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Introduction to Mac Pro Developer Note

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Organization of This Document
See Also

This Developer Note gives a technical description of the Mac Pro introduced in August 2006, based on the dual-core Intel Xeon processor. It provides information about the computer’s internal design, input-output features, and expansion capabilities to help developers design products compatible with this computer.

Organization of This Document

This document provides a functional block diagram and descriptions of distinguishing features and main logic board components of the Mac Pro.

See Also

For information about using Apple's hardware documentation, see Getting Started with Hardware and Drivers.

Apple offers the following additional resources for learning about the Mac Pro:

• Apple's Mac Pro Support Site provides owner manuals, links to support services, and tips for getting the most out of using the Mac Pro.

• Apple's Specifications site provides technical specifications for Mac computers.

• Hardware Developer Note Terms and Abbreviations lists the standard units and abbreviations used in this developer note.

If you are looking for information about Apple's implementation of a specific connectivity or expansion technology such as FireWire, USB, or Bluetooth, refer to the Developer Note for that technology in the Apple ADC Reference Library at Hardware & Drivers Guides.

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