Upgrading the RAM in Your Mac Mini: A Comprehensive Guide

Are you looking to breathe some new life into your trusty Mac Mini? One of the simplest and most effective ways to do so is by upgrading its RAM. In this article, we'll take a look at how to upgrade the RAM in your Mac Mini, including which tools you'll need, what kind of RAM you can use, and how much it will cost.

First things first: before you start, make sure you have all the necessary tools. iFixit's excellent Mac mini tear down and RAM replacement guides are a great resource to help you get started. While it's not strictly necessary to use iFixit's tools, they're definitely worth considering if you plan on doing any more electronics tinkering in the future.

Once you've got your tools, it's time to start upgrading. The 2018 Mac Mini can accommodate up to 64GB of RAM, and features two SO-DIMM slots. Apple uses standard SO-DIMM modules for the memory in the Mac mini, which means you can buy RAM at a much cheaper price and install it yourself.

One thing to keep in mind is that Apple recommends that all 2018 Mac Mini RAM upgrades be performed by an Apple Store or Apple Authorized Service Provider. However, with the right tools and a little patience, upgrading your RAM is definitely doable on your own.

In terms of cost, Apple charges $600 for a 32GB Mac mini upgrade. However, you can order 32GB of Crucial RAM from Amazon for less than half that price. And while 64GB of RAM may not be widely available yet, two 16GB modules will give you 32GB of RAM in the 2018 Mac Mini.

The base Mac Mini comes with two 4GB memory modules for a total of 8GB of RAM. This means that you'll want to upgrade using one of the following configurations: two 16GB modules for 32GB of RAM, or two 32GB modules (which are still relatively rare and expensive).

Upgrading the RAM in your Mac Mini isn't what I would call simple, but it can be done relatively easily with a little patience and know-how. With the right tools and some basic electronics knowledge, you can breathe new life into your trusty old Mac Mini.

So there you have it - upgrading the RAM in your Mac Mini is easier than you might think, and can make a big difference in its performance. Subscribe to 9to5Mac on YouTube now for more videos like this one!

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