Apple Front Panel Board Cable warranty First Steps, Opening Computer, Unplug power cord

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Mac Pro

First Steps

1Shut down computer.

2Wait 10 minutes.

Warning: Parts inside computer can be very hot. Allow computer to cool down before continuing.

3Unplug all external cables except power cord.

4Touch metal PCI cover on back of computer.

5Unplug power cord.

Opening the

Computer

1Hold side access panel and lift latch on back of computer.

Warning: Edges of access panel and enclosure can be sharp. Be careful when handling.

2Remove access panel and place it on flat surface covered by soft, clean cloth.

Front Panel Board Cable

Replacement Instructions

Note: Follow these instructions carefully. Failure to do so could damage your equipment and void its warranty.

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Contents First Steps Unplug power cordOpening Computer Hard Drive Required ToolsPull hard drive out of far-left drive bay Locate graphics card in slot Graphics CardRemove bracket from enclosure Apple Inc. All rights reserved Checklist for handling card Locate processor tray Processor TrayLocate PCIe fan PCIe FanRemove 2 screws Slide fan up and out of computer Processor CageLocate processor cage Repeat steps 4 and 5 for rear fan Lift cage out of enclosure Front Panel Board CableInstalling Replacement Cable Secure 6 captive screws Reconnect 3 cables Slide PCIe fan to the right to lock card in place Reinstall graphics card in slotClosing Computer Replace access panelReplace hard drive Far-left drive bay