in stock. They usually sell out within an hour or two of coming in.

 

[gazzamac]

i've had my mac mini for two and a half years and use it for web browsing and light document work. I can see I will keep it another two years at least providing I have no hardware issues. Good solid kit.....

 

[Primejimbo]

Very. Use www.refurb.me to let you know when they are in stock. They usually sell out within an hour or two of coming in.

Do those refurbs come with a 1 year warranty and can you get Apple Care on those also?

EDIT: They do come with a 1 year warranty, but can you get Apple care on those?

 

[flopticalcube]

Do those refurbs come with a 1 year warranty and can you get Apple Care on those also?

Yes and yes.

 

[student_trap]

I am pretty sure I want to buy a Mac Mini. I am currently on Ubuntu because XP went to hell a while back. Viruses is a big reason I have yet to install Windows again.

It seems like a decent desktop for light work, all I do is browse the web and listen to music.

Any buying tips or recommendations on keeping the Mini running for quit a long time?

the minis are wonderful computers, and have plenty of power for your intended usage. I wouldn't bother upgrading anything at this stage, although you can always do so at a later date.

I see no reason why the mini shouldn't last you (assuming your usage doesn't change) for years.

 

[igotswings]

i've had my mac mini for two and a half years and use it for web browsing and light document work. I can see I will keep it another two years at least providing I have no hardware issues. Good solid kit.....

Which one do you have, 2gb/4gb?