Einleitung
The Mac Pro (Early 2008) logic board includes one double-wide PCI Express graphics slot and three PCI Express expansion slots, for a total of four slots. The computer comes with a graphics card installed in slot 1. You can install additional PCI Express graphics and expansion cards in the remaining three PCI Express expansion slots.
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Shut down the computer.
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Wait 5 to 10 minutes to allow the computer’s internal components to cool.
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Unplug all external cables from the computer except the power cord.
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Touch the metal PCI access covers on the back of the computer to discharge any static electricity from your body.
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Unplug the power cord.
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Put on an ESD wrist strap.
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1) Hold the side access panel and lift the latch on the back of the computer.
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2) Remove the access panel and place it on a flat surface covered by a soft, clean cloth.
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This procedure explains how to remove a standard card and a card that includes a booster cable. Before you can remove either type of card, however, you must first loosen the two captive screws that secure the PCI bracket to the enclosure and remove the bracket.
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1) Release the small locking clip at the front of the card’s logic board connector by pushing the clip up toward the media shelf.
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2) Holding the card by the top corners, pull up the card and remove it from its expansion slot.
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Disconnect the booster cable(s) from the logic board.
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Release the small locking clip at the front of the card’s logic board connector by pushing the clip up toward the media shelf.
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Holding the card by the top corners, gently pull up the card and remove it from its expansion slot.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
2 Kommentare
Wish I had seen this guide a few years ago when I was upgrading my Mac. Would have saved me a few steps.
I have a used MacPro 2008. No screws on the PCI boards. Can I purchase them from you? I need at least3-4 of them. thanks.
Updated to reflect same procedure for all models in range
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