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Mac mini (M1, Late 2020)

Download macOS 11.1 RC (20C69) for Mac mini (M1, Late 2020)

Released
December 10, 2020
Version
macOS 11.1 RC
Build
20C69
Identifier
Macmini9,1
Filename
UniversalMac_11.1_20C69_Restore.ipsw
File size
13.90 GB
Download13.90 GB

macOS 11.1 RC Release Notes

Please note, the documentation below is supplied from Apple's update servers. We don't modify the contents of this documentation.

macOS Big Sur 11.1 introduces support for AirPods Max, TV app enhancements, Apple News widgets, and privacy information on the App Store. This release also includes bug fixes for your Mac.

AirPods Max
  • Support for AirPods Max, new over-ear headphones
  • High fidelity audio for rich sound
  • Adaptive EQ adapts sound in real time to the personal fit of ear cushions
  • Active Noise Cancellation to block out environmental noise
  • Transparency mode to hear the environment around you
  • Spatial audio with dynamic head tracking for a theater-like listening experience
Apple TV
  • An all-new Apple TV+ tab makes it easy to discover and watch Apple Original shows and movies
  • Enhanced search so you can browse by category such as genre and see recent searches and suggestions as you type
  • Top search results shown with the most relevant matches across movies, TV shows, cast, channels, and sports
Apple News
  • Apple News widgets are now available in Notification Center
App Store
  • New privacy information section on App Store pages that includes a developer-reported summary of the app’s privacy practices
  • In-game dashboard within Arcade games recommends new Arcade games to play
iPhone and iPad apps on Macs with M1
  • New window options for iPhone and iPad apps let you switch between landscape and portrait orientations or expand a window to fill the entire screen
Photos
  • Apple ProRAW photos can be edited in the Photos app
Safari
  • Ecosia search engine option in Safari
Air Quality
  • Available in Maps and Siri for locations in China mainland
  • Health recommendations are provided in Siri for the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, India, and Mexico at certain air quality levels

This release also addresses the following issues:

  • QuickTime Player might quit when opening a movie with a timecode track after upgrading from macOS Catalina
  • Bluetooth connection status was not displayed in Control Center
  • Reliability of unlocking your Mac automatically with your Apple Watch
  • Trackpad scrolling speed may be faster than expected on MacBook Pro models
  • LG UltraFine 5K Display may incorrectly display at 4K resolution on Macs with M1

Some features may not be available for all regions or on all Apple devices. For information on the security content of Apple software updates, please visit this website: https://support.apple.com/kb/HT201222

Related IPSW

View all IPSW beta for this Mac
Version Released File Size
11.1 RC
20C69
 December 10, 2020 13.90 GB
11.1 beta 2
20C5061b
 December 3, 2020 13.68 GB
11.1 beta Update
20C5048l
 November 20, 2020 No filesize available
11.1 beta
20C5048k
 November 17, 2020 13.68 GB

Installation Instructions

Always back up your devive before installing beta software. You can back up your Mac using iCloud, Time Machine, or another storage device.

Prerequisites

  • Second Mac: Another Mac of any model using macOS Sonoma 14 or later.
  • USB-C Cable: A high-quality USB-C cable to connect the two Macs.

Steps to Restore (and Update)

  1. Install Apple Configurator on the Second Mac
    • Download and install Apple Configurator from the Mac App Store on the second Mac if it’s not already installed.
  2. Put the Target MacBook into DFU Mode:
    • Shut down Mac mini (M1, Late 2020) you want to restore.
    • Connect it to the second Mac using the USB-C cable.
    • Enter DFU (Device Firmware Update) mode.
    • In Apple Configurator on the second Mac, your Mac mini (M1, Late 2020) should appear as a device in DFU mode.
  3. Apply the IPSW File:
    • Open Apple Configurator on the second Mac.
    • Select your Mac mini (M1, Late 2020) in DFU mode from the device list.
    • Drag UniversalMac_11.1_20C69_Restore.ipsw file onto the device icon in Apple Configurator, or use the menu: Actions > Restore.
    • Confirm the action when prompted. This will erase the MacBook and install macOS 11.1 RC.
  4. Wait for the Process to Complete:
    • The restore process will take some time (15-30 minutes or more, depending on the file size and connection speed).
    • The MacBook’s screen may show a progress bar or Apple logo during the restore.
    • Once complete, your Mac mini (M1, Late 2020) will restart automatically.
  5. Set Up the MacBook:
    • After the restore, your Mac mini (M1, Late 2020) will boot into the setup assistant.
    • You can set it up as new or restore your data from a backup.

Note: Using an IPSW file with Apple Configurator always performs a full restore, erasing all data. There is no option to "update" macOS (preserving data) using an IPSW file directly.