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    Mac Mini M1 Cube

    I wanted to share the results of the Mini Cube (with a small switch underneath to turn it on). The rest is a carbon copy of what @MacEnthousiast has created. I really enjoyed the build. Such a clean looking result.
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    Mac Mini M1 Cube

    I am at the same situation as you are (I think). The switch works from time to time and on others it doesn't. The fix is to have the "program" line (wire 3) pulled to ground for a second or two, while power is supplied, then it works again. I found this thread, which explains things somewhat...
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    Mac Mini M1 Cube

    Thanks - couldn't get the sensor working, but everything else does. I went for a IO plate that is bolted into the cube so I can replace it when needed. Currently I am a bit handicapped as I am sick, but will post my pictures later. Again - great work. The links to the required parts were really...
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    Mac Mini M1 Cube

    Thanks a ton, I have connected it like above (and it didn't work on the bench test (see picture below). I also tried the same with a few changes: 1 => 5V+ from AC/DC module LED directly connected to 5V- with 470 Ohm resistor (steady glow) 4 => 1 on converter board 5 => 5 on converter board (I...
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    Mac Mini M1 Cube

    Question about the Converter Board: do you have a plan on the wiring? On the button side it should be: 1 +5V 2 N/C 3 Leave Unconnected 4 Positive side of Mini Power Switch 5 Negative side of Mini Power Switch In theory that should end up looking like this: 1 Connect to +5V on the small power...
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    Mac Mini M1 Cube

    Amazing Project!!!! I have ordered all the missing parts from the list and hope I will have them within a week or two (including the I/O Plate in both Aluminium and stainless steel). I already have the M1 Mac mini and broken Cube that I can use for the purpose. Hopefully I am able to re-create...
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