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Green circuit board SODIMM with black memory chips, 204 pins, no heat spreader

NEMIX RAM

NEMIX RAM 4GB DDR3 1600 PC3-12800 1.35V 204-Pin SODIMM for Apple 2012 Mac Mini 6,1 6,2 memory upgrade

SKU CH-8AF0-98VAF

4GB DDR3 1600 SODIMM module at 1.35V for 2012 Mac Mini 6,1 and 6,2 upgrades

  • Total capacity4 GB
  • Rated speedDDR3 1600 (PC3 12800)
  • ChipsetMajor OEM Samsung, Micron, Hynix
  • CAS latencyCL11
  • Buffer typeUnbuffered
  • Rated voltage1.35 V

Capacity 4GB

  • Boosts Mac Mini responsiveness with 4GB DDR3 1600MHz module
  • Low 1.35V operation reduces power draw and heat
  • 204-pin SODIMM fits 2012 Mac Mini 6,1 and 6,2
  • CL11 latency supports smooth multitasking on compatible systems
  • Built with major OEM chips for reliable DDR3 performance

Mac Mini 2012 DDR3 SODIMM

This 4 GB DDR3 1600 module is built for the Apple Mac Mini 6,1 and 6,2 from 2012. It uses the 204-pin SODIMM form factor and runs at 1.35 V with CL11 latency. The stick is non-ECC and unbuffered, matching the original specification for those systems.

Tool-free slot access

The Mac Mini 2012 memory slots are reachable after removing the bottom cover, so no special tools are required. The module is a single 4 GB stick in a 2Rx8 configuration using major-brand DRAM. Installers should confirm the model identifier before opening the case, as other Mac Mini years use different pinouts or voltages.

Single-stick 4 GB limit

One module provides 4 GB of capacity, which suits light multitasking and older macOS releases. The 2012 Mac Mini accepts two SODIMMs, so total memory can reach 8 GB when both slots are filled. Beyond that the platform chipset cannot address more memory, so heavier workloads will need a newer machine.

How it compares

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Price $21.99
Cheaper than about 89% of the 21,161 comparable items (median $397.99).
Total capacity 4 GB
Lower than about 90% of the 20,941 comparable items (median 32 GB).
Price per GB $5.50 per GB
Cheaper than about 70% of the 20,941 comparable items (median $8.19 per GB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameNEMIX RAM
Product lineApple iMac/Mac Mini Compatible Series Memory
Model nameApple DDR3 1600 MHz Non-ECC Unbuffered SODIMM
Part numberMS12800-428K1
Total capacity4 GB
Product type204-Pin DDR3 SODIMM
Performance
Rated speedDDR3 1600 (PC3 12800)
Processor
ChipsetMajor OEM Samsung, Micron, Hynix
Memory
CAS latencyCL11
ECC supportNo
Buffer typeUnbuffered
Heat spreaderNo
Memory rank2Rx8
Power
Rated voltage1.35 V
Compatibility
Compatible systemsApple
In the box
Included items4 GB (1 × 4 GB) DDR3 1600 MHz PC3-12800 2Rx8 1.35 V 204-PIN Non-ECC Unbuffered SODIMM

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Questions about this item

How can I confirm the 4 GB DDR3 1600 SODIMM is running at 1.35 V and CL11 after installing it in my Mac Mini 6,1?

Open About This Mac → System Report → Memory; the module should show 4 GB, 1600 MHz DDR3, 1.35 V and CAS latency 11 for the installed slot.

What ships in the package and is anything else required for the upgrade?

The box contains one 4 GB 204-pin DDR3 1600 1.35 V non-ECC SODIMM (2Rx8); no extra parts or tools are needed for the Mac Mini 6,1 or 6,2 installation.

Which capacity should I choose if the Mac Mini 6,2 has two slots and supports up to 16 GB total?

Select the 4 GB module for a single-slot upgrade; add a second identical 4 GB stick to reach 8 GB, or populate both slots with 8 GB modules each for the full 16 GB.

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