How to adjust the available bandwidth for a Mac mini

Reviewed on June 23, 2025

Every Mac mini comes with a designated bandwidth allowance. Increase your server's connectivity with additional, high-performance bandwidth options of up to 10Gbps, all with unlimited traffic.

• A Scaleway account logged into the console
• Owner status or IAM permissions allowing you to perform actions in the intended Organization
• An Mac mini installed

Upgrading bandwidth for your Mac mini

Follow these steps to boost the bandwidth of your Mac mini:

1. Navigate to Apple silicon under the Bare Metal section in the Scaleway console side menu. This action takes you to the Apple silicon dashboard.
2. Click the server name or the more icon beside your desired server to access its information page.
3. Click Settings to see a list of available configurations. Then click Manage bandwidth in the Public bandwidth section. A pop-up window appears.
4. Choose the desired maximum bandwidth for your Mac mini. The associated monthly fee displays on the right side of the pop-up.
   Note

   The maximum available bandwidth for each Mac mini is determined by the physical conditions of the network card installed, as specified in the offer description.

5. Click Continue to confirm your selected bandwidth. A summary of your order displays
6. Click Update public bandwidth to initiate the bandwidth upgrade process for your Mac mini.
   Tip

   You will be billed a prorated fee for the first month based on your chosen bandwidth option.

Downgrading bandwidth for your Mac mini

To reduce the bandwidth for your Mac mini, follow these steps:

1. Access the Apple silicon section within the Bare Metal category of the Scaleway console.
2. Click the server name or the more icon beside your desired server to access its information page.
3. Navigate to Settings and then to the Public bandwidth section. Click Manage bandwidth to open a pop-up.
4. Adjust the bandwidth to your desired level. The associated monthly fee will be adjusted accordingly.
   Tip

   Sliding the bar to the far left will reduce the bandwidth to the value initially included with your Mac mini.

5. Click Continue to confirm your selection after reviewing the order summary.
6. Click Update public bandwidth to execute the bandwidth downgrade process.