The Mac mini (Early 2006) can be used with the Apple Remote to activate features like Front Row.
The IR Sensor is located to the right of the slot-loading optical drive:
- Slot-loading optical drive
- Built-in infrared (IR) receiver
- Power indicator light
For best results when you use the Apple Remote with your Mac mini (Early 2006), make sure of the following:
- You have an unobstructed line-of-sight view to the front of the computer (as shown above).
- You are using the remote within 30 feet of the computer.
- You are pointing the lens end of the Apple Remote directly at the front of the computer.