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Mac Pro First Generation Power Supply Unit Replacement

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  1. Mac Pro First Generation Power Supply Unit Replacement, Case Panel: crwdns2935265:01crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:01crwdne2935265:0
    • Lift the lever to unlock the case.

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    • Remove the side panel of the Mac Pro.

    • Discharge any static electricity by touching a grounded surface prior to working on any internal components. Touching the metal PCI slot covers works great, or any other grounded metal surface. You can also wear a anti-static wrist strap.

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    • The optical drive must be removed to access the power supply unit

    • Firmly grasp the handles of the shown compartment and pull out firmly to remove the optical drive bay.

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    • Firmly hold each of the two connectors and pull them out of their respective sockets.

  5. Mac Pro First Generation Power Supply Unit Replacement, Un-Mounting the Power Supply Unit: crwdns2935265:05crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:02crwdne2935265:0 Mac Pro First Generation Power Supply Unit Replacement, Un-Mounting the Power Supply Unit: crwdns2935265:05crwdnd2935265:02crwdnd2935265:02crwdne2935265:0
    • Remove the 4 marked 6-32 hex screws with a 2mm Phillips hex screwdriver.

    • There are a number of Phillips head screws underneath. These don't need to be removed to remove the power supply.

    • Note the different PSU for Mac Pro 1,1 through 3,1 versus Mac Pro 4,1 and 5,1.

  6. Mac Pro First Generation Power Supply Unit Replacement, Removing the Power Supply: crwdns2935265:06crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0 Mac Pro First Generation Power Supply Unit Replacement, Removing the Power Supply: crwdns2935265:06crwdnd2935265:02crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0 Mac Pro First Generation Power Supply Unit Replacement, Removing the Power Supply: crwdns2935265:06crwdnd2935265:03crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0
    • Be careful when pulling the power supply out, as it has several attached cables which don't have much slack.

    • Grip the handle on the left side of the power supply casing while gripping the right side of the power supply casing and pull upwards firmly to to take it out.

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    • For the Mac Pro (Early 2008/9), a.k.a. MacPro3,1 In the MacPro3,1, the power supply screws are 2.5mm hex, not T-10. Also, there is a cover plate behind the superdrive that has to be removed (2 phillips screws) to expose the power cable connections and those connectors must be detached and slid under fan before the power supply can be removed.

  8. Mac Pro First Generation Power Supply Unit Replacement, Disconnecting the Power Supply: crwdns2935265:08crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:02crwdne2935265:0 Mac Pro First Generation Power Supply Unit Replacement, Disconnecting the Power Supply: crwdns2935265:08crwdnd2935265:02crwdnd2935265:02crwdne2935265:0
    • Locate the four marked cables

    • Push down on the clip that is above each cable connector while firmly grasping each connector and pull each one back to remove each clip.

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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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Hi

Very difficult to find the exact size of the bit for the screwdriver. And it is very tight to unscrew one of the screws.

Maybe I had spoiled the head of the screw.

What is the solution?

Thank you in advance.

Michel

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missing a very crucial step before step 6. if you don't remove the cover (where cd rom is) and unplug the PSU cable, you'll damage something.

for screws, 2.5mm didn't work for me, but i used a 3/32 hex with ball end, and at an angle, it will loosen screws.

Tino - crwdns2934203:0crwdne2934203:0

Doesn't work for a micron. Step 6 is impossible. Can't get the power supply out of its place more than a few centimeters. The side closest to the backplate of the casing can't come up only some millimeters, while also the fixed!! power cord is a serious obstruction.

Moreover there are nowhere cover plates left, so this is not a comparable situation as described in step 7.

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My last remark should be forgotten. The power cord has been connected to the Mac pro to give the impression that it's mounted fixedly to the power supply. But if you pull with very much force (an attempt of despair), it then again appears to be a 3-hole connector like is the case for common computers. If you don't know these systems, this is very treacherous.

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