deck Posted October 2, 2005 Share Posted October 2, 2005 I'm a Windows user. I want to try Mac. Is it in my interest to get a Mac Mini, hook it to a KVM that supports DVI and try it? Also, would it work with the DiNovo keyboard and MX1000 mouse? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
astrokat Posted October 2, 2005 Share Posted October 2, 2005 If you want to experience the Mac platform, the mac mini is your best bet because of price - unless you wanted to buy a used G3 or G4. Of course, do not expect it to perform as well as a regular Mac desktop. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the evn show Posted October 2, 2005 Share Posted October 2, 2005 Just as a point of interest: Apple's not advertising this, but current Mac minis are shipping slightly faster than the specs on the box claim. The 1.42 are actually 1.5GHz (we received 4 at work on friday) and the 1.25 are apparently 1.3 ghz now (I can't confirm this). They also ship with a 5,400 RPM hard drive rather than the standard 4,200. The only way to know for sure that you've got the faster model is to look into system profiler or the "about this mac" dialog. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deck Posted October 2, 2005 Author Share Posted October 2, 2005 Just as a point of interest:Apple's not advertising this, but current Mac minis are shipping slightly faster than the specs on the box claim. The 1.42 are actually 1.5GHz (we received 4 at work on friday) and the 1.25 are apparently 1.3 ghz now (I can't confirm this). They also ship with a 5,400 RPM hard drive rather than the standard 4,200. The only way to know for sure that you've got the faster model is to look into system profiler or the "about this mac" dialog. 586606407[/snapback] I, too, read The Ink, /. , and Neowin :p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Porsche Design Posted October 2, 2005 Share Posted October 2, 2005 definately get one! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SojIrOu Posted October 2, 2005 Share Posted October 2, 2005 posting on one right now :D. i use it as a "portable" pc to school sometimes. as mentioned they received a speed bump so you should get one now. unless you want to wait for the intel mini. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwIzTiD_Juggalo Posted October 2, 2005 Share Posted October 2, 2005 'intel mini' i kind of like the sound of that :rofl: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steeley Posted October 2, 2005 Share Posted October 2, 2005 I bought a mac mini a few months ago and have not looked back. 1GB Ram is a must. Coming from Windows, it'll take you a week or so to work everything out, but once you have you'll see how simple yet powerful the OS is. In all honesty I can't see why OSX doesn't own the market - but that's a good thing - you won't have to worry about viruses or spyware anymore. The only gripe I've had is that Mirc isn't made for Mac - but Colloqoy (sp?) works fine for that. There might be a lack of games, but i wouldn't know - I only play WoW, and it runs sweet on a mac mini with 1GB Ram. I apologise for my constant new paragraphing and overuse of "-". EDIT: - Just noticed my sig still has my old sigx data! rofl. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zolk Posted October 2, 2005 Share Posted October 2, 2005 The Mac mini is an awesome product that performs rather well for general tasks. I've had mine for a little over a month and I love it. I used to be a Windows "fanboy", but after using a Mac for a month I'm totally sold on Apple's quality and reliability. Within a couple years I plan on purchasing either a Power Mac or iMac. The Mac mini should work with any USB keyboard or mouse. Provided the ones you mentioned are USB, they should work fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Master Shake Posted October 2, 2005 Share Posted October 2, 2005 Sounds good to me? :woot: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AcdShdw Posted October 2, 2005 Share Posted October 2, 2005 anyone know of a site that gives in details and shows whats inside of a minimac, im buying 2, yes 2 mini macs soon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steeley Posted October 2, 2005 Share Posted October 2, 2005 http://www.macworld.com/weblogs/editors/20...nside/index.php That's a good start, mate. Once you've had mac you'll never go back. It's just a shame that so many windows guys bag the mac and dampen it's reputation when it's such a great OS. It really has to be tried. And for the Aussies you can duck down to your nearest David Jones or Megamart and they'll let you play around for ages! Oh, and the other only gripe...You buy a mac one month; next month they upgrade the thing, and you don't get a rebate or discount or anything because you didn't see it coming. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sachleen Posted October 2, 2005 Share Posted October 2, 2005 Mac Mini sounds good, OR, you could just install OSX on your pc. :ninja: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AppleDave Veteran Posted October 2, 2005 Veteran Share Posted October 2, 2005 OT: is a powerbook at good first mac? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MonkeyClaw Veteran Posted October 2, 2005 Veteran Share Posted October 2, 2005 my powerbook was my first mac, and well i built the pc i used for gaming last year and havent touched since i got this pb, its amazing. i was a ms fanboy for a long time, i hated macs and now i dont even know why, they are so much better in every aspect except for perhaps the limited gaming library but then again i really am out of the whole gaming thing and i sitll have my pc for that. but anyhow, they realy are the best machines on the planet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deck Posted October 2, 2005 Author Share Posted October 2, 2005 Mac Mini sounds good, OR, you could just install OSX on your pc. :ninja: 586606948[/snapback] See,well, I don't know where to find OSX Intel Edition (as I'll call it). In any case, I'd love it if when the Macintels come out next year that Mac OS not be limited to 'mac signed' Intel products. Or, at the very least, they release an Wintel friendly Mac OS. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ryanmcv Posted October 2, 2005 Share Posted October 2, 2005 I am a life-long Windows user, but if I were to ever want to try using a Mac, I would definitely start with the Mac Mini. ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PR. Posted October 2, 2005 Share Posted October 2, 2005 I want to buy a Mac Mini but with this new hardware I will have to wait :( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Commodore Max Posted October 2, 2005 Share Posted October 2, 2005 I am also a windows user, but I agree with KoL, I'd start with a Mac Mini ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Master Shake Posted October 2, 2005 Share Posted October 2, 2005 If you do get one make sure it has at least 512 mb ram or more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EidrahS Posted October 2, 2005 Share Posted October 2, 2005 i also want to buy a mac mini but can i add extra Ram myself and does it support DDR 400? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the evn show Posted October 2, 2005 Share Posted October 2, 2005 i also want to buy a mac mini but can i add extra Ram myself and does it support DDR 400? 586610575[/snapback] Yes and no. The mac mini uses PC2700 so while DDR400 should clock down just fine, it won't make your mini work any better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Master Shake Posted October 2, 2005 Share Posted October 2, 2005 Well, since that is the default amount now, it's rather hard to buy a new one that doesn't have 512MB or more. 586610834[/snapback] Well, I didn't know that. You don't have to get smart about it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Southern Patriot Posted October 2, 2005 Share Posted October 2, 2005 If you do get one make sure it has at least 512 mb ram or more. 586610518[/snapback] Well, since that is the default amount now, it's rather hard to buy a new one that doesn't have 512MB or more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joswin Posted October 3, 2005 Share Posted October 3, 2005 What is the mini going to be used for? If its just to see if you will like an Apple system maybe you should go to an Apple store and play about with one there? Just seems a lot of money if you think "Yeah its cool now i need something better..." Im tempted by the Mini myself though, another Apple computer is never a bad thing. ^_^ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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