Mac Pro First Generation GPU Replacement

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Introduction

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

Step 1 Case Panel

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Lift the lever to unlock the case.

Step 2

Tool used on this step:

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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.

Step 3 GPU (Graphics Card)

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Locate the graphics card in the open panel side of your Mac Pro.

Step 4

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Unscrew the two thumb screws by twisting counterclockwise using your fingers until the slide lock is released.
Remove the slide lock.

Step 5

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Push up on the clip behind the graphics card to release it from its slot.
Slide the graphics card out of the slot using both hands by firmly holding the corners of the top of the card as shown.
Handle the card only by its edges. Don't touch any exposed components or connectors.