Opening A Mac Mini

I'm considering a Mac Mini. I'm going to an Apple store and asking should I get the 1.82 or 2.00 Ghz but it depens how fast the apps run anyway. But lets say I want to upgrade the RAM or somthing. Does it void the warrenty opening it up? And How i the world do you open it up?
Thanks,
Nick

You won't 'void' it just by opening, however if you break it, or if the components you install damage the machine etc..You won't be covered by warranty.
There are a bunch of guides available for upgrading:
http://www.applefritter.com/MacMini_Take_ApartGuide
Search google for 'Mac Mini ugprades' or 'Opening Mac Mini'and you'll find heaps more .
Good Luck!

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