Mac Mini Refurbishment Service (Send‑In)
This listing is for a refurbishment service. No Mac mini is included. You will ship your Mac mini to me for cleaning, testing, and restoration.
🔧 What This Service Includes
Your Mac mini will receive a full, professional refurb process:
Deep internal cleaning (dust removal, fan cleaning, grille clearing)
Fresh thermal paste on CPU/GPU
Full hardware diagnostics (RAM, storage, Wi‑Fi, Bluetooth, USB, HDMI, sensors)
Drive replacement or upgrade (SSD) — if selected)
macOS installation (clean install, no Apple ID required)
Firmware/EFI checks
Temperature + fan performance verification
Final burn‑in test to ensure stability
This is the same process I use for the Mac minis I refurbish and sell.
2011 Mac mini (A1347)
2012 Mac mini (A1347)
2014 Mac mini (A1347)
If you’re unsure which model you have, I can identify it from the serial number.
📦 How the Process Works
Purchase this listing
I’ll send you the shipping address
You ship your Mac mini to me (your cost)
I complete the refurb service
I ship it back to you (return shipping included if you choose that option)
Turnaround time is typically 10 business days once your unit arrives.
⚙️ Optional Upgrades
(If you want these, message me or select the appropriate variation)
SSD upgrades (120GB–1TB) - Upgrades will run 30% faster than new!
HDD units include Dod5022 - wiping and determination of drive condition (However, I highly recommend switching to SSD)
RAM upgrades (2010–2012 models only)
Dual‑drive installation (2011–2012)
OS version preference (High Sierra → Monterey depending on model)
I only use reliable SSD brands — no cheap or failure‑prone drives.
🛡️ Quality & Experience
I specialize in Mac mini restoration and have refurbished many units.Every machine is treated like a full rebuild: clean, cool, stable, and ready for years of use.
❗ Important Notes
This is a service. No computer is included.
Your Mac mini must power on for this service. If it does not, contact me first.
If additional issues are found (bad RAM, dead drive, failing PSU, missing parts required), I’ll contact you before proceeding.
