Mac Pro (Early 2008) Take Apart — Processors, 2.8 and 3.0 GHz 87
Processors, 2.8 and 3.0 GHz
This procedure applies to 2.8 GHz and 3.0 GHz congurations of the Mac Pro (Early 2008). For the
3.2 GHz conguration, see the procedure “Processors, 3.2 GHz.”
Note: The steps in this procedure illustrate how to remove the lower processor (CPU B). The
instructions are the same for removing the upper processor (CPU A).
Important: Every time you remove a processor, you must replace the thermal grease on the
processor heatsink. New grease and alcohol wipes for removing the previous grease are included
with replacement processors. Instructions for applying the grease are included with the processor
heatsinks procedure.
Tools
No tools are required for this procedure. However, you may nd a at-blade screwdriver helpful in
releasing the processor holder latch.
Preliminary Steps
Before you begin, open the computer, lay it on its side with the access side facing up, and remove
the following:
Hard drives and hard drive carriers in drive bays 1 and • 2
PCI Express card installed in slot • 1
Any 12-inch PCI Express card• s
Processor heatsink cove• r
Front fan assembl• y
Top and bottom memory card• s
Memory cage with rear fan•
Processor heatsinks for 2.8 and 3.0 GHz Processor• s
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