HDD full - filling remaining space with second drive :-)

crwdns2853023:0crwdne2853023:0

Mac mini's internal HDD was nearly full. But there it's enough space for another hard disk drive or even a SSD. Don't buy apple's Mac mini server, build your own one!

crwdns2853024:0crwdne2853024:0

First you have to order a suitable HDD drive cable. You need some tools to open Mac mini's body an pull out his heart and guts.

I bought ifixit's Mac Mini Dual Drive Kit with all necessary tools & parts & manuals to do this job and it helped me a lot!

After opening the case and removing the logic board, I was able to install another 1TB HDD drive. Putting all things back together the Mac mini will identify the second drive and is up and running again.

crwdns2853025:0crwdne2853025:0

Use the right tools. Never try to disassemble the mini without proper screwdrivers, or you will get screwed. Always trust ifixit as I did and the world will be a better place.

Thank you, ifixit!