Before you begin

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Mac mini comes standard with 8GB of high-performance memory running at 2666MHz speeds, and can be expanded to 64GB of Double Data Rate 4 (DDR4) synchronous dynamic random-access memory (SDRAM). The more memory your Mac mini has, the more apps you can run simultaneously and the better they will perform.

To minimise the possibility of damage to the computer components due to static discharge, it's important to wear an anti-static wrist strap while you work with your computer's memory.

Choose your model

Mac mini models have different memory (RAM) installation requirements. Choose your Mac mini model for more information. If you need help determining which Mac mini you have, find out how to identify Mac mini models.

2018
Mac mini (2018)

2014
Mac mini (Late 2014)

2012
Mac mini (Late 2012)

2011
Mac mini (Mid 2011)

2010
Mac mini (Mid 2010)

2009
Mac mini (Late 2009)
Mac mini (Early 2009)

2007
Mac mini (Mid 2007)

2006
Mac mini (Late 2006)
Mac mini (Early 2006)

2005
Mac mini (Original)

2018

Mac mini (2018) does not have user-installable RAM. You can configure the memory in your Mac mini (2018) when you purchase it. To upgrade the memory in your Mac mini (2018), go to an Apple Store or Apple Authorised Service Provider.

2014

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Mac mini (Late 2014) has memory that is integrated into the main logic board and can't be upgraded.

2012, 2011, 2010

To remove and install memory in your Mac mini (Late 2012), Mac mini (Mid 2011) or Mac mini (Mid 2010), use the following steps.

Remove the bottom cover

Turn off your Mac mini. From the Apple menu (), choose Shut Down.
Disconnect the power cord and all other cables from your Mac mini.
Lay your Mac mini upside down on a soft cloth or towel and then rotate the bottom cover anticlockwise to the unlocked position.
Press on the cover to pop up the opposite side, and then remove the cover.

Remove the original memory modules

Gently spread the clips at the ends of the top memory module just enough to let the free edge pop up.
Pull the module out of the slot.
Repeat to remove the second, bottom module.

Install the new memory

Carefully press the notched edge of the new memory module into the bottom slot while keeping the opposite edge slightly raised.
Press down on the raised edge until the clips snap into place.
Repeat to install the top memory module.

Replace the bottom cover

Don't connect the power cable or turn on your Mac mini until you replace the bottom cover. Never operate your Mac mini without the cover in place.

Replace the bottom cover using the alignment dots to place it in the unlocked position.
Rotate the cover clockwise to lock it in place.
Reconnect the power cable and any other cables you disconnected.

After you install the memory, confirm that your Mac mini sees the new memory.

2009 and earlier

To remove or install memory in the following Mac mini models, go to an Apple Authorised Service Provider.

Mac Mini 2018 Ram Upgrade

Confirm that your Mac sees the new memory

To check that the computer recognises the new memory:

Start up your computer.
When you see your desktop, choose Apple () menu, then choose About This Mac.
Confirm that the memory listed matches the memory you installed.

Ram For Apple Mac Mini Refurbished

If the reported memory size isn't correct or if your Mac mini repeatedly plays three tones, it may be having trouble recognising a memory module. If this happens, shut down your Mac mini, verify the module specifications against the requirements for your Mac mini model, and then repeat the memory installation instructions to make sure that the modules are installed correctly. If you still have issues, remove the memory and consult the support information that came with the memory or contact the supplier who provided the memory.