Mac Mini Question

[AppleMactablet]

When I get my Mac Mini next week-I intend to replace the HardDrive, do I have to back up what's on the HDD? Remember this Mac is Brand New-And comes with the Install Disc.
Or can I just open the box, install the new harddrive and load up the install disk?

All replys are greatly appreciated

 

[MacMini2009]

Well if you intend to upgrade the hard drive right when you get it, I see no need to backup as there are no files you need to back up. Just open it up, install the hard drive, and load up the disks.

 

[AppleMactablet]

Thanks-That's seem logical to me

 

[tonyburkhart]

I'm now curious what HDD you're putting in it and what your intended purpose is.

Just my opinion, but if you buy a brand new Mac, I would get the Apple Care and buy an external firewire drive in the size you want. That way you're covered on Apple Care and have a movable drive with media.

 

[BlueRevolution]

I'd erase the original hard drive first, mostly as a matter of being obsessively fastidious. It's nice if you want to sell it down the road. But no, there's nothing you need to back up.