M4 Mac mini - Buzzing/Vibration sound

Hi,


I have a question about my new Mac Mini with the M4 chip.


When I listen very closely, the device makes a buzzing sound, almost like the fan is running at a very low speed.


This only happens when I connect an HDMI cable to the Mac Mini. As soon as I disconnect the cable, the buzzing/vibration like sound stops.


I’ve already tried different HDMI cables, as well as another monitor and a different power adapter, but the issue persists.


This happens both when the Mac Mini is powered on and even off. The buzzing sounds stops, if I unplug the power cable of the monitor.


The sound isn’t loud; you really have to listen closely to notice it. It feels almost like the fan is running, but very, very quietly.

Posted on Nov 10, 2024 05:06 AM

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Posted on Nov 13, 2024 11:22 PM

Hi I have got the base version and like you I had a weird buzzing noise. I'm on my third M4 Mac mini and I'm pleased to say this one is not buzzing. It must be a fault with the power supply. I did go into an Apple Store and suggested it could be a grounding issue but after receiving this third device it's clear that it was faulty.


Like other people here I've tried a number of different HDMI cables and three different screens. I also tried a USB to HDMI adapter and the device would still buzz. It would also buzz when shutdown as long as all cables were connected.

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