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Contents Chapter 1: Ready, Set Up, Go 11 Setting Up Your Mac Pro 19 Putting Your Mac Pro to Sleep or Shutting It Down Chapter 2: Life with Your Mac Pro 24 Basic Features on the Front of Your Mac Pro 26 Features of Your Apple Keyboard 28 Ports and Connectors on the Back of Your Mac Pro 30 More Ports and Connectors on the Back 32 Internal Expansion Options 34 Getting Answers Chapter 3: Making a Good Thing Better 39 Opening the Mac Pro 43 Installing Memory 51 Installing Internal Storage Devices 60 Adding PCI Express Cards 64 Replacing the Internal Backup Battery Contents 5
Contents Chapter 1: Ready, Set Up, Go 11 Setting Up Your Mac Pro 19 Putting Your Mac Pro to Sleep or Shutting It Down Chapter 2: Life with Your Mac Pro 24 Basic Features on the Front of Your Mac Pro 26 Features of Your Apple Keyboard 28 Ports and Connectors on the Back of Your Mac Pro 30 More Ports and Connectors on the Back 32 Internal Expansion Options 34 Getting Answers Chapter 3: Making a Good Thing Better 39 Opening the Mac Pro 43 Installing Memory 51 Installing Internal Storage Devices 60 Adding PCI Express Cards 64 Replacing the Internal Backup Battery Contents 5
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Chapter 4: Problem, Meet Solution 68 Problems with Your Mac Pro 70 Problems with Software 71 Keeping Your Software Up to Date 72 Problems with AirPort Wireless Communication 72 Problems with Your Display 75 Problems with Your Internet Connection 78 Using Apple Hardware Test 79 Reinstalling the Software That Came with Your Computer 80 Maximizing...'s Under the Hood 86 Specifications Chapter 6: Last, but Not Least 96 Important Safety Information 97 General Maintenance 100 Understanding Ergonomics 102 Avoid Hearing Damage 102 Apple and the Environment 103 Regulatory Compliance Information 6 Contents
Chapter 4: Problem, Meet Solution 68 Problems with Your Mac Pro 70 Problems with Software 71 Keeping Your Software Up to Date 72 Problems with AirPort Wireless Communication 72 Problems with Your Display 75 Problems with Your Internet Connection 78 Using Apple Hardware Test 79 Reinstalling the Software That Came with Your Computer 80 Maximizing...'s Under the Hood 86 Specifications Chapter 6: Last, but Not Least 96 Important Safety Information 97 General Maintenance 100 Understanding Ergonomics 102 Avoid Hearing Damage 102 Apple and the Environment 103 Regulatory Compliance Information 6 Contents
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...Apple may release new versions and updates to questions can be slightly different from the inside of this book may be found on page 34. Before you begin, remove any protective film from the outside of your Mac Pro and from what you see "Opening the Mac Pro" on page 39. Your Mac Pro...information starting on page 95) carefully before you first use your Mac Pro. Many answers to its system software, so the images shown in Mac Help. For information about Mac Help, see "Getting Answers" on your Mac Pro in this Mac Pro. Make sure you look over the information in an anodized ...
...Apple may release new versions and updates to questions can be slightly different from the inside of this book may be found on page 34. Before you begin, remove any protective film from the outside of your Mac Pro and from what you see "Opening the Mac Pro" on page 39. Your Mac Pro...information starting on page 95) carefully before you first use your Mac Pro. Many answers to its system software, so the images shown in Mac Help. For information about Mac Help, see "Getting Answers" on your Mac Pro in this Mac Pro. Make sure you look over the information in an anodized ...
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...as well. Make sure the power cords for your display is heavy, use correct lifting techniques when positioning it up your Mac Pro by both of , behind, and below your Mac Pro and the display is not obstructed  The computer's optical drive trays have space to open in front of its ...handles using it right away. Setting Up Your Mac Pro Your Mac Pro is to disconnect their power plugs from the power source. Follow the steps on a sturdy, flat surface  The power cable connectors don't...
...as well. Make sure the power cords for your display is heavy, use correct lifting techniques when positioning it up your Mac Pro by both of , behind, and below your Mac Pro and the display is not obstructed  The computer's optical drive trays have space to open in front of its ...handles using it right away. Setting Up Your Mac Pro Your Mac Pro is to disconnect their power plugs from the power source. Follow the steps on a sturdy, flat surface  The power cable connectors don't...
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Step 2: Plug in the power cord Plug the power cord completely into the recessed power cord socket on the back of your Mac Pro and plug the other end into a grounded outlet or a grounded power strip. Power cord socket Power cord plug 12 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go
Step 2: Plug in the power cord Plug the power cord completely into the recessed power cord socket on the back of your Mac Pro and plug the other end into a grounded outlet or a grounded power strip. Power cord socket Power cord plug 12 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go
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Depending on the display, you may have one or more cables to the display ports on the back of your display as shown in the illustration below. Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go 13 Display ports USB port FireWire 400 port Display cable You can connect two displays with the display for additional setup information. Step 3: Connect the display Connect your Mac Pro. Check the instructions that came with Digital Visual Interface (DVI) connectors to connect.
Depending on the display, you may have one or more cables to the display ports on the back of your display as shown in the illustration below. Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go 13 Display ports USB port FireWire 400 port Display cable You can connect two displays with the display for additional setup information. Step 3: Connect the display Connect your Mac Pro. Check the instructions that came with Digital Visual Interface (DVI) connectors to connect.
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You can also connect displays that have an Apple Display Connector (ADC) or a video graphics array (VGA) connector using one of the following adapters: Â To connect a VGA display, use the Apple DVI to VGA Display Adapter included with your Mac Pro to connect the display to the DVI port. Â To connect... an ADC display, use an Apple DVI to ADC Display Adapter, not included, to connect the display to the...
You can also connect displays that have an Apple Display Connector (ADC) or a video graphics array (VGA) connector using one of the following adapters: Â To connect a VGA display, use the Apple DVI to VGA Display Adapter included with your Mac Pro to connect the display to the DVI port. Â To connect... an ADC display, use an Apple DVI to ADC Display Adapter, not included, to connect the display to the...
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Connect the other end to either of the gigabit Ethernet ports on the back of an Ethernet cable to a DSL modem, cable modem, or Ethernet network. Gigabit Ethernet ports Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go 15 Step 4: Connect an Ethernet cable To access the Internet or a network, connect one end of your Mac Pro.
Connect the other end to either of the gigabit Ethernet ports on the back of an Ethernet cable to a DSL modem, cable modem, or Ethernet network. Gigabit Ethernet ports Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go 15 Step 4: Connect an Ethernet cable To access the Internet or a network, connect one end of your Mac Pro.
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Plug the mouse into a USB port on the keyboard Keyboard Mouse 16 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go Plug the Mighty Mouse cable into a USB port on the keyboard. Step 5: Connect the keyboard and mouse Connect the keyboard cable to one of the USB (d) ports on your Mac Pro or on the display.
Plug the mouse into a USB port on the keyboard Keyboard Mouse 16 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go Plug the Mighty Mouse cable into a USB port on the keyboard. Step 5: Connect the keyboard and mouse Connect the keyboard cable to one of the USB (d) ports on your Mac Pro or on the display.
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... you want to know your Mac Pro to turn on your Mac Pro. If you already have a Mac, Setup Assistant can quickly make your Mac Pro, Setup Assistant starts. Step 7: Use Setup Assistant The first time you purchased an Apple Wireless Keyboard and Mouse with your Mac Pro, follow the instructions that came with your Mac Pro. Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go...
... you want to know your Mac Pro to turn on your Mac Pro. If you already have a Mac, Setup Assistant can quickly make your Mac Pro, Setup Assistant starts. Step 7: Use Setup Assistant The first time you purchased an Apple Wireless Keyboard and Mouse with your Mac Pro, follow the instructions that came with your Mac Pro. Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go...
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... on page 67. 18 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go Press and hold the power (®) button on your screen or you see anything on your Mac Pro for 5 or 6 seconds, until it 's plugged into a power strip, is the power strip turned on? Â Is the power cord securely plugged ... power source? Press the power (®) button again to restart. Â If you think your Mac Pro didn't start up properly, check the following: Â Is your Mac Pro plugged into the back of your Mac Pro. Are the brightness and contrast of flashes from the status light, see anything on your screen, restart...
... on page 67. 18 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go Press and hold the power (®) button on your screen or you see anything on your Mac Pro for 5 or 6 seconds, until it 's plugged into a power strip, is the power strip turned on? Â Is the power cord securely plugged ... power source? Press the power (®) button again to restart. Â If you think your Mac Pro didn't start up properly, check the following: Â Is your Mac Pro plugged into the back of your Mac Pro. Are the brightness and contrast of flashes from the status light, see anything on your screen, restart...
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... When you finish working, you will be away from your Mac Pro is in the dialogue box that appears. Â Choose Apple () > System Preferences, click Energy Saver, and set a sleep timer. When your Mac Pro for only a short time, put it down. To wake your Mac Pro from sleep, do one of the following : Â Choose...
... When you finish working, you will be away from your Mac Pro is in the dialogue box that appears. Â Choose Apple () > System Preferences, click Energy Saver, and set a sleep timer. When your Mac Pro for only a short time, put it down. To wake your Mac Pro from sleep, do one of the following : Â Choose...
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... you will not be damaged if your computer while the hard disk is not shut down your Mac Pro before moving it off your Mac Pro, do one of the following: Â Choose Apple () > Shut Down. Â Press the power (®) button on the front of data or the inability to start up from... the hard disk. 20 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go Your files or system software could be using your Mac Pro for a day...
... you will not be damaged if your computer while the hard disk is not shut down your Mac Pro before moving it off your Mac Pro, do one of the following: Â Choose Apple () > Shut Down. Â Press the power (®) button on the front of data or the inability to start up from... the hard disk. 20 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go Your files or system software could be using your Mac Pro for a day...
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You can also find the manuals for many Apple products, and technical support for all of your Mac Pro. The Apple website at www.apple.com/support. Chapter 2 Life with Your Mac Pro 23 Read on the Apple Support website at www.apple.com links you to the latest Apple news, free downloads, and online catalogs of software and hardware for an overview of the features and ports of Apple's products, on for your Mac Pro.
You can also find the manuals for many Apple products, and technical support for all of your Mac Pro. The Apple website at www.apple.com/support. Chapter 2 Life with Your Mac Pro 23 Read on the Apple Support website at www.apple.com links you to the latest Apple news, free downloads, and online catalogs of software and hardware for an overview of the features and ports of Apple's products, on for your Mac Pro.
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Basic Features on the Front of Your Mac Pro Optical drive Status light Second optical drive (optional) ® Power button f Headphone jack USB 2.0 ports (2) FireWire 800 port FireWire 400 port 24 Chapter 2 Life with Your Mac Pro
Basic Features on the Front of Your Mac Pro Optical drive Status light Second optical drive (optional) ® Power button f Headphone jack USB 2.0 ports (2) FireWire 800 port FireWire 400 port 24 Chapter 2 Life with Your Mac Pro
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To open it from sleep. If your Apple Keyboard. H FireWire 400 and 800 ports Connect your Mac Pro to USB keyboards, mice, printers, scanners, iPods, speakers, microphones, and hubs. d USB 2.0 ports Connect your Mac Pro to FireWire digital video (DV) cameras, scanners, and external hard disk drives. ... 400 port supports data rates up to 400 megabits per second (Mbit/s). Status light A white light indicates your Mac Pro through the headphone minijack. Optical drive Your Mac Pro has a DVD+R DL/DVD±RW/CD-RW SuperDrive, which can write music, documents, and other files...
To open it from sleep. If your Apple Keyboard. H FireWire 400 and 800 ports Connect your Mac Pro to USB keyboards, mice, printers, scanners, iPods, speakers, microphones, and hubs. d USB 2.0 ports Connect your Mac Pro to FireWire digital video (DV) cameras, scanners, and external hard disk drives. ... 400 port supports data rates up to 400 megabits per second (Mbit/s). Status light A white light indicates your Mac Pro through the headphone minijack. Optical drive Your Mac Pro has a DVD+R DL/DVD±RW/CD-RW SuperDrive, which can write music, documents, and other files...
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Features of Your Apple Keyboard Escape Decrease brightness Increase brightness Exposé Dashboard Caps Lock Fast Forward Mute Volume Down Volume Up Media Eject Function Play/Pause Rewind USB port (both sides) 26 Chapter 2 Life with Your Mac Pro
Features of Your Apple Keyboard Escape Decrease brightness Increase brightness Exposé Dashboard Caps Lock Fast Forward Mute Volume Down Volume Up Media Eject Function Play/Pause Rewind USB port (both sides) 26 Chapter 2 Life with Your Mac Pro
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Dashboard key (F4) Open Dashboard to access your iPhone, iPod, or digital camera. Chapter 2 Life with Your Mac Pro 27 Caps Lock key Press the Caps Lock key to exit Front Row. d Two USB 2.0 ports Connect a mouse and sync your widgets. - Press the ...speakers or headphone port on your Apple display. Brightness keys (F1, F2) Increase ( ) or decrease ( ) the brightness of sound coming from the menu bar and search for quick access to all your open Front Row. Volume keys (F11, F12) Decrease (-) or increase (-) the volume of your Mac Pro. Escape (esc) key Press ...
Dashboard key (F4) Open Dashboard to access your iPhone, iPod, or digital camera. Chapter 2 Life with Your Mac Pro 27 Caps Lock key Press the Caps Lock key to exit Front Row. d Two USB 2.0 ports Connect a mouse and sync your widgets. - Press the ...speakers or headphone port on your Apple display. Brightness keys (F1, F2) Increase ( ) or decrease ( ) the brightness of sound coming from the menu bar and search for quick access to all your open Front Row. Volume keys (F11, F12) Decrease (-) or increase (-) the volume of your Mac Pro. Escape (esc) key Press ...