Firewire question Macbook / Macmini

Hi, I'm currently using black macbook(2006) and am about to purchase the mac mini - can someone tell me which firewire cable i need to connect the two please? Thanks!

It depends if you are getting a Brand New Mini or a used one.
You must determine whether the Mini you are purchasing is FW400 or FW800.
You can use either, but the BlackBook only comes with FW400, so will either need a 400>400 or 400>800 cable, depending on what the Mini comes with.
I hope that helps.
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