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Mac Pro First Generation RAM Replacement

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Accessing the RAM is easy and requires no tools. Use this guide to add or replace RAM for your Mac Pro.

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    • 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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    • Locate the two RAM trays at the bottom of the Mac Pro.

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    • Pull the RAM tray out of the case by using both hands holding the edge of the ram board as shown.

    • Make sure you give enough time for the computer to cool down before you remove any internal hardware parts.

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    • Push down on the ejectors on each side of a ram stick firmly and lift the RAM stick straight out carefully by holding each side.

    • To insert a new RAM stick, place the RAM into the slot with the correct orientation and push on the stick using both hands until the ejectors are clicked into place.

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

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What is the name/or type of memory chip to use in the MacPro 2008.

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Hi Curtis, hope you found the RAM type ok.

Basically server RAM, ECC, 667Mhz, FB always in Pairs.

Retired Apple, PC etc engineer.

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