Mac mini Late 2018 Bottom Cover Replacement

Written By: Jeff Suovanen
  • Comments: 5
Mac mini Late 2018 Bottom Cover Replacement

Difficulty

Easy

Steps

2

Time Required

1 minute

Introduction

Use this guide to easily remove or replace the plastic bottom cover on your Mac mini.

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    • Power off and unplug your Mac mini before you begin.

    • Use an opening tool to pry the bottom cover up off of the Mac mini.

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    • Lift and remove the bottom cover.

    • To reinstall the cover:

    • Align it carefully so that the words "Mac mini" can be read when the ports are facing you.

    • Then, press down on the cover to snap its three hidden clips into place.

    My antenna plate seems to have TR7 Torx security screws

    DougPA -

    My Screws were also TR7, 2020 build

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

Author

Jeff Suovanen

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2 comments

Where can i find the cover itself for MM 2018?

avxkim -

Check eBay for unibody Mac mini bottom covers. You can also 3D print one if you want to.

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