Mac Mini, take 4

[circatee]

This is now take 4, I believe, with a Mac Mini M1 (MM).

However, this time around, I setup the unit with a wired keyboard and mouse, then perform the latest updates to Big Sur. With that, this MM is now on 11.4.

Post the above, I installed software:

• Microsoft 365 Office suite
• Logitech Options software
• One work application, via Parallels client (downloaded via the App Shop)

With the above all done, I powered down the unit, then moved it into its setup position, for daily use. Then connected the:

• Monitor (Samsung 49”) via HDMI
• Logitech unifier via an adapter (USB A to USB C)
• Network cable for LAN connection
• Sound cable for my Bose speakers

The main difference this time round, was not placing the unit in the stand I have for the MM.

Thus far, things seem to be working well. Restarting the MM still does not show the display immediately on the Samsung monitor. However, I have learned that if I press the button for source, the MM then displays within 2 seconds.

Interesting…

 

[gusping]

If your main issues are display issues, that’s a win. I’ve had them non-stop since i bought my 2018 mini. As long as you know what to do to make the display show an image each, you’re good.

 

[circatee]

So far so good. And, Time Machine has been setup, too.

I am using a Samsung SSD, in an enclosure, via USB A.
In time, I might look into a USB C/Thunderbolt enclosure for my Samsung SSD. Faster speeds and all that...

 

[gusping]

So far so good. And, Time Machine has been setup, too.

I am using a Samsung SSD, in an enclosure, via USB A.
In time, I might look into a USB C/Thunderbolt enclosure for my Samsung SSD. Faster speeds and all that...

Glad to hear. Long may it continue!