User Guide

Mac mini Troubleshooting - 25
Symptom Charts
Error Beeps
The computer automatically performs a power-on self test when it is turned on after being
fully shut down (not a restart). This section describes what to do if beeps are heard during
the startup.
Computer beeps at startup
1. Check that the memory DIMM is compliant. The Mac mini computers have a single
memory slot. The slot accepts a standard PC2700 or PC3200 184-pin DIMM with the
following specifications:
• PC2700 or PC3200 Synchronous DRAM (SDRAM)
• 2.5 volt
• 8-byte
• non-parity
• 64-bit wide
• 184-pin module
• maximum of 16 memory devices on the DIMM
• unbuffered—do not use registered or buffered SDRAM
• maximum height of 50 mm
The Mac mini has a 256 MB base memory configuration, which can be expanded up
to a maximum of 1 GB.
2. Reseat the memory into the slot.
3. Replace the memory.
4. Replace the logic board.