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Can I install Big Sur on Mac Mini 2012?
We knew from the get-go (thanks to 9to5Mac for sharing a compatibility list!) that Big Sur will be compatible with only 2014 and later Mac minis. This incompatibility with 2012 minis was confirmed during our beta testing.
Will Big Sur run on 2012 MacBook Pro?
As long as your MacBook Pro doesn’t predate the late 2013 models you’ll be able to run Big Sur. Note that the 2012 model that was the last MacBook Pro to ship with a DVD drive was still sold in 2016, so beware that even if you bought the MacBook Pro after 2013 it might not be compatible with Big Sur.
How much does it cost to replace hard drive on Mac mini?
I have a Late 2012 Mac mini. I want to replace the hard drive with a SSD. The computer place wants to charge $99 for installing the OS on top of the $129 for installing the new SSD. The tech said I can install the OS myself.
How to install dual hard drive on Mac mini?
Tilt the mini enough to allow the bottom cover to fall away from the outer case. Remove the bottom cover and set it aside. Remove the two 11.3 mm T6 Torx screws securing the fan to the logic board near the antenna plate. Lift the ear of the fan nearest the RAM up off the standoff secured to the outer case.
How do I install OS X on a new hard drive?
Once your new disk is installed, do the following. Insert the flash drive in a USB port on your Mac. Start the Mac and hold down the option key. Select to boot from the flash drive. Use the Disk Utility application to create a single partition to install El Capitan (OS X 10.11). Quit the Disk Utility application.
What kind of Screws do you need for Mac mini hard drive?
Remove the following screws securing the antenna plate to the mini: Two 5.0 mm T8 Torx or 2.0 mm Hex screws (either screwdriver will work) It can be difficult to get the hard drive seated correctly such that the antenna plate fits in place correctly.