Gadgets

Mac Pro got a simple and convenient design (9 photos + video)


Apple Product Fans Receive Recently NewMac Pro desktop computer that was immediately tested by iFixit experts for maintainability. As a result, the new Apple product unexpectedly received the highest score in company history in terms of maintainability. IFixit specialists were amazed at the simplicity of disassembling, disassembling, opening the case, as well as the modular design that allows for quick repairs. As a result, the Mac Pro received an almost perfect score, gaining 9 points out of 10, on a very demanding maintainability scale from iFixit.

Testing conducted on Mac base modelPro for $ 5,999. Taking into account that the price of computers is due to the modification of internal components, the process of disassembling and dismantling components is the same for all models. First of all, the specialists were impressed by the simple and quick dismantling of the outer cover-casing, which is simply removed using the handle located in the upper part of the “grater” case.

Inside the case, experts note the minimumthe number of wire connections, contact pads came to replace them. So the power button turns on the computer using four small circles arranged in a circle. When dismantling the case, the computer's power automatically turns off.


The main components are modularand for their dismantling does not require a special tool, and access to the main components of the computer is simple and convenient. To fix the boards installed in the PCI-Express slots, a single lock is installed in the computer.

The only problem with disassembling the MacPro experts called the process of replacing an SSD drive that is integrated with Apple's T2 security chip and cannot be replaced by the user on their own.


Mac Pro cooling system consists of threefans forcing air inward and located on the front of the computer, as well as one exhaust fan located on the opposite side of the case. The entire internal surface is subjected to blowing without specialization in a processor or video card. Also, filters are not provided to protect against ingress of dust into the housing.


Getting very high for Applemaintainability 9 out of 10 from iFixit, it is hoped that Mac Pro owners will be able to independently understand the repair and replacement of modular components of the device, without involving specialists.

Source: ifixit