Apple mac mini User Manual

32 - Mac mini Troubleshooting
 Symptom Charts
Sound
Distorted sound from speakers
1. Check balance in System Preferences: Sound: Output. Verify sound is correct with 
external speakers/headphones.
2. Check to see if the sound is the same from the internal speaker vs. external speakers.
3. Check that speakers are inserted correctly, and check cables for damage.
4. Compare same sound with two different units to make sure that sound is actually  distorted.
5. Remove the top housing and internal frame.
6....

Mac mini Troubleshooting - 33
 Symptom Charts
Display
Dim display, but computer appears to operate correctly
1. Check that the display is compatible with the Mac mini. Refer to Knowledge Base 
article 300652: Mac mini: compatible Apple displays.
2. Check the brightness level in Display pane of System preferences.
3. Make sure that the monitor is turned on and has power. Make sure that the displays  power cord is plugged into a working wall outlet, and that its properly connected to the 
power adapter....

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 Service SourceUpgrades
                 Mac mini and Mac mini (Late 2005) 

Mac mini Upgrades - 1
 AirPort and Bluetooth Upgrade
AirPort and Bluetooth Upgrade
On the original Mac mini computer, Apple offered AirPort Extreme and Bluetooth as CTO 
(Configure to Order) options for Mac mini. For customers that bought the product in retail 
or want to add AirPort Extreme and Bluetooth later, Apple will provide an upgrade kit for 
service providers. The upgrade kit includes both AirPort Extreme and Bluetooth. They are 
not available as separate upgrades through service. 
The upgrade...

2 - Power Mac G5 Upgrades
 AirPort and Bluetooth Upgrade
Upgrade Kit (M9870Z/A) Contents (original Mac mini)
Procedure
1. Shut down the computer.
Warning:  Always shut down the computer before opening it to avoid damaging its 
internal components or the components you are installing. Do not open th\
e computer 
or attempt to install items inside it while it is on. 
2. Unplug all external cables from the computer except the power cord.
3. Touch the metal case to discharge any static electricity from your...

Mac mini Upgrades - 3
 AirPort and Bluetooth Upgrade 8. Hold the putty knife with the beveled edge facing the bottom housing. Insert the tool 
into the gap where the metal housing and the bottom assembly come together on the 
left side of the computer.  Important: Be extremely careful not to scratch or dent the 
top or bottom housing when inserting the tool.
9. Gently release the internal latches by prying the tool away from the computer.  Note:  You will hear little popping sounds as the latches...

4 - Power Mac G5 Upgrades
 AirPort and Bluetooth Upgrade
10. Repeat the procedure on the right side of the unit.
11. Push the I/O panel upward until the top housing is removed. The popping sounds will 
continue as you push the I/O panel; this is normal. 

Mac mini Upgrades - 5
 AirPort and Bluetooth Upgrade 12. Set the top housing aside.
13. With a jeweler’s # 0 Phillips screwdriver, remove 3 screws on the internal frame. 

6 - Power Mac G5 Upgrades
 AirPort and Bluetooth Upgrade
14. Free the power button cable from the kapton tape on the internal frame. 
15. Lift the internal frame straight up and set it aside. 

Mac mini Upgrades - 7
 AirPort and Bluetooth Upgrade 16. Locate the mezzanine board that contains the AirPort Extreme and Bluetooth card. 
17. Turn over the mezzanine board so the AirPort Extreme card is facing down. Connect 
the mezzanine board to the connector on the logic board. Install the two screws on the 
mezzanine board.