Mac Mini Desktop Computer Deals

The Apple Store continues to offer its factory-refurbished Apple Mac mini Intel Core i7 2GHz Server (pictured), model no. MC936LL/A, for $759 with free shipping. That's tied with our mention from two weeks ago and $101 under the lowest total price we could find for a new unit. This Mac mini features an Intel Core i7 2GHz Sandy Bridge quad-core processor, 4GB RAM, dual 500GB 7200 rpm hard drives, 802.11n wireless, Gigabit Ethernet, and OS X 10.7 Lion Server.

Of note, The Apple Store also offers the factory-refurbished Apple Mac mini Intel Core i7 2GHz Server, model no. G0MH6LL/A, upgraded with 8GB RAM and a 256GB SSD for $1,099 with free shipping. That's tied with our mention from two weeks ago and the lowest total price we could find. A 1-year Apple warranty applies to both, the same as new systems.

Other World Computing offers the OWC Data Doubler Optical to SATA Drive Converter Bracket for MacBook and MacBook Pro (pictured), model no. DDAMBS0GB, for $44.99 with free shipping. (Newer Galaxy Distribution Company via Amazon charges the same.) That's the lowest total price we could find by $22. This bracket allows you to add up to 1TB of internal storage to your MacBook or MacBook Pro in place of the optical drive. It comes with a 5-piece toolkit, screws, and an installation guide.

Also available from Other World Computing is the OWC Data Doubler SSD/2.5" Hard Drive installation Kit for Mac mini, model no. DIYIMM11D2, for $34.99 with free shipping. (Newer Galaxy Distribution Company via Amazon charges the same.) That's $10 off and the lowest total price we could find. This kit allows you to add a 9.5mm or smaller 2.5" SATA Hard Drive or Solid State Drive (not included) to your 2011, 2012, or later Mac mini. It also comes with a toolikt and installation guide.