Apple 073-1058 - Manual
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Table of Contents:
- Page 2 – Unplug the power cord.
- Page 3 – Removing the Installed Hard Drive; Locate the hard drive.
- Page 4 – touch the printed circuit board on the bottom of the drive.; Installing the Replacement Hard Drive; Replace the access panel.
- Page 5 – Formatting the Drive; Open Disk Utility and select the drive in the list to the left.
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 configurations, a single hard drive occupies the far left bay (bay 1). The
hard drives must meet the following specifications:
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 finished working and closed the computer.
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Summary
Mac Pro Hard Drive Unplug the power cord. Hold the side access panel and lift the latch on the back of the computer. Warning: The edges of the access panel and the enclosure can be sharp. Be very careful when handling them. Remove the access panel and place it on a flat surface covered by a soft, cl...
Mac Pro Hard Drive Removing the Installed Hard Drive Carefully lay the computer on its side so that the open side faces up. Important: Make sure the latch on the back panel is in the up position. When the latch is down, the hard drives and carriers are locked in place and you will not be able to rem...
Mac Pro Hard Drive Remove the four screws that mount the drive to the carrier and remove the drive from the carrier. Important: When removing or installing a hard drive, hold the drive by its sides. Be careful not to touch the printed circuit board on the bottom of the drive. Installing the Replacem...
