Apple PCIe Fan User Manual
PCIe Fan
Replacement Instructions
Mac Pro
First Steps
Shut down computer.1
Wait 10 minutes.
2
Warning: Parts inside
computer can be very
hot. Allow computer
to cool down before
continuing.
Unplug all external 3
cables except power
cord.
Touch metal PCI cover 4
on back of computer.
Unplug power cord.5
Note: Follow these instructions carefully. Failure to do so could damage your equipment and
void its warranty.
Opening the
Computer
Hold side access 1
panel and lift latch on
back of computer.
Warning: Edges of
access panel and
enclosure can be
sharp. Be careful
when handling.
Remove access panel 2
and place it on at
surface covered by
soft, clean cloth.
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073-1252 Rev. A 1
Required Tool
Phillips #2 screwdriver
Removing the
Installed PCIe Fan
Before you can remove
the PCIe fan, you must
remove the hard drive in
the far-left drive bay.
Make sure latch on 1
back panel is up, so
that drive is unlocked.
Pull hard drive out of 2
drive bay.
Locate PCIe fan.3
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073-1252 Rev. A 2
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