Mac Pro 2009-2012 RAM Replacement

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• Pull the side panel release latch upwards until you hear an audible click.
• Lift the side panel off towards you from the top.
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crwdns2931653:02crwdne2931653:0 Remove the Processor Board



• Press the two latches (circled in red) holding in the processor board. They might need a bit of pressure to open.
• Slide out the processor board.
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crwdns2931653:03crwdne2931653:0 Remove the old RAM
• Push the RAM tabs down to release the sticks.
• When reinstalling the RAM, you might need to apply some force to fit the sticks back in.
• Repeat this step for each stick of RAM you want to replace.
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• From these guides: 2009 Mac Pro CPU Replacement (quad-core) Mac Pro 2009-2012 Case Replacement
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