For one of our conference rooms what I am looking to do is put the Mac Mini in a case that basically prevents anyone from not just pulling the cables but touching the power button. I know there will have to be a hole of some kind for the cables to pass through but I want to prevent people from shutting it off unless we ask them too. I know we would need to do something about the power strip but finding ways of locking it down are a bit easier. Most of what I found are mounts and things that still leave the cables and buttons accessible. In essence what I am looking for is one of those iPad type stands where the only thing coming out is the power cable and people cannot really mess with the device.
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In our conference room I use https://www.sonnettech.com/product/rackmacmini.html might not be exactly what you need, maybe worth a look tho.
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Mac Mini Acrylic Security Case Under Mount
This under mount is great for the office environment.This simply fits under a desk and will keep the computer locked and safe so no theft. There are holes so that the computer will breathe and not overheat.It will circulate the air flow. The cords simply go in the back so you can organize your co...
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Using a locked cabinet or drawer has been standard practice for conference room computing gear for decades. Decent office furniture usually has some sort of option for keyed security.
With the option for Bluetooth wireless networking for the keyboard and mouse, the cabling would be pretty minimal.
Many office furniture pieces already have holes and ducts for cables anyhow.
A more professional solution would be to route power, AV and networking behind the cabinet/desk/whatever or possibly into the floor underneath it. This negates the possibility of unauthorized people messing with those.
From a design perspective, it's probably better to look at the room's existing furniture and see if a simple modification can be made before going down the path of buying additional furniture.
With the option for Bluetooth wireless networking for the keyboard and mouse, the cabling would be pretty minimal.
Many office furniture pieces already have holes and ducts for cables anyhow.
A more professional solution would be to route power, AV and networking behind the cabinet/desk/whatever or possibly into the floor underneath it. This negates the possibility of unauthorized people messing with those.
From a design perspective, it's probably better to look at the room's existing furniture and see if a simple modification can be made before going down the path of buying additional furniture.
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Locking a Mac Mini (or any computer) inside a cabinet is just asking for trouble. Computers generate a lot of heat, and enclosing a computer in a confined space like a drawer or cabinet will only intensify the heat, and provide no way for that heat to escape. Vent holes are nice, and some kind of exhaust fan may help, but the heat will always be a concern. Additionally, in the case of the Mac Mini, the entire computer case functions as a heat sink to help cool the internals...
I understand the security concerns, but make sure that you consider the issue of heat.
I understand the security concerns, but make sure that you consider the issue of heat.
The Mac mini does not generate that much heat. It's not a 100W incandescent lightbulb burning 24x7.
The heat concern for the Mac mini in a locked cabinet is totally overblown.
The heat concern for the Mac mini in a locked cabinet is totally overblown.
I'm just telling you what I've experienced... but I don't own your computer, so if you want to risk it, be my guest.