Apple Mac mini (Early and Late 2006)

Model identifier Macmini1,1 Mini PC, from 2006 7 hardware reports

Only 2 machines have reported their memory so far, so this answer rests on few examples. Check the label or open the panel before you buy.

Upgradable

Yes. 2 slots, up to 2 GB seen working.

It takes DDR2-667 laptop-size sticks (SO-DIMM). The slots sit inside the case, so fitting memory means opening it up. Apple lists it as a service upgrade.

Slots: 2 SO-DIMM slots
Type: DDR2-667 200-pin SO-DIMM
Most seen working: 2 GB; one machine runs 2 GB
Firmware says: 4 GB maximum
How sure: 2 of 2 reports show this layout

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Worked out from 2 hardware reports of this desktop, with Apple's memory specifications for which Macs have sockets. Sources and method. Updated 10 Nov 2026.

2 laptop-size slots

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Questions

Can I upgrade the RAM in the Apple Mac mini (Early and Late 2006)?

Yes. 2 slots, up to 2 GB seen working. It takes DDR2-667 laptop-size sticks (SO-DIMM). The slots sit inside the case, so fitting memory means opening it up. Apple lists it as a service upgrade.

What type of RAM does the Apple Mac mini (Early and Late 2006) use?

DDR2-667 laptop-size sticks (SO-DIMM, 200-pin).

Is this my desktop?

On the Mac, choose Apple menu > About This Mac > System Report. The Model Identifier should read Macmini1,1.