Retired Document
Important: This document may not represent best practices for current development. Links to downloads and other resources may no longer be valid.
Introduction to Mac Pro Developer Note
This Developer Note provides a technical description of the Mac Pro computer introduced in January 2008. 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 computer.
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, for example FireWire, USB, or Bluetooth, refer to the Developer Note for that technology in the Apple ADC Reference Library at Hardware & Drivers Guides.
Copyright © 2008 Apple Inc. All Rights Reserved. Terms of Use | Privacy Policy | Updated: 2008-01-09