Apple MAC PRO (Hard Drive Replacement) User Manual download pdf

 Mac Pro

073-1058 Rev. B

Hard Drive

Replacement Instructions

Follow the instructions in this document carefully. Failure to follow these instructions could

damage your equipment and void its warranty.

Note: Mac Pro can accommodate four serial ATA (SATA) 3 Gbps hard drives in its four internal

hard drive bays. In most congurations, a single hard drive occupies the far left bay (bay 1). The

hard drives must meet the following specications:

Type: SATA 3 Gbps

Width: 3.9 inches (102 mm)

Depth: 5.7 inches (147 mm)

Height: 1.0 inch

Tools Required

The only tool required for this procedure is a Phillips #1 screwdriver.

Opening the Computer

Shut down the computer.

Warning: Always shut down the computer before opening it to avoid damaging its

internal components or the components you are installing. Do not open the computer

or attempt to install items inside it while it is on.

Wait 5 to 10 minutes to allow the computer’s internal components to cool.

Warning: After you shut down the system, the internal components can be very hot. You

must let the computer cool down before continuing.

Unplug all external cables from the computer except the power cord.

Touch the metal PCI access covers on the back of the computer to discharge any static

electricity from your body.

Important: Always discharge static before you touch any parts or install any

components inside the computer. To avoid generating static electricity, do not walk

around the room until you have nished working and closed the computer.

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Page 1 - Hard Drive

 Mac Pro073-1058 Rev. BHard DriveReplacement InstructionsFollow the instructions in this document carefully. Failure to follow these instructions cou

Page 2 - Mac Pro Hard Drive 2

Mac Pro Hard Drive 2Unplug the power cord.Hold the side access panel and lift the latch on the back of the computer. Warning: The edges of the access

Page 3

Mac Pro Hard Drive 3Removing the Installed Hard DriveCarefully lay the computer on its side so that the open side faces up. Important: Make sure the

Page 4 - Closing the Computer

Mac Pro Hard Drive 4Remove the four screws that mount the drive to the carrier and remove the drive from the carrier.Important: When removing or inst

Page 5 - Formatting the Drive

Mac Pro Hard Drive 5Formatting the DriveAfter installing a new drive, you must format it by the following steps:Open Disk Utility and select the driv

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