This is completely optional but is a recommended tip. Step 1a - Setup static IP for remote Mac(Optional) Once it has been through the initial setup and you arrive at the desktop, it is recommended to update to the latest macOS version by clicking on the Apple symbol on the top left → About this Mac → System update. Set up your Mac as per instruction on the screen including selecting your time zone, signing in to iCloud, signing in to the Wi-Fi and creating the initial user profile. The Windows key on the keyboard can be used as the Cmd key. Pro-tip - If you happen to have a standard Windows keyboard for this step. This is one limitation of setting up that it doesn’t come enabled for headless mode out of the box. You will need to connect the keyboard and mouse for this step and connect the Mac mini to a monitor or TV. If you already have it setup, please move to step 2. This step assumes that your Mac is not already been through initial setup when you take the new Mac out of a box or factory reset an old one.

Remote access setup Step 1 - Initial setup of your Mac Infuse video player for your clientele devices (Optional).A second pc/Mac to access the headless server (for maintenance and other use cases).A keyboard and mouse, to be used for initial setup.This guide will take you through the steps to take to set up a media server for your household on any Mac you have.

Some configurations will even enable you to access your media over the internet while you’re away from home. The media server can run Plex and provide access to all your media to every phone, tablet, laptop or smart tv device in the house. This guide will get you through the simple basics to set this up.ĭid you get a new Mac mini for Christmas? Or picked up a second hand Mac? One of the best uses for a Mac mini (or any other Mac) is to run it in headless mode as a media server and file share server. Use your mac mini as an excellent Plex media server for the whole household.

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