Best products from r/macmini
We found 32 comments on r/macmini discussing the most recommended products. We ran sentiment analysis on each of these comments to determine how redditors feel about different products. We found 43 products and ranked them based on the amount of positive reactions they received. Here are the top 20.
1. AC Infinity MULTIFAN S4, Quiet 140mm USB Fan for Receiver DVR Playstation Xbox Computer Cabinet Cooling
- Ultra-quiet UL-certified USB fan designed to cool various electronics and components.
- Features a multi-speed controller to set the fan’s speed to optimal noise and airflow levels.
- Dual-ball bearings have a lifespan of 67,000 hours and allows the fans to be laid flat or stand upright.
- USB plug can power the fan through USB ports found behind popular AV electronics and game consoles.
- Fan Size: 5.5 x 5.5 x 1 in. | Airflow: 57 CFM | Noise: 18 dBA | Bearings: Dual Ball
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2. Mediasonic ProRaid USB 3.1 10Gbps 2 Bay 2.5” & 3.5” SATA Hard Drive Enclosure – USB 3.1 Gen 2 10Gbps / USB-C/USB Type C (HUR5-SU31C)
- Hardware embedded Raid controller ensure data integrity with redundant back up capability, support Single Mode, JBOD Mode, Raid 0 Mode, and Raid 1 Mode
- USB 3.1 Gen 2 transfer rate up to 10Gbps. USB-C / USB Type C Interface.
- Support all brand of 2.5-inch & 3.5-inch SATA SSD / HDD up to 16TB per drive, and support SATA III 6.0Gbps speed.
- Support UASP for faster transfer rate, LED light indicator for system status monitoring.
- S.M.A.R.T function with built-in temperature sensor control. Please Note: 4Kn hard drive is supported. However, Power Disabled Feature hard drive is NOT supported. For example: WD Enterprise HDD and HGST HDD.
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3. Dell Ultrasharp U2718Q 27-Inch 4K IPS Monitor
Exceptional details, ultimate efficiency — a 27” 4K screen with incredibly thin bezels — ideal for multiple monitor setupHone in on every task with a multi-monitor setup and experience a virtually seamless view thanks to ultrathin bezelsDell HDR combines greater depth of colors, remarkable cla...
4. ARCTIC Breeze Mobile - Mini USB Desktop Fan with Flexible Neck, Portable Desk Fan for Home, Office, Silent USB Fan, Fan Speed: 1700 RPM - White
- EXTREMELY EFFICIENT: The Breeze Mobile has 92 mm fan blades and thus ensures reliable cooling and refreshment on hot summer days. Excellent cooling performance also on-the-go
- VIRTUALLY SILENT: As the fan and the motor are adapted from ARCTIC's successful case, it works in total silence and offers an excellent airflow as well
- LIGHT & HANDY: The portable USB fan with gooseneck is ideal for traveling. The simple plug & play assembly enables quick commissioning
- FLEXIBLE ADJUSTABLE: The practical gooseneck allows a stepless adjustment of the preferred cooling direction. The rotation speed cannot be set manually
- USB CONNECTION: The mobile Ventilator Breeze in white is connected directly to a USB port. The mini USB fan has a very low power consumption and is ideal for laptops, power banks, etc
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5. AC Infinity MULTIFAN S2, Quiet 120mm USB Blower Fan with Speed Control, UL-Certified for Receiver DVR Xbox Modem AV Cabinet Cooling
- Quiet UL-certified blower designed to be placed on top of various electronics to draw out heat.
- Features a multi-speed controller to set the fan’s speed to optimal noise and airflow levels.
- Low profile design pushes air out the rear, ideal for applications with limited clearance.
- USB plug can power the blower through USB ports found behind popular AV electronics and game consoles.
- Blower Size: 4.7 x 4.7 x 1 in. | Airflow: 35 CFM | Noise: 17 dBA | Bearings: Dual Ball
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6. Crucial 32GB Kit (16GBx2) DDR4 2666 MT/s (PC4-21300) DR x8 SODIMM 260-Pin Memory - CT2K16G4SFD8266
- Speeds up to 3200 MT/s and faster data rates are expected to be available as DDR4 technology matures
- Increase bandwidth by up to 30%
- Reduce power consumption by up to 40% and extend battery life
- Faster burst access speeds for improved sequential data throughput
- Optimized for next generation processors and platforms
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7. 821-1501 2nd Hard Drive Upgrade Kit SSD fit for Mac Mini A1347 2012
The 1tb hd was too slow usually it may took you 1min just to boot my macmini, with the new ssd it only takes 15 sec,speed up the Mac Mini by installing an SSD for the operating system and use the existing 1 TB disk for storage!Right now!All Mac Minis support two hard drives don't pay the Apple premi...
8. Dell Computer Ultrasharp U2415 24.0-Inch Screen LED Monitor, Black
- 24-inch WUXGA Monitor (1920x1200) at 60Hz, 16:10 Aspect Ratio
- 1000:1 Contrast Ratio, 16.78 Million Colors, 6ms Response Time. Enhanced power management with PowerNap enables the Dell Display Manager to either dim the monitor to the minimum brightness level or put it into sleep mode when it is not in use
- Viewing Angel: 178/178, Widescreen Anti-Glare Display, Security Lock Slot
- HDMI, Mini DP, DP, Audio line out, USB 3.0 with USB 3.0 Upstream Port. Temperature Range Operating: 0° to 40°C (32° to 104°F)
- Height-Adjustable Stand (115mm) Title, Pivot, and Swivel with Built-in Cable Management
- Note: Please refer the user manuals below for better use. Compatibility- All Operating System
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9. Certified Cable Matters Active 40Gbps Thunderbolt 3 Cable in Black 6.6 Feet Supporting 100W Charging (Not Compatible with USB-C Ports Without The Thunderbolt Logo)
MORE SPEED with this Thunderbolt 3 cable 40Gbps rated that delivers a lightning fast speed; Provides twice the speed of the previous Thunderbolt generation and eight times the data of any other cable while supplying power to your Thunderbolt 3 devicesMORE PIXELS with a Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt 3...
10. LG 27UK650-W 27 Inch 4K UHD IPS LED Monitor with HDR 10 and Adjustable Stand
4K UHD resolution (3840 x 2160) 27 inch IPS DisplayHDR10 compatible; Viewing Angle 178/178 (CR≥10) (Typ)sRGB 99 percent Color GamutAMD FreeSync technologyHDCP 2.2 compatible
11. HumanCentric Mac Mini Mount | Custom Mount for The Mac Mini, VESA Compatible, Wall Mount, Under Desk | Patented
- MOUNT YOUR MAC MINI: Mount your Apple Mac mini to the back of your monitor, on the wall, or under your desk. You can mount your Mac mini just about anywhere! Declutter your desk and keep your Mac mini safe from any spills and damage
- SLEEK DESIGN: Our custom molded minimalistic plastic case is uniquely designed to complement the shape of your Mac mini while protecting it from scratches.
- EASY INSTALLATION: You’ll be able to install this case quickly and easily - includes dry wall screws, anchors and VESA screws so you can mount your Mac mini anywhere you choose! After mounting, your Mac mini simply clicks into the case for a tight and secure fit!
- SATISFACTION GUARANTEED – If you have any problems with your case, send it right back to us - no questions asked.
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12. 12+16pin 2014 2015 Macbook to M.2 NGFF M-Key AHCI SSD Convert Card for A1493 A1502 A1465 A1466
- Note: The Nvme SSD only work for Mac OS HiSierra.
- Note: The adapter only work for M-key SSD, cannot work for B-key or B/M-key socket.
- This adapter allows you to replace the original proprietary SSD on your laptop with a non-proprietary SSD of your choice. This is a much cheaper option than replacing the entire laptop or buying another propriety SSD!
- Please note: Not all M.2 SSDs are compatible with Apple laptops. Please ensure you have a compatible SSD before purchasing!
- In order to use an NVMe drive you must update to at least 10.13 High Sierra before upgrading the SSD as the computer's firmware needs to be updated first. Your SSD will not work without updating first.
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13. APC UPS, 600VA UPS Battery Backup & Surge Protector, BE600M1 Backup Battery Power Supply, USB Charger, Back-UPS Series Uninterruptible Power Supply
600VA / 330W Backup Battery power supply7 Outlets (NEMA 5-15R): 5 UPS Battery Backup with Surge Protection Outlets, and 2 Surge Protector Only OutletsOne USB Charger Port (1.5A) for cell phones and other portable electronics5' Power Cord, right-angle 3-prong wall plug (NEMA 5-15P), wall-mountable, p...
14. AmazonBasics USB 3.1 Type-C to HDMI Adapter Cable - White
- IN THE BOX: (1) USB 3.1 Type-C to HDMI adapter for connecting a PC, notebook, or tablet to an HDMI-equipped monitor or display
- SUPPORTS 4K VIDEO: Up to 4K resolution (3840 x 2160 @ 30 Hz); backwards compatible to 1080P and 720P
- HIGH DEFINITION: Delivers high-definition audio and video
- REVERSIBLE DESIGN: Easily insert the Type-C connector into any Type-C enabled device; supports USB 3.1 and is also backwards compatible with USB 2.0
- WIDE COMPATIBILITY: Compatible with Windows 10/8.1/8, Mac OS and Chrome; easy installation; no drivers or power adapters required
- HDMI CABLE SOLD SEPARATELY: Complete connection requires an HDMI cable (sold separately)
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15. Samsung 32GB DDR4 2666MHz RAM Memory Module for Laptop Computers (260 Pin SODIMM, 1.2V) M471A4G43MB1
- START USING BLUETOOTH - Adds Bluetooth to your Windows 11, 10, 8, and 7 PC that doesn't already have it.
- CONNECT YOUR DEVICES - Supports wireless Bluetooth headphones, speakers, headsets, keyboards, mice, phones, and more!
- TINY DESIGN - This mini USB dongle can stay plugged in while you are on the move. This adapter is intended only for computers that do not already have built-in Bluetooth.
- COMPATIBILITY - Not usable in car stereos, TVs, or Mac computers. Not recommended for employer-provided computers. Does not add Bluetooth 4.0 support to Windows 7. Special drivers (provided) are needed in Windows 7 for Bose QC35 and some other recent devices
- 2 YEAR WARRANTY - We love our Plugable products, and hope you will too. All of our products are backed with a 2-year limited parts and labor warranty as well as Seattle-based email support
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16. USB-C to DisplayPort Cable 4K&60Hz, ITANDA Thunderbolt 3 to DisplayPort Cable Compatible for MacBook Pro 2018/2017, iPad Pro/MacBook Air 2018, XPS 15, Surface Book 2 and More-Gray, 6FT/1.8m
- 【Plug and Play】Drive one or two DisplayPort monitors/displays, up to 4K@60Hz, 2K@165Hz, 2K@144Hz. With a swift 60Hz refresh rate, this 6ft USB C to Displayport cable can deliver a clear image and authentic audio in real-time, without the blur, distortion and delay. You can connect your device to HDTV, 4K monitor and other devices support Displayport display. No additional adapter, driver, software required.
- 【For Home Office】Mirror mode and extend mode extend a large screen as your need, bring efficient workstation and make things more flexible. No flickering or audio cutting out issues, give you a comfortable and ultimate visual experience for sports events, movies and photos, etc.
- 【Ultra Enhanced Durability】Thunderbolt 3 to Displayport with gold-plated connectors and environmental protection PVC jacket ensures good performance and much longer lifespan. Premium aluminum shell is better for heat insulation and more reliable than other shells. Thanks to tight protection and reliable technology, the chip provides a stable output and transmission.
- 【Wide Compatibility】Works with devices with USB-C 3.1 or thunderbolt 3 port interfaces which support "DisplayPort Alternate Mode", widely compatible with 2018/ 2017/ 2016 MacBook Pro, MacBook Air 2018, 2017 iMac, iPad Pro 2018, Dell XPS 15/ XPS 13, Surface Book 2, Surface Go, Pixelbook, Acer Switch Alpha 12, Lenovo Yoga 920, Samsung Galaxy S8/S9/Note 8/Note 9, Razer Blade, Pixel Slate, and more devices (more details below).
- 【2 Years Free Warranty】ITD ITANDA focuses on providing an independent design, reliable quality and responsible customer service. We promise a 24 MONTHS warranty for the USB C to Displayport cable. Any technical inquiries or questions, please feel free to contact us. We will provide satisfying solutions for you.
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17. Corsair Apple Certified 16 GB (2x8 GB) DDR3 1600MHz (PC3 12800) Laptop Memory 1.35V
- Density: 16GB (2x8GB)
- Speed: 1600MHz
- Timing: 11-11-11-30
- Limited Lifetime Warranty
- Corsair's Mac memory kits are tested at Apple Developer Compatibility Labs and work with most MacBook Pro, iMac, and Mac mini systems shipped in 2011 and newer.
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18. Dell Gaming Monitor S2417DG YNY1D 24-Inch Screen LED-Lit TN with G-SYNC, QHD 2560 x 1440, 165Hz Refresh Rate, 1ms Response Time, 16:9 Aspect Ratio
- Get stunning clarity with QHD resolution - that's close to 2 times more screen details than Full HD
- Enhance your visual experience with optimal preset modes tailored to suit your gaming genre
- Optimize eye comfort with a flicker-free screen.Response Time:1ms. Contrast ratio: 1000: 1 (typical)
- Get a replacement monitor shipped to you the next business day with Dell's 3 years Advanced Exchange Service.Input connectors-HDMI, Displayport
- Refer user manual below. Compatibility- All Operating System. Dimensions (WxDxH) - with stand Height Compressed - 363.9 mm (14.33 inches) / 493.9 mm (19.44 inches). Width- 540.4 mm (21.28 inches). Depth- 180.0 mm (7.09 inches)
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19. StarTech.com USB C to SATA Adapter - External Hard Drive Connector for 2.5'' SATA Drives - SATA SSD / HDD to USB C Cable (USB31CSAT3CB)
- EXTERNAL POWER ACCESS: This USB C to SATA adapter enables you to quickly access your 2.5'' SATA SSD or HDD with no additional accessories required.
- USB POWERED: Easily access your valuable data using this laptop hard drive adapter without the need to external power required.
- IDEAL FOR TRAVEL: This SATA SSD / HDD adapter has a small footprint and lightweight design, fitting perfectly into your carrying case. This compact external hard drive connector offers maximum portability, making it the perfect travel companion.
- CONVIENENT DRIVE ACCESS: Quickly swap HDDs or SSDs without having to install your drives into an enclosure with this USB Type C to SATA adapter. It provides access to your drive for data transfers, drive cloning and data backup applications.
- HIGH-SPEED PERFORMANCE: This SATA to USB-C cable lets you harness the speed of USB 3.1 Gen 2 with transfer rates up to 10Gbps.
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20. MiniPro 2.5" SATA to USB 3.1 (USB-C) External Aluminum Hard Drive HDD/Solid State SSD Enclosure
- Interface: USB-C (Compatible with USB 3.1 and Thunderbolt 3). It is not compatible with Thunderbolt 2 or earlier.
- Accepts SATA 2.5" solid state SSDs or conventional hard drives (up to 9.5mm)
- Asmedia 1351 USB 3.1 Gen2 controller with UASP & TRIM support
- Bus-powered or external adapter (optional)
- Includes: MiniPro 3.1, USB-C cable, USB-C to USB 3.0/2.0 cable, User Guide
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Hi! Not sure what you mean by fan header, but it sounds like you've damaged the logic board and the fan connector to power? Otherwise if it is just the fan that is damaged just buy a new fan assembly.
But ... Sounds like a logic board problem. You could try this:
Remove the round cover on the bottom. Get a fan like this to blow into the chassis. The design is for the installed fan to pull air into the chassis then out the back vents. By doing this you are replacing the internal fan for an external one blowing into the machine. I do the same thing with this fan:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00MWH4FL4/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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Best to you,
Jim
I looked at the T5, and if I was a mobile user, I would have gotten one. So small and cool looking. Any issues with it?
Instead, I got two 10TB EasyStores from Best Buy last weekend thanks to r/DataHoarder and shucked the drives and put them in a 2 Bay Mediasonic ProRAID with native USB-C2 connection. It is set up as 2 normal independent HFS drives, just in one enclosure. But at some point I might put them RAID0 mode. Fan is a little bit loud, otherwise I love it and the native USBC connection.
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B077H9Z7TS/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00
I have no use for 4K, but I just bought these https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B00NZTKOQI/ref=pe_3034960_236394800_TE_dp_1 with a thunderbolt 3.0 to displayport adapter. They're actually nicer than I expected, super thin bezel. Always been happy with Dell monitors.
I purchased 32GB (16x2) Crucial SODIMMS through Amazon Prime for $275. https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B071H38422/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Unfortunately, I may return them, and my soon-to-arrive-any-minute Mac Mini if I decide I don't want to swap out the memory myself. I'll just order another Mac Mini, but with 32GB of RAM instead of 8 this time.
As long as I'm posting, it would be great if someone else had a look at the RAM I ordered from Amazon to ensure I chose the right ones. Thx.
Definitely go with the SSD *before* upgrading the RAM. The speed difference is night and day. I followed the step-by-step installation instructions on iFixit. It's not a difficult install, just be sure to read through all the instructions AND comments BEFORE opening the device, so you know where to use the most care. I bought this installation toolkit off Amazon – it's much cheaper than the $40 kits iFixit and OWC are selling.
Its a bit pricey but most long tb3 cables are. There is also active and passive. If you get a cheaper cable they support less bandwidth, 20gbps vs 40gbps and less wattage.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01H5QF2TK/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o09__o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I just built a 4k setup with a mac mini 2018 - i5 upgraded to 32Gb Ram It works well with this LG 4k 27
I use it only for media/ twitch so I noticed the mini can run hot, so I bought this fan to blow underneath it.
Works like a charm!
Take a look at this 4k screen: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B073VYVX5S/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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Here's what I like about it:
Mine runs hot when I'm using Photoshop. I've read elsewhere that the heat is within Intel specs.
Regardless, I bought a USB fan that I point at the Mini, and it cools it down great.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003XN24GY/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_NxCyDb335Y7YE
The 2014 mini doesn’t have two internal 2.5” drive bays...just one. You could use the original HDD as external storage, or keep it installed and add on a blade SSD by first buying the blade SSD cable here or somewhere else, and then buying an apple blade ssd or a standard pcie nvme ssd like the Samsung 970 Evo and an apple blade connector to m.2 adapter like this one .
https://www.apc.com/us/en/faqs/FA159690/
I have had good luck with APC
https://www.amazon.com/APC-Battery-Protector-Back-UPS-BE600M1/dp/B01FWAZEIU?ref_=Oct_BSellerC_764572_0&pf_rd_p=89dfa9d0-02d8-5522-9bc4-9bd0165bb96e&pf_rd_s=merchandised-search-6&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_i=764572&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=JXP5G5AFGHHMDDYVQHFT&pf_rd_r=JXP5G5AFGHHMDDYVQHFT&pf_rd_p=89dfa9d0-02d8-5522-9bc4-9bd0165bb96e
Cyberpower
but I don't know if they have the auto shutdown you need.Edit: cyberpower does too:
https://www.cyberpowersystems.com/product/software/power-panel-personal/powerpanel-for-mac/
The header is a small port where the connector at the end of the fan’s wires connects to. That’s what I unfortunately broke off.
It’s serendipitous you posted that link because as I was looking for something last night, I came upon a similar possible solution and it’s the same company and almost the same thing. Only instead of a fan, it’s a blower.
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B012CL2V3I/ref=ox_sc_act_title_5?smid=A2AW0W4FKP16S5&psc=1
My thought was that I would just remove the fan from the Mac mini, put the cover back on, and then set this blower behind it to where the air discharge is blown straight into the vent at the rear of the Mac mini. Hopefully. I can even butt them together. What do you think?
Okay, I just ran across this on amazon, a bit cheaper and seems like it would work fine.
https://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-USB-Type-C-HDMI-Adapter/dp/B01M3PTUV6?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_p=c0500d1e-56e8-4874-b428-5ff074b840fb&pf_rd_r=e1982a69-8f6b-47af-ac44-9cdba8b7ef57&pd_rd_wg=zsifL&pf_rd_s=desktop-gateway&pf_rd_t=36701&pd_rd_w=RCTi2&pf_rd_i=desktop&pd_rd_r=e1982a69-8f6b-47af-ac44-9cdba8b7ef57&ref_=pd_gw_pb_recs_pfvs
I briefly used two of these:
USB-C to DisplayPort Cable
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07CMRT77D/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_fEUTCbPVHVY8V
They worked great while I used them.
I only used them briefly because I ended up getting an eGPU (so now I just use regular DisplayPort cables)
bought two of these, just installed in 2018 mac mini, works great.
https://www.amazon.com/Samsung-2666MHz-Memory-Computers-M471A4G43MB1/dp/B07N124XDS
Bought this a year ago and works great.
https://www.amazon.ca/gp/aw/d/B009EH010E?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_image
Is this only capable when doing an eGPU setup? What setup do you have to attain 160hz on your Mac Mini?
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Edit: What other monitors can you recommend aside from your Dell Gaming Monitor S2417DG?
Edit2: Is the TN Panel the only way to have more FPS on a monitor?
This one looks good
MiniPro 2.5" SATA to USB 3.1
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N0EDY4N/
But if you want speeds that come close to the internal, you’ll need this
Samsung X5
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07GBWZJFG/
Cool. I ended up going with the LG 27UK650 4k
https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B078GRM2MV/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
For those playing along at home, this is the one I got.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0717152XT
It fits the 2018 mac mini just fine. I'll mount it this weekend and follow up with pics.
I just did this two days ago. Here's everything you'll need:
RAM: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B071H38422/ref=ox_sc_saved_title_1?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&psc=1
Tools: https://www.amazon.com/iFixit-IF145-348-2-Essential-Electronics-Toolkit/dp/B01MRNIFR6/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?keywords=ifixit+essentials&qid=1557882817&s=gateway&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1&smid=A3JGOE00MHF9QZ
Guide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gQq4hLKv1Cc
It took about 20 minutes total :)
Edit: I did 32GB, but the process is the same. You would just have to find the correct ram sticks