Apple Mac mini MA205LL/A (1.5 GHz Intel Core Solo, 512 MB RAM, 60 GB Hard Drive, DVD-ROM/CD-RW Drive)

Average customer rating:

A Geek Surprised

Am I in a horror film?

Power management problems / Crazy re-booting thing

My first mac!

Not That Great

Apple Mac mini MA205LL/A (1.5 GHz Intel Core Solo, 512 MB RAM, 60 GB Hard Drive, DVD-ROM/CD-RW Drive)

Manufacturer: Apple Computer
ProductGroup: Personal Computer
Binding: Personal Computers

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Product Features:

1.5 GHz Intel Core Solo processor with 167 MHz system bus

512 MB DDR2 SDRAM (expandable to 2 GB), 60 GB hard drive, and slot-loading Combo Drive (DVD-ROM/CD-RW)

One FireWire 400 port; four USB 2.0 ports; DVI output; VGA output (using included adapter); S-video and composite video output

Built-in 10/100/1000BASE-T (Gigabit), built-in 54 Mbps AirPort Extreme Wi-Fi (802.11g); and built-in Bluetooth 2.0+EDR (Enhanced Data Rate) module

Mac OS X v10.4 Tiger, iLife '06, and Front Row software included

ASIN: B000EPWDTC

Product Description

Apple Mac Mini with Intel Core Solo - Packed inside the Mac Mini's 6.5" square body is some of the latest technology for home desktop computers. Foremost among them is the powerful 1.5GHz Intel Core Solo. Compared to the previous version of the Mac Mini, you get up to twice the horsepower. Another new feature is on the software side, with Front Row and Bonjour. When you connect the Mac Mini to your TV, Front Row gives you an easy-to-use graphical interface that can be navigated with the included remote control. It's an easy way to relax on the couch and enjoy your pictures, music or videos. Bonjour expands that content by letting you view and play media on your other Macs on your home network. 60GB SATA Hard Drive Slot-loading Combo Drive (DVD-ROM/CD-RW) - up to 8x DVD, 24x CD-R, 16x CD-RW, & 24x CD-ROM Intel GMA950 graphics processor with 64MB of DDR2 SDRAM shared with main memory Video Output - 1 DVI Out (supports up to 1920x1200), 1 VGA (with included adapter - supports up to 1920x1080), 1 S-Video, & 1 Composite Audio Input - Combined optical digital audio / audio line Audio Output - Combined optical digital audio / headphone Built-in Speaker Built-in 54Mbps AirPort Extreme Wireless Networking (based on 802.11g standard) Built-in Bluetooth 2.0 + Enhanced Data Rate (EDR) up to 3 Mbps 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet 1 Firewire 400 Port 4 USB 2.0 Ports Unit Dimensions - 2 (h) x 6.5 (w) x 6.5 (d) Unit Weight - 2.9 lbs.

Customer Reviews:

A Geek Surprised.......2006-08-21

I have been a staunch PC person for years, but not necessarily a Microsoft supporter. So anyway, I get this Mac Mini on a whim to see how close to Linux the new OS is. I had no idea how cool this little Mac would be. It sounds "underpowered" in the Windows world, but it runs great! The software is great to use, and it's just full of bells and whistles. AND it took me about 15 minutes to figure out how to port Linux applications to it, and now I can run all my favorite Linux apps on it. The operating system is very polished and full of great feautures! Thanks Apple!

Am I in a horror film?.......2006-07-25

I must begin by asking Amazon to provide a "zero star" rating, and to please discontinue carrying the apple brand. I have owned Apple computers all the way back to the IIe. I will NEVER buy an Apple computer again, mark my words.

I bought a Mac Mini Solo on March 18, 2006 at MacMall. After a couple of weeks I started experiencing very strange crashes, not your typical freezes, but very peculiar frightening kind of crashes. At times the computer would simply lock down, but then it started flickering the screen with thin, horizontal blocks of random colors, sometimes I would get the "kernel panic message" which is a message in which the OS dims the screen and displays a big "power button icon" and the message "you now have to restart your computer by holding down the power key". Sometimes, the computer would simply not start up, and would forever wait on a black screen, even though the power led would be on. Sometimes at startup the CR ROM would begin a back and forth frenzy, and nothing would happen. This was the new "greatest" apple.

So, after a couple of these, I contacted apple, being that we all get the 'complementary three month Apple"S"care plan'. They began by giving me the typical rundown, beginning by DiskRepair, etc. After the fourth call or so, the instructed me to completely re-install the system. I did basically everything they told me even though I was fairly convinced that the problem lied elsewhere (did I forget to mention I am a Computer Engineer?) but I followed every step of every instruction, once before I had been 'disconnected' for trying to suggest an alternate plan, back when they tried to deny me access to a logic board replacement plan. After everything else had failed, I was instructed to take it to a repair center. I quietly complied. At the time I disconnected the computer, I noticed a crack running in the back of the case of the computer. The computer had never been dropped by me, and I personally installed it on my desk, so where could this crack have come from? I immediately called the again, and was instructed to take it back to the reseller (MacMall). At the MacMall store the manager told me that they had a no return policy, but I was welcome to leave the computer for a repair, aggravated, I told him that I had payed for a brand new computer, and I had gotten one with a cracked case. He insinuated that the case might have been broken by me while trying to install some additional memory (remember I'm a Computer Engineer, I design digital circuits, I can certainly pop a freaking case open if I wanted to, but at any rate I wouldn't do it, I get mighty well payed, well enough to spring for the $40 needed to pay for a dude to co this for me). At this moment I was already speaking with apple care, after a lot of arguing they agreed to replace anything that needed replacing, including the case. "You will get a new computer, only we can't just get you a new one" the AppleCare person said. I accepted the terms (I didn't really have a choice), and walked away with a grin on my face.

About a week later I got the computer back, and it seemed to work fine. I was in the process of moving overseas, so the "new old computer" came just in time to be put in my suitcase to be welcomed in French the next time out. I got to my new place, wired everything up and worked for a while. A couple of days into it, it happened again!! Now my complementary Apple"S"care plan is over, I'm supposed to pay to get the service again even though this is the exact same problem I had been experiencing before!! This piece of junk crashes an average of 5 times a day, and it is doing it in exactly the same way as before.

Bottom line: You will get the shaft. Apple has been cutting down the prices on it's products by slashing warranties (and charging you for it later), and downgrading their quality assurance. When I pay for something I expect it to work, and a cool "we're sorry, but that's your problem" doesn't cut it. I'm amazed at how the brand has changed from a professional grade product to a teenage oriented cool world of MacGeniuses and MacProduct specialists.

And just in case: the Intel processors are not 'superior'. They are a non-scalable 32-bit architecture. Ever wonder why it is that there is no G5 substitute out there yet? Because there isn't one, they can't make something to compete with the monster based on these little chipmunk chips. Faster? nah, I bought the solo so I wouldn't get bogged down with the incompatibilities that will no doubt start to surface with every system upgrade, but I know microprocessor architecture theory well enough to understand that there is no absolute test for speed, specially if you cripple the performance of the old G4 by feeding it code 'optimized' for two chips.

Don't buy Apple products. This is a freaking nightmare .

Power management problems / Crazy re-booting thing.......2006-06-17

I bought the new top of the line Core Duo and had 1 ghz RAM installed when I purchased the thing at Comp USA.
It has been nothing but headaches so far after recording a full band (using Apple's new Logic software) and having the unit restart every 5 to 20 minutes for the last month! I'm returning it tomorrow. Trust me, if you need a workhorse of a computer, this is not it. It just looks cool.

My first mac!.......2006-04-30

I am a Windows network engineer who has always been scared of the MAC. well, I love this thing, hope to see more of you windows folks joining me soon :)

Not That Great.......2006-04-27

I recently posted a positive review after first receiving my Mac Mini dual core. I retract most of what I said. Now I have buyer's remorse and I'm starting to look at this thing as an expensive paper weight.

At times it is soooo slooooowww that I feel like I'm using a Mac Classic again. I have been a big fan of Apple ever since my first home computer, an Apple IIe. This model, however, is a dog and I'm surprised Apple released such a bug ridden product.

I frequently experience program crashes - even with Apple software such as Safari. The Print Manager at times will take off as a runaway process that eats up 110% of CPU resources according to Activity Monitor. 110% ?

Once, I quit ITunes and the program seemed to quit. However, it would reappear for no apparent reason. This happend repeatedly and even a Force Quit did nothing.

I would recommend waiting for the next release after Apple has fixed the problems with the machine. If you just want to surf and email, then ok. If you want to do more than this, well caveat emptor.

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TV, pedestal stand, remote control, remote batteries, a user's manual, and warranty information.

Customer Reviews:

monitor.......2005-04-24

Just great as a TV, but I wonder whether it is as good as a monitor for PC. Anyone has the answer?

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Passport 8691SF Routing Switch Module Cpu/switch Fabric Module - One Required Fo

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ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

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Rhinotek compatible for Epson Stylus Color 1160, S020191 Color Ink 1pk (RCE191)

Manufacturer: Rhinotek
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

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Epson S020187 Black Ink Cartridge Twin Pack

Product Features:

For Epson Stylus Color 440, 640, 660, 740, 740i, 760, 860, 1160

For Stylus Scan 2000,2500

Replaces S020191 cartridges; prints up to 300 pages

Quality guaranteed by Rhinotek

New cartridge, fully compatible with manufacturer's original

ASIN: B00000JZN4

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This quality tricolor ink-jet replacement cartridge is compatible with several Epson Stylus Color printers. It prints a hefty 300 pages before a replacement is needed. 100 percent satisfaction guaranteed.

Customer Reviews:

Great Value, Cool Packaging.......2007-09-10

The Rhino-Tek cartridges are half price what Epson costs and basically provide the same low quality print output you would expect from a 5 year old printer. This is much like not buying the most expensive battery at the auto parts store for your used 88' vw fox. I've used these cartriges (both color and black) several times and was fairly pleased with the results.

excellent substitute.......2005-08-26

This cartridge is a fantastic substitute for the Epson brand cartridges, it performes as well as the Epson cartridges, and gives me a higher page count.

not worth the cheaper price.......2004-10-31

The cartridge worked fine the first time I printed with it. Every time after that the jets were clogged and needed multiple cleaning program runs to get a decent print. The blue was especially troublesome.

Very good product........2003-07-15

I am using this product on an Epson printer and the quality of the prints are excellent.

It does the job!.......2002-02-18

This cartridge does the job just as well as the name brand product while it saves money over the ever [pricey] Epson replacement. I've had no problems with Rhinotek and hope they keep up the fine product line!

Rhinotek's Epson S020189 & S020191 Compatible Ink Cartridges (Black & Color)

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Rhinotek's Epson S020189 & S020191 Compatible Ink Cartridges (Black & Color)

Manufacturer: Rhinotek
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Fits popular Epson Stylus Scan multifunction and Stylus Color inkjet printers
Replacement black and color ink cartridges
Produces crisp black text and graphics
Fast drying and smudge free
Easy to install

ASIN: B00006B9OF

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Compatible with a wide range of Epson Stylus Scan multifunction and Stylus Color regular and wide-format inkjet printers, this Rhinotek replacement black ink cartridge provides a budget-wise and environmentally-sound after-market alternative to the Epson S020108 and S020189 replacement cartridges.

Rhinotek asserts that this cartridge will provide the same high-quality print results you've come to expect from your Epson product, producing high-quality, quick-drying prints.

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Defective Product.......2007-03-09

The black ink cartridge that I purchased is the correct one for my printer but would not work. I purchased another cartridge locally and it worked fine. After reporting this to the seller he refunded the purchase price. Good service.

Easily clogs.......2006-04-11

My printer was unused for several weeks. Cartridge is now hopelessly clogged. Repeated cleaning cycles would not end the color streaking. Also, the Epson status monitor does not work with this cartridge. So one doesn't know that status of the ink levels remaining.

Dyslexic?.......2005-08-13

Florida customer ordered wrong part. Should have ordered the S020187. ***** Love the price and high yield!!!!

good product and great price.........2005-05-11

The ink worked well.. It took seconds to place in the cartridge and I was ready to print.. Please ignore the review that said their ink cartridge never fit.. If they read the description carefully, they would notice that their cartridge was not included.. therefore would not fit into their printer. The price was a lot cheaper than Staples. Plus, I got it with free shipping!!

Don't buy this item!.......2005-03-04

One star only because I can't place this review with NO stars!

I ordered this combo recently and the black cartridge is NOT correct for an Epson 670 printer. It's too large for the slot. The color cartridge worked fine. When I reported the issue to Customer Service, their only solution was for me to return everything rather than sending me the correct cartridge.

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Rhinotek EQUIV. TO 6PK OF S020189

Manufacturer: Rhinotek
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

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Product Features:

New compatible Epson cartridges - Up to 80% off OEM retail prices
90 day Factory Warranty against defect
Individually Factory sealed in retail packaging.
ISO 9001 Quality Certified, approximately 2 year shelf life.
Epson Stylus Color 740 740i 760 860 1160

ASIN: B00006B9P2

Product Description

Rhinotek Computer Product, manufacturer of the RHINOTEK brand computer products, is a leader in the computer consumables industry. Under the premium RHINOTEK brand, Rhinotek manufactures and markets OEM compatible toner and inkjet cartridges, ribbons, and copier and fax supplies.Rhinotek (RBE189-6) Black Ink Epson Inkjet cartridge compatible with OEM part number S020189 for printers Epson Stylus Color 1160 / Stylus Color 740 / Stylus Color 740i / Stylus Color 760 / Stylus Color 860 / Stylus Scan 2000 / Stylus Scan 2500 / Stylus Scan 2500 PRO.For a complete compatibility list please refer to the original manufacturer's web site.

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