Specifications

Upper EMI pad EMI tape Lower EMI pad
Fusion Drive
Fusion Drive is a breakthrough concept that combines the high storage capacity of a traditional hard drive and the high performance of a flash based
solid-state drive (SSD).
OS X Mountain Lion fuses a traditional hard drive and SSD into one single volume. Fusion Drive automatically and dynamically moves frequently used
files to flash for quicker access.
A Fusion Drive allows the Mac mini to boot up to 2x faster and import photos up to 3.6x faster.
Fusion Drive Availability
Fusion Drive is an Apple Online Store configurable option. A customer must choose a 1TB or 3TB traditional hard drive to combine
with 128GB of flash storage.
More Information
Fusion Drive service training course (found in GSX)
Apple Support article HT5446
Service Considerations
Wireless Card: EMI Pads
Two EMI pads and one EMI tape are installed on the top of the wireless card. It affects the antenna plate, wireless card and speaker take-apart
procedures. Refer to the Mac mini (Late 2012) service guide for step-by-step instructions.
Included with some Replacement Parts: EMI Pads / Tape
EMI pads/tape are included with the following replacement parts:
Logic board
Speaker
Wireless card
Wireless card flex cable
Use the included EMI pads/tape to replace the existing EMI pads/tape.
Low-Profile Solid Platform Flex
Use black stick and gentle rocking motion to release tension to remove cable.
To install, keep connector level to board and press down evenly.