M4 Mac Mini's Power Button Has New Bottom Location

[840quadra]

It wouldn't work if you're running it headless, as some seem to want to do.

Fine, but totally different use case.

If headless, install in a way that the power button is accessible to power cycle or otherwise. I have done this for over a decade with a 2011 Mini with (IMO) an equally annoying rear power button.

 

[Heat_Fan89]

Fine, but totally different use case.

If headless, install in a way that the power button is accessible to power cycle or otherwise. I have done this for over a decade with a 2011 Mini with (IMO) an equally annoying rear power button.

Or you can try this! 🤓

Suitable for 2024 mac Mini M4 top Power Button 3D Printing Push Switch (Gray)

Since the power switch of for mac mini M4 is at the bottom, this product is designed on the top of mac mini for easy power on/off, which makes it easier to power on/off. package include: switch*1

www.amazon.com

 

[840quadra]

Or you can try this! 🤓

Suitable for 2024 mac Mini M4 top Power Button 3D Printing Push Switch (Gray)

Since the power switch of for mac mini M4 is at the bottom, this product is designed on the top of mac mini for easy power on/off, which makes it easier to power on/off. package include: switch*1

www.amazon.com

I already have one in my 3D print queue, though I honestly keep my system online 24/7 so not sure I will use it!

Thanks for the suggestion!

 

[clv101]

Turns out I am using the Mini's power button pretty much every day. It shares the keyboard (Apple A1243) and mouse (Deathadder V2) with this UGREEN USB 3.0 switch.

In regular use, I put the Mini to sleep (Opt+Cmd+Eject) and wake it up again by touching any key. However, if, when it's sleeping, I use the PC, then put the PC back to sleep and switch the KB and mouse back to the Mac, it won't wake up with a keyboard press! I have to tap the power button the wake it up.