AirPort/Bluetooth Combo Card
Tools
These are some common tools used to work on this device. You might not need every tool for every procedure.
Troubleshooting
There are no troubleshooting guides for the Mac mini Model A1283 at this time.
Upgrades
You can cost-effectively upgrade a number of components in the Mac mini Model A1283.
- Memory: If your mini is still running with only the stock RAM, upgrading with 1 GB or 2 GB of RAM will provide a dramatic performance boost at minimal cost.
- Hard Drive: 120, 250, or 320 GB hard drives came standard with the Mac mini Model A1283.
Identification and Background
You can verify that you have a Mac mini Model A1283 by checking the model number on the bottom of your mini.
Use the Mac mini identification system to help you identify your machine. Mac minis tend to look very similar, and it's important to know which machine you have before ordering any replacement parts.
The Mac mini is a desktop computer made by Apple Inc. It is uncommonly small for a desktop computer and its external power supply is roughly one third of the size of the computer itself. It was originally introduced in January of 2005 and has been updated with newer processors and other expansions several times since.