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Mac Mini or iMac? What's better for me?
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<blockquote data-quote="Craig" data-source="post: 391623" data-attributes="member: 20400"><p>Oh yeah, the mini will still perform very well with only 512 MB if you are performing simple tasks. It's just that if you are going to be using more power hungry apps like garageband or iMovie then you would want a little more RAM. More RAM helps the computer run much faster, but it's not a requirement if you are a light user. I wouldn't base my purchase on memory considerations, it's just something to consider. </p><p></p><p>As for user serviceable, the case on the mini is not designed to be opened up, and if you do so then you void your warranty (and risk breaking the mini aswell). So if you want to add memory then it has do be done by an Apple certified technician. The iMac is designed so that memory can easily be added by opening a small flap in the case and inserting it. This doesn't void your warranty.</p><p></p><p>If you are worried about the stand then don't be! It is well designed for it's purpose. Just take a look at this thread: <a href="http://www.mac-forums.com/forums/showthread.php?t=62190&highlight=narrow" target="_blank">http://www.mac-forums.com/forums/showthread.php?t=62190&highlight=narrow</a></p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Craig, post: 391623, member: 20400"] Oh yeah, the mini will still perform very well with only 512 MB if you are performing simple tasks. It's just that if you are going to be using more power hungry apps like garageband or iMovie then you would want a little more RAM. More RAM helps the computer run much faster, but it's not a requirement if you are a light user. I wouldn't base my purchase on memory considerations, it's just something to consider. As for user serviceable, the case on the mini is not designed to be opened up, and if you do so then you void your warranty (and risk breaking the mini aswell). So if you want to add memory then it has do be done by an Apple certified technician. The iMac is designed so that memory can easily be added by opening a small flap in the case and inserting it. This doesn't void your warranty. If you are worried about the stand then don't be! It is well designed for it's purpose. Just take a look at this thread: [url]http://www.mac-forums.com/forums/showthread.php?t=62190&highlight=narrow[/url] [/QUOTE]
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