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<blockquote data-quote="Computer.Geek" data-source="post: 72850" data-attributes="member: 7028"><p><strong>Good question...</strong></p><p></p><p>I am assuming that the imac mini will be using a 7200 rpm hard drive b/c most desktop computers use those type of drives. However, i checked the apple website and it doesn't list rpm speed which may lead me to assume perhaps it may be slower to minimize heat in such a small package. In response to the other question regarding installing ram, the mini will obviously have to be opened but i believe it has to be done by an authorized apple dealer to not void the warranty. of course, i may be incorrect as i was told this information but it's good to bring up the topic as many people may buy the imac mini assuming they can install their own ram themselves to save money when it may not be the case.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Computer.Geek, post: 72850, member: 7028"] [b]Good question...[/b] I am assuming that the imac mini will be using a 7200 rpm hard drive b/c most desktop computers use those type of drives. However, i checked the apple website and it doesn't list rpm speed which may lead me to assume perhaps it may be slower to minimize heat in such a small package. In response to the other question regarding installing ram, the mini will obviously have to be opened but i believe it has to be done by an authorized apple dealer to not void the warranty. of course, i may be incorrect as i was told this information but it's good to bring up the topic as many people may buy the imac mini assuming they can install their own ram themselves to save money when it may not be the case. [/QUOTE]
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