Due to operational constraints, a Scaleway Mac mini should not be fully shut down using conventional methods. Below are guidelines for managing your Mac mini's usage and shutdown procedures.
Important
If you force the shutdown of your Mac mini using the command line or any other method, it will not be possible to manually turn it back on via SSH or the Scaleway Console. To ensure service continuity, we have implemented safeguards that will automatically restart the Mac mini within 24 hours.
For other operating systems (such as Asahi Linux), automatic restart is not implemented. Therefore, do not power off the machine, as it will not be able to restart remotely.
On Asahi Linux, we have installed a "hook" into the shutdown/poweroff/halt/sleep system services to provide an additional safety layer. It is crucial not to modify or disable this hook, as doing so may result in permanent loss of access to the machine if it is powered off.
Close the Remote Desktop Window: If you are using a graphical interface, simply close the remote desktop window to stop your session.
End Your SSH Session: If you are connected via terminal, terminate your SSH session to stop accessing the Mac mini.
Important
You will continue to be billed for your Mac mini as long as it remains assigned to your account. Billing will only cease once the deletion process is fully completed and the Mac mini has been removed from your account.
To permanently stop using your Mac mini and cease billing, you need to delete your Mac mini from your account. For detailed instructions, refer to How to Delete a Mac mini.
Note
Mac mini and macOS are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries and regions. iOS is a trademark or registered trademark of Cisco in the U.S. and other countries and is used by Apple under license. Scaleway is not affiliated with Apple Inc.