Mac Mini Dual Core Boot Camp

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Apple Mac mini 'Core Solo' 1.5 Specs

Identifiers: Early 2006 - MA205LL/A - Macmini1,1 - A1176 - 2108

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Mac mini features the Apple T2 Security Chip — second-generation custom Mac silicon designed by Apple to make Mac mini even more secure. The T2 Security Chip consolidates several controllers into one, and includes a Secure Enclave coprocessor that provides the foundation for encrypted storage and secure boot capabilities. Jan 11, 2019  The dual-core 1.6 GHz i5-8210Y CPU inside the MacBook Air means performance isn’t as good as the 2018 Mac mini eGPU setup we tested last week, but even with such an anemic CPU, the speed. Sep 04, 2006  I have my MacBook Pro set up to run dual display on OSX btu when I go into Windows I can only view one monitor. When Windows boots up I see two start-up screens and when Windows is running I can move my mouse into the second display but no image. I went through the really helpful Windows.

The Apple Mac mini 'Core Solo' 1.5 features a 1.5 GHz Intel 'Core Solo' (T1200) processor, a 2 MB on-chip level 2 cache, a 667 MHz frontside bus, 512 MB of 667 MHz DDR2 SDRAM (PC2-5300) memory, a 5400 RPM, 60 GB Serial ATA hard drive, a slot-loading 8X single layer DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive, and an 'Intel GMA950 graphics processor with 64 MB of DDR2 SDRAM shared with main memory.'
Connectivity includes DVI (DVI-to-VGA adapter included) and Firewire '400', four USB 2.0 ports, combined 'optical digital audio input/audio line in' and combined 'optical digital audio output/headphone' minijacks, a 10/100/1000Base-T Gigabit Ethernet port, and built-in AirPort Extreme (802.11g) and Bluetooth 2.0+EDR. It lacks an internal 56k modem, but an external Apple USB Modem can be purchased for US$49.
Like the Mac mini G4 models, the internal components are cleverly enclosed in a tiny and elegant 2.9 lb, 6.5 inch square, two inch tall case with a built-in speaker and an external power supply.
The Mac mini 'Core Solo' 1.5 also included an Apple Remote for use with Apple Front Row media organization software. The Mac mini 'Core' systems shipped without a display, keyboard, or mouse, but numerous Apple and third-party options are available.
Also see: What are the differences between the Mac mini 'Core Solo/Core Duo' models?

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Introduction Date:February 28, 2006 Discontinued Date:September 6, 2006
Details:The 'Introduction Date' refers to the date a model was introduced via press release. The 'Discontinued Date' refers to the date a model either was replaced by a subsequent system or production otherwise ended.
Also see: All Macs introduced in 2006.
Details:Also see: All models with a 32-Bit processor courtesy of EveryMac.com's Ultimate Mac Sort.
Details:When last updated, Geekbench 2 only provided sufficient 32-bit performance data for this model. These numbers reflect an average of user provided 32-bit and 64-bit results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better.
You also might be interested in reviewing all 32-bit and 64-bit Geekbench 2 user submissions for Macs with the Macmini1,1 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models.
To dynamically compare Geekbench 2 results from different Macs side-by-side, see EveryMac.com's Ultimate Mac Comparison.
Details:The Geekbench 3 benchmark does not support this model. Both numbers reflect an average of user provided results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better.
You also might be interested in reviewing all 32-bit single core and multicore Geekbench 3 user submissions for Macs with the Macmini1,1 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models.
To dynamically compare 32-bit Geekbench 3 results from different Macs side-by-side, see EveryMac.com's Ultimate Mac Comparison.
Details:The Geekbench 3 benchmark does not support this model. Both numbers reflect an average of user provided results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better.
You also might be interested in reviewing all 64-bit single core and multicore Geekbench 3 user submissions for Macs with the Macmini1,1 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models.
To dynamically compare 64-bit Geekbench 3 results from different Macs side-by-side, see EveryMac.com's Ultimate Mac Comparison.
Details:These Geekbench 4 benchmarks are are for a single processor core and all processor cores, respectively. All Geekbench 4 benchmarks are 64-bit. Both numbers reflect an average of user provided results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better.
You also might be interested in reviewing all single core and multicore Geekbench 4 user submissions for Macs with the Macmini1,1 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models.
To dynamically compare Geekbench 4 results from different Macs side-by-side, see EveryMac.com's Ultimate Mac Comparison.
Processor Speed:1.5 GHz Processor Type:Core Solo (T1200)
Details:The Intel 'Core Solo' (T1200) processor has a single processor 'core' on a single silicon chip.
Also see: How fast is the Mac mini 'Core Solo/Core Duo' compared to the Mac mini G4?
Details:N/A
Details:Also see: Is it possible to upgrade the processor in the Mac mini 'Core' models?
System Bus Speed:667 MHzCache Bus Speed:1.5 GHz (Built-in)
ROM/Firmware Type:EFIEFI Architecture:32-Bit
Details:Also see: Does the Intel Mac mini have a ROM or BIOS?
Details:Includes a 2 MB shared 'on chip' level 2 cache that runs at processor speed.
Details:Supports 667 MHz PC2-5300 DDR2 SO-DIMMs. Also see: How do you upgrade the RAM in the polycarbonate Intel Mac mini models? How much RAM of what type do they support?
Details:512 MB of RAM was installed as two 256 MB modules, no slots free.
In the US (and many other countries), site sponsor Other World Computing sells memory -- as well as other upgrades -- for this Mac mini.
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Also see: Actual Max RAM of All G3 & Later Macs.
Details:Apple recommends that one install RAM in matched pairs for optimum performance. Also see: What is the performance difference of the Mac mini 'Core' using matched or unmatched RAM?
Details:Also see: Why are 'integrated graphics' in the Mac mini 'Core' considered to be inferior?
Details:Apple reports that 'memory available to Mac OS X may vary depending on graphics needs. Minimum graphics memory usage is 80 MB, resulting in 432 MB of system memory available' with the default 512 MB installed.
Display Support:Single DisplayResolution Support:1920x1200
Details:The DVI video output supports digital resolutions up to 1920x1200. Apple also reports that it supports the '20-inch Apple Cinema display and 23-inch Apple Cinema HD display; supports coherent digital displays up to 154MHz; supports non-coherent digital displays up to 135MHz.' VGA output (using the provided adapter) supports analog resolutions as high as 1920x1080. S-Video and composite video (to connect to a projector or TV) requires the Apple DVI to Video adapter (sold separately).
Details:N/A
Standard Storage:60 GB HDDStd. Storage Speed:5400 RPM
Details:100 GB or 120 GB hard drives optional.
This model supports hard drives larger than 128 GB.
Also see: How do you upgrade the hard drive in the Mac mini 'Core' models? What type of hard drive do they support?
In the US (and many other countries), site sponsor Other World Computing sells storage upgrades for this Mac mini.
In the UK, site sponsor Flexx sells storage upgrades for this Mac mini.
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Also see: SSD Compatibility Guide for All G3 & Later Macs.
Storage Dimensions:2.5' (9.5 mm)Storage Interface:Serial ATA (1.5 Gb/s)
Details:This model supports a single SATA I (1.5 Gb/s) 2.5' hard drive or SSD that is up to 9.5 mm thick.
Standard Optical:8X 'Combo Drive'Standard Disk:None
Details:Apple reports that the slot-loading 'combo' drive (DVD-ROM/CD-RW) 'reads DVDs at up to 8x speed, writes CD-R discs at up to 24x speed, writes CD-RW discs at up to 16x speed, [and] reads CDs at up to 24x speed.'
Also see: What are the capabilities of the optical drive provided by the Mac mini 'Core' models? Which can read and write dual-layer DVDs?
Standard Modem:NoneStandard Ethernet:10/100/1000Base-T
Details:External Apple USB Modem (56.6k v.92) available for US$49. Gigabit Ethernet standard.
Standard AirPort:802.11a/b/gStandard Bluetooth:2.0+EDR
Details:AirPort Extreme (802.11a/b/g) and Bluetooth 2.0+EDR standard.
Details:Four USB 2.0 ports (up to 480 Mbps), one Firewire '400' port (8 watts).
Details:In the US (and many other countries), site sponsor Other World Computing sells a wide variety of external expansion options and hand-picked accessories like external storage, stands, keyboards, cables, adapters, speakers, and more for this Mac mini.
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Details:Mac mini systems did not ship with a keyboard or mouse. Also see: What type of keyboards and mice does the Mac mini 'Core' support?
Details:Uses a tiny and elegant 6.5 inch wide, 6.5 inch deep, and 2 inch tall case.
Apple Order No:MA205LL/AApple Subfamily:Early 2006
Details:The Apple order number should be unique to this system.
Apple Model No:A1176 (EMC 2108)Model ID:Macmini1,1
Details:Please note that these identifiers refer to more than one model.
Also see: All Macs with the A1176 Model Number, the 2108 EMC Number, and the Macmini1,1 Model Identifier.
For more about these identifiers and how to locate them on each Mac, please refer to EveryMac.com's Mac Identification section.
Details:N/A
Pre-Installed MacOS:X 10.4.5 (8H1619)Maximum MacOS:X 10.6.8*
Details:*This system can run the last version of Mac OS X 10.6 'Snow Leopard'. However, it cannot boot in 64-bit mode nor does it support 'OpenCL' or 'Grand Central Dispatch'. It also cannot run versions of Mac OS X more recent than 10.6.8.
Also see: Which Intel Macs are capable of booting MacOS X 10.6 'Snow Leopard' in 64-bit mode?
Minimum Windows:XP SP2 (32-Bit)*Maximum Windows:7 (32-Bit)*
Details:*Apple's Boot Camp 4 formally supports the 32-bit versions of Windows XP SP2, Windows Vista, and Windows 7. However, if upgraded to at least 1 GB of RAM, the system does meet Microsoft's minimum requirements for Windows 8 and readers have reported successfully running the 32-bit version of this operating system with appropriate drivers.
MacOS 9 Support:NoneWindows Support:Boot/Virtualization
Details:Also see: Are there any third-party programs to run Mac OS 9/Classic applications on Intel Macs?
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For more on running Windows on Intel Macs, please refer to the exhaustive Windows on Mac Q&A.
Dimensions:2.0 x 6.5 x 6.5Avg. Weight:2.9 lbs. (1.32 kg)
Details:In inches - height by width by depth, (5.08 cm, 16.51 cm, 16.51 cm).
Original Price (US):US$599Est. Current Retail:US$50-US$100
Details:Please note that on average the estimated current retail pricing of used systems is updated twice a year (please refer to the date on the bottom of the page for the date last updated).
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Details:Supports a single DVI display (or a single VGA display with the included DVI-to-VGA adapter). Supports digital resolutions up to 1920x1200 and analog resolutions as high as 1920x1080.
Details:N/A
Details:N/A
Details:Four USB 2.0 ports (up to 480 Mbps), one Firewire '400' port (8 watts).
Details:External Apple USB Modem (56.6k v.92) available for US$49. Gigabit Ethernet, AirPort Extreme (802.11g), and Bluetooth 2.0+EDR standard.
Details:N/A
Details:Combined 'optical digital audio input/audio line in minijack.'
Details:Single combined 'optical digital audio output/headphone out minijack.'
Details:N/A
Details:100V-240V, 110W maximum.

Global original prices for the Mac mini 'Core Solo' 1.5 in 34 different countries and territories follow; organized alphabetically by region.

For global original prices for Intel Macs in one particular country on a single page, please refer to EveryMac.com's Global Original Prices section.

Original Prices - North & South America

Mexico:N/A United States:US$599

Original Prices - Europe

Denmark:DKK 5,099Finland:N/A
Ireland:N/AItaly:€659
Norway:N/A Portugal:N/A
Switzerland:CHF 929 United Kingdom:£449

Original Prices - Asia

India:N/A Indonesia:N/A
Malaysia:N/AThe Philippines:N/A
Thailand:N/AVietnam:N/A

Original Prices - Australia & New Zealand


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What you need to install Windows 10 on Mac

  • MacBook introduced in 2015 or later
  • MacBook Air introduced in 2012 or later
  • MacBook Pro introduced in 2012 or later
  • Mac mini introduced in 2012 or later
  • iMac introduced in 2012 or later1
  • iMac Pro (all models)
  • Mac Pro introduced in 2013 or later

The latest macOS updates, which can include updates to Boot Camp Assistant. You will use Boot Camp Assistant to install Windows 10.

64GB or more free storage space on your Mac startup disk:

  • Your Mac can have as little as 64GB of free storage space, but at least 128GB of free storage space provides the best experience. Automatic Windows updates require that much space or more.
  • If you have an iMac Pro or Mac Pro with 128GB of memory (RAM) or more, your startup disk needs at least as much free storage space as your Mac has memory.2

An external USB flash drive with a storage capacity of 16GB or more, unless you're using a Mac that doesn't need a flash drive to install Windows.

A 64-bit version of Windows 10 Home or Windows 10 Pro on a disk image (ISO) or other installation media. If installing Windows on your Mac for the first time, this must be a full version of Windows, not an upgrade.

  • If your copy of Windows came on a USB flash drive, or you have a Windows product key and no installation disc, download a Windows 10 disk image from Microsoft.
  • If your copy of Windows came on a DVD, you might need to create a disk image of that DVD.

How to install Windows 10 on Mac

To install Windows, use Boot Camp Assistant, which is included with your Mac.

1. Use Boot Camp Assistant to create a Windows partition

Open Boot Camp Assistant, which is in the Utilities folder of your Applications folder. Then follow the onscreen instructions.

  • If you're asked to insert a USB drive, plug your USB flash drive into your Mac. Boot Camp Assistant will use it to create a bootable USB drive for Windows installation.
  • When Boot Camp Assistant asks you to set the size of the Windows partition, remember the minimum storage-space requirements in the previous section. Set a partition size that meets your needs, because you can't change its size later.

2. Format the Windows (BOOTCAMP) partition

When Boot Camp Assistant finishes, your Mac restarts to the Windows installer. If the installer asks where to install Windows, select the BOOTCAMP partition and click Format. In most cases, the installer selects and formats the BOOTCAMP partition automatically.

3. Install Windows

Unplug any external devices that aren't necessary during installation. Then click Next and follow the onscreen instructions to begin installing Windows.

4. Use the Boot Camp installer in Windows

After Windows installation completes, your Mac starts up in Windows and opens a ”Welcome to the Boot Camp installer” window. Follow the onscreen instructions to install Boot Camp and Windows support software (drivers). You will be asked to restart when done.

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  • If the Boot Camp installer never opens, open the Boot Camp installer manually and use it to complete Boot Camp installation.
  • If you have an external display connected to a Thunderbolt 3 port on your Mac, the display will be blank (black, gray, or blue) for up to 2 minutes during installation.

How to switch between Windows and macOS

Restart, then press and hold the Option (or Alt) ⌥ key during startup to switch between Windows and macOS.

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If you have one of these Mac models using OS X El Capitan 10.11 or later, you don't need a USB flash drive to install Windows:

  • MacBook introduced in 2015 or later
  • MacBook Air introduced in 2015 or later3
  • MacBook Pro introduced in 2015 or later3
  • iMac introduced in 2015 or later
  • iMac Pro (all models)
  • Mac Pro introduced in late 2013

To remove Windows from your Mac, use Boot Camp Assistant, not any other utility.

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For more information about using Windows on your Mac, open Boot Camp Assistant and click the Open Boot Camp Help button.

1. If you're using an iMac (Retina 5K, 27-inch, Late 2014) or iMac (27-inch, Late 2013) or iMac (27-inch, Late 2012) with a 3TB hard drive and macOS Mojave or later, learn about an alert you might see during installation.

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2. For example, if your Mac has 128GB of memory, its startup disk must have at least 128GB of storage space available for Windows. To see how much memory your Mac has, choose Apple menu  > About This Mac. To see how much storage space is available, click the Storage tab in the same window.

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3. These Mac models were offered with 128GB hard drives as an option. Apple recommends 256GB or larger hard drives so that you can create a Boot Camp partition of at least 128GB.