Part 2 Desktop Setup (with Mac Mini M2)
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 8 ก.พ. 2023
- Part 2 of the desk setup video where I replace my 2015 MBP 15” with this new Mac Mini M2!
Products Mentioned:
KEiiD Bluetooth (and wired) computer speakers (work great and offer MUCH better sound than expected with just enough base. Highly recommend)
a.co/d/2ipYSEL
Diirglus Computer Monitor Light Bar,Wireless Remote Control Multiple Screen lamp Dimmer Switch,USB Powered (love this product, much cheaper than the nearly $200 option out there and works excellent!!)
a.co/d/2p1i2JJ
Vertical computer / laptop / iPad stand (love this product, heavy and solid, good value!)
a.co/d/1ImsJUr - แนวปฏิบัติและการใช้ชีวิต
That is a clean and cozy setup.I like it.
Thanks!!!
That ain't no blutooth controller. That's a grinder!
Lol
Bro I was like nah that looks too familiar 😂
@@alstontyler4788 yeah they knew what they were doing lol.
@@KemDIYwhat is this doing for?
@@at-of9xq it’s a wireless controller for the desk light.
Hope you will make a video on connecting the new Mac mini display to iPad
Thanks I'll try!
Love that desk my guy
Thank you! And thanks for watching!
Very good setup
nice setup man!!
Thank you!!
You have a full set up video? I’m loving it
Have a more in depth video here.
th-cam.com/video/GfnxsEfQauU/w-d-xo.html
Nice setup. I might try and do something like this.
Nice man! Do it!
@@KemDIY Let me know if you come across the perfect WFH chair. That’s my next challenge lol
I’ve read the mac mini only has 1 hdmi port. How do you manage to have a dual monitor setup?
@@obijohns6197 yeah one is in HDMI and the other is in USB-C slot. So one of the monitor cables is HDMI to USB-C
i have the developer transiator kit
Very beautiful Setup, can you please help me and explain how to connect two monitors to the Mac mini?
Sure thing. I use the two USB-C ports in the back of the Mac mini. One of the monitors uses HDMI cable to USB-C adapter and goes directly into the Mac. In the other USB-C port on the Mac, I have a powered docking station / hub connected. In the back of the hub is an HDMI cable going to the second monitor. Depending on the power requirements of your monitors, it may not be necessary to use a powered hub for one of them. Here is the hub / docking station I'm using too: a.co/d/0gCABVFY
@@KemDIY I really appreciate the quick response.
@@Vacciano anytime!
I NEED those speakers!!
They are def worth it. Pretty inexpensive too.
KEiiD Bluetooth Computer Speakers for Desktop Laptop PC Stereo Speaker for Gaming Wireless Home/Office Audio System, Touch Pad Control, 4 EQ Options … a.co/d/0BiP8dW
I have the exact same Logitech iPad case and Logitech keyboard on my desk as well along with my M2 Mac mini 👍
That’s awesome. I really love Logitech stuff.
@@KemDIY they do make some good tech. I honestly didn’t realize how much tech I had from them until now lol
@@blueeyedtech1234 same here. They are everywhere! Lol. Wish the keyboard lit up. That’s my only dislike. But it was a good price.
i have the same keyboard i love it
Which brand ?
this one: a.co/d/04usN0hz
Clean
Thanks!
Cool
Thanks for watching!! More videos to come so subscribe if interesting to you.
Cover the wall back in ur monitor, it gathers moisture and ur desk is wood it gathers unsects
Thanks for the tip!
bro chose a 1.000$ Mac instead of a gaming PC with a 3090 🗿
Yeah I’m not a gamer. So don’t need anything with a GPU like that.
can you please tell me, what size are the monitors, and also the light bar, thank you in advance.
Of course. The monitors are 27” 1080p. Good for productivity and only $150 bucks each. Here is a link for that.
HP V27i FHD Monitor | 27-inch... www.amazon.com/dp/B08G5R543L?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
The lamp is about 17” wide and there is a link to that in the description.
Hi , please advise where did you buy this Mac mini holder please
WZXHU Vertical Laptop Stand, 2... www.amazon.com/dp/B0B81HZQXR?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
How did you connect this logitech keyboard? Does the mac mini recognize it in startup setup?
Good question and a huge source of frustration. No it didn’t recognize it. I had to go to a local store and buy a cheap wired mouse and keyboard to go through setup. Also that experience now makes me think about buying the wireless devices which insert a small usb receiver versus Bluetooth. Those do work right away and don’t have connectivity issues. And some Bluetooth peripherals give you the option and include those receivers.
link to the screensaver please
@@Milo_the_chonk it’s just part of the Mac operating system.
Do you have a list of the things you use and where is part one. I️ subscribed but can’t find the channel. Also where do you find those screen savers ?
Thanks for subbing. There are some items listed in the description and more in part one which is here: th-cam.com/video/GfnxsEfQauU/w-d-xo.htmlsi=9pP0DbG5EjyA0PO9
The screen savers are default on the Mac mini.
Could you not get the monitors closer together? That'd drive me nuts.
Lol! I literally read your comment, looked over at my monitors and now it bothers me lol. I think I had it that way cause I sometimes move one independently but now I’m gonna try it.
Tht BT controller looks more like a grinder if you ask me 😂
Lol! Office basics.
Could you pair the logitech keyboard and mouse to the mac mini for the first set up of the mac (just unboxed)?
Unfortunately no. Which is so stupid and frustrating. I had to run to the store to buy a cheap $15 combo pack I used then kept in case of emergency.
what are the screens ? resolution and hz ?
27” diagonal FHD (1920 x 1080 pixel) and not sure about the hz. Here is a link; they are budget, but work for my office setup. a.co/d/0Rk7JoX
Link to the speakers please
Heavily discounted right now at $67 bucks. Totally worth it. a.co/d/0fejULtl
Can I use any monitor for mc mini?
I’d say most modern monitors. Older ones too, but may need an adapter.
Mac holder link?
It’s in the description but they don’t make it easy to read that in shorts. Here you go:
WZXHU Vertical Laptop Stand, 2 Slot Upright Laptop Holder Desk Organizer for MacBook/Chromebook/Surface/HP/Lenovo/Dell/iPad Up to 17.3 Inches -Grey a.co/d/5Fh9Gro
Speakers?
KEiiD Bluetooth Computer Speakers... www.amazon.com/dp/B0B77WVXD6?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
Really love how the mac mini looks. I just got one and wanted to know if its safe to lay it like that? Dont wanna break it 😂
100% ok. There aren’t any spinning hard drives or anything. All good and I haven’t experienced any issues.
Hi, I am actually interested on your iPad case. Wonder what brand is it. Let me know. Thanks alot😂
It’s this one and I love it. Logitech Combo Touch iPad Pro... www.amazon.com/dp/B0937Z63SR?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
where did you get the little dock for the mac mini and the ipad!
Thanks for watching. I got it on Amazon. Link in description but I’ll paste it here too:
www.amazon.com/dp/B0B81HZQXR?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_4DNDKZTCWE3KKSCG29J5
Hey man! Can you tell me the name of your beautiful desk? Its looks so cool)
Of course. Here you go!
www.amazon.com/dp/B08B4MPHMG?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
@@KemDIYthanks!!!
where did you get the bluetooth controller
Hi. Thanks for watching. It’s part of the monitor lamp. Super good value at 40 bucks. Highly recommend. Computer Monitor Light Bar. a.co/d/ahU2eKb
Can you tell me the mac mini and laptop dock please can you send me the link please?
Sure no prob. Here you go. WZXHU Vertical Laptop Stand, 2 Slot Upright Laptop Holder Desk Organizer a.co/d/1iJ8Iw5
Why do you need a monitor light?
Reasonable question :) it’s not really a light “for” the monitor, it just sits on the monitor but puts lights on your desk to light up keyboard, writing surface etc. what makes it so cool is the light doesn’t spill everywhere it’s super discrete. Hopefully that makes more sense
Can you pls give link of that mouse pad
Sure thing. Nice and inexpensive at $20 bucks.
DAWNTREES Large Felt Desk Pad , 40''x16'' Full Desk Mouse Pad, Desk Pad for Keyboard ,Computer Mat for Desk ,100X40cm Felt Desk Mat for Desk Pad Protector a.co/d/fpY64n2
hello sir, may I know the holder brand?
Of course. It’s in the description but TH-cam doesn’t make it easy to find on shorts. Here you go:
WZXHU Vertical Laptop Stand, 2... www.amazon.com/dp/B0B81HZQXR?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
Can you share those monitor models ?
Sure! HP 27”. Been super reliable and enjoy them a lot for the price. Here is the link. HP V27i FHD Monitor | 27-inch... www.amazon.com/dp/B08G5R543L?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
@@KemDIY Thank you so much 💚
sir can do 4k editing 16gb ram and 256
The 16gb of ram would help indeed. Should be able to do it though. Probably should have the biggest hard drive you can afford internally or get good externals with fast transfer rates.
Omg what’s that stand called? Could you use it for a Mac mini and mbp?
Awesome right? Yes can use it for a laptop with the Mac mini. Or two laptops. It’s adjustable. And under 20 bucks.
WZXHU Vertical Laptop Stand, 2 Slot Upright Laptop Holder Desk Organizer for MacBook/Chromebook/Surface/HP/Lenovo/Dell/iPad Up to 17.3 Inches -Grey a.co/d/1iJ8Iw5
Hello !
Sir,Can I connect wired mouse/keyboard to the Mac of other brands rather than apple. Also can we attach external hard disk for extra storage ? Please reply it will help a lot ! 😊
I think I understand your question, and yes most peripherals and hard drives are useable for both mac and other systems non mac.
@@KemDIY Thank you sir
What‘s the name of the hub you‘re using?
Anker 575 USB-C Docking Station (13-in-1), 85W Charging for Laptop, 18W Charging for Phone, Triple Display, 4K HDMI, 10 Gbps USB-C and 5 Gbps USB-A Data, Ethernet, Audio, SD 3.0 a.co/d/1Srn34P
Simple question man, how do you have the mini plugged into those monitors? Thanks!!
Good question. It was a struggle to get right at first but here is what works. Originally I wanted all monitors in one hub. And just connect one single usb c from hub to mac. That doesn’t work even on powered hubs. (Unless you spend like $400 on a specific hub). So I did a sort of middle ground approach and ended up getting this powered hub by Anker. Still won’t power both monitors in the single hub but it was a step closer and wasn’t glitchy in terms of power.
www.amazon.com/dp/B088F7SY6S?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
So ultimately my setup has one monitor and all my peripherals go into this hub. And the second monitor I just plug directly into the Mac mini by HDMI to usb c cable. So two usb c cables going into Mac mini.
An advantage of this setup is if I want to connect a monitor to my iPad I just pull that usb c cable from Mac mini and plug it into my iPad. So it’s always an extra monitor I can plug into another device easily.
@@KemDIY Appreciate it!
Hello!
Can you tell me what wallpaper this is?
Hi. Not sure what it’s called but it’s a default one in the mac.
@@KemDIY thank you
@@saub.stauger no prob. I think I found it. If you have the most current OS it’s called “drift”
What is your iPad case?
No prob. Check the description in this other video. I have them all linked there. Sorry about that.
th-cam.com/video/GfnxsEfQauU/w-d-xo.htmlsi=2smxr1DgbbfNL1TS
can it work with 3 monitors???
I’m not sure about the dock but the Mac mini M2 can support up to 3 monitors depending on their specs. support.apple.com/en-us/HT213501#:~:text=Three%20external%20displays,-Supports%20three%20external&text=Two%20displays%20up%20to%206K%20at%2060Hz%20over%20Thunderbolt%2C%20and,4K%20at%2060Hz%20over%20HDMI
How's the keyboard?
I love it. Just wish it was USB rechargeable and had lit keyboard buttons. But I love the size and battery lasts forever. Haven’t changed them yet.
How do you connect to monitors? I have mine stacked and the top one mirrors my bottom one it’s so annoying
One monitor I use the HDMI port and the other I use an HDMI to use C adapter. Then in settings you should be able to see both and make any adjustments.
Thanks this is what i was missing!!@@KemDIY
@@samuelvigil7480 happy to help!!
Is this a hybrid setup?
It’s a main setup with the Mac mini, but can easily connect to iPad when I want.
Wallpaper source?
Stock Mac screensaver
Nice setup! Are those HP Z27n monitors?
Thanks! They are HP V27i. Pretty decent for the price. Just 1080 and I don’t game on this system. They show $219 now but when I got them I think they were cheaper too.
HP V27i FHD Monitor | 27-inch Diagonal Full HD Computer Monitor with IPS Panel and 3-Sided Micro Edge Design | Low Blue Light Screen with HDMI and VGA Ports | (9SV92AA#ABA) Black a.co/d/4jvJa4I
How did you conveyed the two monitors simultaneously
Hi. If I understand your question correctly it’s merely extending the display. So a screensaver is going to apply to both at same time.
@@KemDIY yeah but I mean are you using the hdmi port and usb c for the second monitor?
@@hansmeteoro got it. Yes correct. One HDMI and one USB-C
@@KemDIY Thanks and happy to follow you. You’re one of the cool ones.
@@hansmeteoro appreciate that Hans!!
Is the k380 good? I’ve been wondering because I might get one
Yes, I’ve had mines for 2 years and haven’t changed the battery lol
Same experience here. haven't changed battery, the tactile feel is nice, it's small and portable if you need that and can have 3 different items you can connect it to. Only wish it had back lit keys, but for under $40 bucks I wouldn't get another keyboard.
Curious, what is the keyboard?
It’s this one: Logitech K380 Pebble Multi-Device Bluetooth Keyboard - a.co/d/2T5w8tK
@@KemDIY thank you, also really cool setup. I plane on getting my Mac mini here soon too.
@@RocketWeasel nice you will love it. Really good value for the money.
I hate the k380, i wish logitech would bring back the k830
I never heard of the K830 but just looked it up and it looks awesome.
Which monitors are these
HP V27i FHD Monitor | 27-inch... www.amazon.com/dp/B08G5R543L?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
@@KemDIYist qhd better for that price
Please confirm the speaker's name.
Keiid Bluetooth speakers. a.co/d/d9bt90T
@@KemDIY thank you so much 😊
@@ArunPathakofficial anytime!
is mac mini m2 8gb/256gb? is it much faster than your macbook pro? Also is 8gb enough if you have like 25-30 browser tabs open? Thanks
My MacBook Pro i7, 16 gb of ram felt slower than this mac mini but I haven’t checked the browser with that many tabs. I’ll do that this weekend and upload a shirt with that performance! Subscribe and hit notifications so you don’t miss it. Otherwise I’ll try to leave a link here when done. Thanks for watching.
@@KemDIY I already subscribed 😀
@@youtubeitisisntit7333 you rock thanks!!!!
@@KemDIY do you have the 8gb model? Have you ever used the Intel based Mac mini? Is Intel based Mac mini faster than Intel based MacBook pro since they have bigger fan etc?
@@youtubeitisisntit7333 hi. I’m not sure about the specific benchmarks but Apple Silicon is very good from what I hear (and my own anecdotal experience). My 6 year old intel i7 chip was an excellent performer in the MBP and still felt quick and was fine for most of my work.
I kinda want to know how your set up is
It’s great I love it. Are you asking for somethjng specific that wasn’t in the video?
@@KemDIY I was just wondering how much did you invest on the whole set up and is it worth it and is it also great for gaming and streaming ?
@@Mosryt hi there. The Mac isn’t a great gaming platform as most tier A titles aren’t available. But for streaming and editing and productivity it’s good. Whole setup is roughly as follows:
Mac mini: $600
Desk: $350
Monitors: $300 total for both
Accessories: maybe $100 bucks
So roughly $1,350 ish.
@@KemDIY thank you for your feed back ! Your awesome I will definitely look into this set up as well