Nice to hear they finally resolved the issue. Next question is whether
this is just a mini server feature or is it all minis? I can imagine
running 'headless' is a useful feature for a server since it might just
be stuck in a rack with dozens of other boxes and no monitor. I would
think the same circuit board design also applies to the 'regular'
version, but won't trust it till somebody verifies.
CB
On 8/24/11 7:18 PM, Bill Holton wrote:
They must have fixed it with th new ones, because my new mini server version
is working fine without a monitor./
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From: macvisionaries@googlegroups.com
[mailto:macvisionaries@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of John Panarese
Sent: Wednesday, August 24, 2011 5:56 PM
To: macvisionaries@googlegroups.com
Subject: Re: Questions about mac mini
No, this won't work alone. You'll need the converter box I mentioned,
but instead of the htmi adaptor, you will need a VGA adaptor. At least,
this is the set up that is working for me.
Take Care
John Panarese
jpanar...@gmail.com
On Aug 24, 2011, at 5:50 PM, Alex Hall wrote:
I am a bit confused. Are you saying that plugging in the HDMI to DVI
adapter that my Mini came with will trick the mac into thinking it has
a screen? I can't boot mac for a while since my Windows Carbonite
backup is still restoring or I would test this myself.
On 8/24/11, John Panarese<jpanar...@gmail.com> wrote:
I just bought a mid 2011 Mac Mini last week. I am actually going to
write a blog post describing my adventures with the machine, but to
answer
your question, it's actually yes and no.
Yes, you can run VoiceOver and work with the Mini without a monitor.
This, I know Apple support people have been claiming, and on the surface,
the assertion is true.
However, there are some oddities and little issues you must be aware
of.
Note that two other people with the same model have indicated the same
findings. One thing is system preference changes are not saved for some
reason. Secondly, VoiceOver will not start automatically. Lastly, there
is
some sluggishness from time to time in Finder and Safari.
If you don't want to use a monitor, there is a solution, though. When
you order the mini, buy a mini VGA adaptor Apple does sell and is an
option
when you purchase from the Apple store. Secondly, there is a VGA to NTSC
converter that can be bought
http://sewelldirect.com/pc-to-tv.asp
You simply connect the adaptor to the converter with one of the
cables
that comes with the converter. Once you do this, the Mini runs perfectly
with VoiceOver and absent of a physical monitor.
On Aug 24, 2011, at 5:11 PM, Ioana Gandrabur wrote:
Hello,
I am considering buying a Mac mini and have a few usability questions I
hope you can help me with:
1. Do any of you use the mac mini without attaching a screen to it? If
so
does it work ok or with limitations other than obviously not having info
on screen. (smile).
2. Are there any apps that can turn iphone in trackpad for mac mini and
support the voiceover gestures so I don't have to buy one?
3. Can one send the info to the display of an other computer or say an
iphone so that my sighted husband could troubleshoot if need be and
follow
what I do on screen? I think this one is a bit unrealistic but thought
I'd
ask.
Thanks for your help,
Ioana
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