Apple 7500 Series Personal Computer User Manual
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1. Installing a Processor Upgrade Card in Power Macintosh 7500 or 7600 Series Computers The Power Macintosh Processor Upgrade Card gives your Macintosh 7500 or 7600 computer additional processing power You can install the upgrade card in the processor card slot in your computer This chapter explains how to remove the processor card currently inside your computer and replace it with the processor upgrade card Installing the processor card is technically challenging If you prefer you can ask an Apple authorized dealer or service provider to install it for a fee If you attempt to install the card yourself but experience difficulties it is recommended that you have an Apple authorized service provider complete the process Apple does not warranty damage caused by improper removal or installation of processor cards Installing a processor card Chapter 1 1 Turn off the computer For now leave the computer plugged in to ground it and protect its components from static electricity damage Press the two release buttons under the front panel and slide the cover toward you approximately two inches Locate the two release buttons under the front panel ledge with your fingertips While pressing the release buttons pull the top cover forward approximately two inches to release it from the chassis 3 Remove the cover from the computer After you ve slid the cover forward about two inches lift it straight up and off2. is a trademark of Apple Computer Inc registered in the U S and other countries Use of the keyboard Apple logo Option Shift K for commercial purposes without the prior written consent of Apple may constitute trademark infringement and unfair competition in violation of federal and state laws Every effort has been made to ensure that the information in this manual is accurate Apple is not responsible for printing or clerical errors Apple Computer Inc 1 Infinite Loop Cupertino CA 95014 2084 408 996 1010 http www apple com Apple the Apple logo Macintosh LaserWriter and Power Macintosh are trademarks of Apple Computer Inc registered in the U S and other countries Adobe the Adobe logo Adobe Illustrator ExposurePro Adobe Photoshop and PostScript are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated or its subsidiaries and may be registered in certain jurisdictions Helvetica and Times are registered trademarks of Linotype Hell AG and or its subsidiaries Simultaneously published in the United States and Canada Mention of third party products is for informational purposes only and constitutes neither an endorsement nor a recommendation Apple assumes no responsibility with regard to the performance or use of these products Contents Appendix Communications regulation information iv Introduction vii Which chapter should I read viii Installing a Processor Upgrade Card in Power Macintosh 7500 or 7600 Series
3. it is not compatible the card may not work reliably Apple Computer Inc does not support this configuration If you do not install the used card in another computer be sure to store the card in an antistatic bag Technical specifications 180 MHz 604e processor card a 180 MHz a built in floating point unit a 45 MHz system bus Appendix e The Apple Publishing System This Apple manual was written edited and produced on a desktop publishing system using Apple Macintosh computers and QuarkXPress Technical illustrations were drawn in Adobe Illustrator screen shots were created and modified with system software ExposurePro and Adobe Photoshop Final pages were output using PostScript technology Text type is Times display type is Helvetica Narrow and cover type is Apple Garamond Apple s corporate font Ornaments are custom symbols designed for Apple Computer Some elements such as computer voice are set in Courier a fixed width font PostScript the LaserWriter page description language was developed by Adobe Systems Incorporated Power Macintosh Processor Upgrade Card Instructions for installing the processor upgrade card in Power Macintosh 7500 7600 8500 or 9500 series computers Apple Computer Inc 1996 Apple Computer Inc All rights reserved Under the copyright laws this manual may not be copied in whole or in part without the written consent of Apple The Apple logo
4. the small button on the floor of the computer near the left leg of the fan Then slide the fan to the right and remove it A de 32 Chapter 3 9 Genily lay the computer on its side on a clean stable surface This makes it easier to remove the old processor card and insert the new card correctly Installing a Processor Upgrade Card in Power Macintosh 9500 Series Computers 33 34 Chapter 3 Remove the processor card that s in the computer now Grasp the edges of the card firmly and pull the card out of the slot Pull the card straight up without rocking it from side to side Do not pull on the heat sink because you might damage the card or your computer Processor card slot 11 Remove the new processor card from its static proof bag WARNING The processor card can be damaged by static electricity To avoid damaging the card hold it only by the edges do not touch the gold contacts or the heat sink While handling the card avoid actions that might create static For example do not walk or shuffle your feet on the carpet To avoid touching the gold contacts or the heat sink hold the card by its edges Heat sink s
5. way back until it snaps into place Installing a Processor Upgrade Card in Power Macintosh 7500 or 7600 Series Computers e 10 13 Plug the power cord into the computer again Plug the power cord into the back of the computer back of computer You are now finished installing the card 14 Update your system software using the CD ROM disc that came with the card Follow the instructions for installing or reinstalling system software in the manual that came with your computer Start up your computer with the CD that came with your new card and follow the steps for a normal installation WARNING Never turn on your computer unless all of its internal and external parts are in place Operating the computer when it is open or missing parts can be dangerous and can damage your computer What to do with the used processor card Put the used card into an antistatic bag You may want to use the one that contained the new card you just installed It is possible that the processor card you removed can be used as an upgrade card for another Power Macintosh For information about the cards you can use in specific computers be sure to see the Appendix Swapping Processor Upgrade Cards Chapter 1 Installing a Processor Upgrade Card in Power Macintosh 8500 Series Computers The Power Macintosh Processor Upgrade Card gives your Macintosh 8500 computer additional processing power You can install the upgrad
6. 500 computer additional processing power You can install the upgrade card in the processor card slot in your computer This chapter explains how to remove the processor card currently inside your computer and replace it with the processor upgrade card Installing the processor card is technically challenging If you prefer you can ask an Apple authorized dealer or service provider to install it for a fee If you attempt to install the card yourself but experience difficulties it is recommended that you have an Apple authorized service provider complete the process Apple does not warranty damage caused by improper removal or installation of processor cards 25 26 Installing a processor card Chapter 3 1 To turn off the computer choose Shut Down from the Special menu For now leave the computer plugged in to ground it and protect its components from static electricity damage Loosen the six large screws at the corners and sides of the back panel Do not completely remove the screws or the back panel PEE LIL LLLLEI SPEER ETEE LIITT FEI OL FEINI HHHH TTT 27 Remove the cover from the computer 3 Slide the cover away from the back panel an inch or two Then raise the cover straight up and off the computer Installing a Processor Upgrade Card in Power Macintosh 9500 Series Computers 4 Touch the metal part of the power supply case insid
7. Computers 37 17 Plug the new auxiliary fan into the connector on the main logic board There is only one correct way to insert the plug Notice that the notch on the plug must face up Connector 38 Chapter 3 18 Lift the auxiliary fan back into place Snap the auxiliary Th 0 4 fan back into place Processor card This guide on the auxiliary fan housing engages the processor card in the computer IMPORTANT If the retainer cannot close so that both sides are latched the processor card is not fully inserted Repeat the process starting at step 7 Installing a Processor Upgrade Card in Power Macintosh 9500 Series Computers e 39 40 ee Chapter 3 19 20 21 22 Replace the cover on the computer Lower the cover all the way down onto the case Push the cover back until it touches the back panel wees TT TT HHI FHN HIII y CT OO Tt CTT LCL CT COLLE CL ELLE HI Tighten the screws on the back panel Plug the power cord into the computer again You are now finished installing the card Update your system software using the CD ROM disc that came with the card Follow the instructions for installing or reinstalling system softwar
8. Computers 1 Installing a processor card 2 What to do with the used processor card 10 Installing a Processor Upgrade Card in Power Macintosh 8500 Series Computers 11 Installing a processor card 12 What to do with the used processor card 23 Installing a Processor Upgrade Card in Power Macintosh 9500 Series Computers 25 Installing a processor card 26 What to do with the used processor card 41 Swapping Processor Upgrade Cards 43 What to do with a used processor card 43 Technical Specifications 45 e Communications regulation information FCC declaration of conformity This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation See instructions if interference to radio or television reception is suspected Radio and television interference The equipment described in this manual generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy If it is not installed and used properly that is in strict accordance with Apple s instructions it may cause interference with radio and television reception This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device in accordance with the specifications in Part 15 of FCC rules These specifications are designed to provide reasonable p
9. able to use it to upgrade another Power Macintosh model Follow the steps on the next page to determine whether you can use the card in another computer 43 1 Look on both sides of the card for a sticker On the sticker is a seven digit assembly number beginning with 630 Heat sink shaded gray here Sticker XXXXXXX XXXXXXX woooax xxxx P30 XXXX This 630 number is the assembly number The Xs shown here represent the various numbers and letters that The sticker may be anywhere along these edges on the front appear on the sticker of the card or anywhere on the back of the card 2 inthe table on the next page find the speed of your card in the first column 3 Inthe second column find the assembly number that matches the number on your card 44 Appendix 4 Read across the table to see which models of Power Macintosh your card can be installed in Not all cards are compatible with all models Card speed Assembly 7500 7600 8500 9500 Workgroup number series series series server 8550 100 MHz 630 1219 yes yes yes no 120 MHz Ea 630 1733 E yes E yes yes no 630 1734 yes yes yes no 630 2054 yes yes yes no 630 1351 yes no yes no 630 1568 yes no yes no 132 MHz 630 1451 no no yes no 630 1735 no no yes no 630 1736 no no yes no 630 2059 yes yes yes yes 630 2060 no yes yes no 150 MHz 630 1737 no no yes no 630 2088 no yes yes no WARNING If you install the card in a Macintosh model with which
10. and pull the card out of the slot Pull the card straight up without rocking it from side to side Do not pull on the heat sink because you might damage the card or your computer Processor card slot CD A Heat sink Processor card Installing a Processor Upgrade Card in Power Macintosh 8500 Series Computers 17 10 Remove the new processor card from its static proof bag WARNING The processor card can be damaged by static electricity To avoid damaging the card hold it only by the edges do not touch the gold contacts or the heat sink While handling the card avoid actions that might create static For example do not walk or shuffle your feet on the carpet To avoid touching the gold contacts or the heat sink hold the card by its edges Heat sink shaded gray here 18 Chapter 2 11 Align the connector end of the card with the processor card slot 12 Insert the card into the guides and slide it into place Installing a Processor Upgrade Card in Power Macintosh 8500 Series Computers 19 20 Chapter 2 Press the card gently but firmly until the gold contacts are fully inserted Don t rock the card from side to side and don t press down on the heat sink or you may damage the card or your computer m You may fe
11. ard and auxiliary fan that may come with it A WA IMPORTANT If you install the processor card in a Power Macintosh 9500 series computer and the card comes with an auxiliary fan you should install the fan You do not need the fan for a Power Macintosh 7500 7600 or 8500 series computer If the processor card you are installing does not come with an auxiliary fan the fan is not required for that card Which chapter should I read Introduction If you are installing the processor card in a Power Macintosh 7500 or 7600 computer read Chapter 1 If you are installing the processor card in a Power Macintosh 8500 read Chapter 2 If you are installing the processor card in a Power Macintosh 9500 read Chapter 3
12. back panel TITI EZZLLLLLLA TTL TTT L mn TT PTET HI mnnn FIINA H 18 Tighten the screws on the back panel 19 Plug the power cord into the computer again You are now finished installing the card 20 Update your system software using the CD ROM disc that came with the card Follow the instructions for installing or reinstalling system software in the manual that came with your computer Start up your computer with the CD that came with your new card and follow the steps for a normal installation WARNING Never turn on your computer unless all of its internal and external parts are in place Operating the computer when it is open or missing parts can be dangerous and can damage your computer 22 Chapter 2 ee What to do with the used processor card Put the used card into an antistatic bag You may want to use the one that contained the new card you just installed It is possible that the processor card you removed can be used as an upgrade card for another Power Macintosh For information about the cards you can use in specific computers be sure to see the Appendix Swapping Processor Upgrade Cards Installing a Processor Upgrade Card in Power Macintosh 8500 Series Computers e 23 Chapter 2 ee 24 Installing a Processor Upgrade Card in Power Macintosh 9500 Series Computers The Power Macintosh Processor Upgrade Card gives your Macintosh 9
13. e card in the processor card slot in your computer This chapter explains how to remove the processor card currently inside your computer and replace it with the processor upgrade card Installing the processor card is technically challenging If you prefer you can ask an Apple authorized dealer or service provider to install it for a fee If you attempt to install the card yourself but experience difficulties it is recommended that you have an Apple authorized service provider complete the process Apple does not warranty damage caused by improper removal or installation of processor cards 12 Installing a processor card Chapter 2 1 To turn off the computer choose Shut Down from the Special menu For now leave the computer plugged in to ground it and protect its components from static electricity damage Loosen the four large screws at the corners of the back panel Do not completely remove the screws or the back panel Remove the cover from the computer 3 Slide the cover away from the back panel an inch or two Then raise the cover straight up and off the computer TO PET PEE LES COOL FEHI PET HII DT CT 13 Installing a Processor Upgrade Card in Power Macintosh 8500 Series Computers 4 Touch the metal part of the power supply case inside the computer to discharge static electricity Always do this before you touch any parts or install any c
14. e in the manual that came with your computer Start up your computer with the CD that came with your new card and follow the steps for a normal installation WARNING Never turn on your computer unless all of its internal and external parts are in place Operating the computer when it is open or missing parts can be dangerous and can damage your computer What to do with the used processor card Put the used card into an antistatic bag You may want to use the one that contained the new card you just installed It is possible that the processor card you removed can be used as an upgrade card for another Power Macintosh For information about the cards you can use in specific computers be sure to see the Appendix Swapping Processor Upgrade Cards Installing a Processor Upgrade Card in Power Macintosh 9500 Series Computers e 41 Appendix Swapping Processor Upgrade Cards This appendix provides important information about different processor upgrade cards and helps you know which ones can be installed in specific Macintosh computers you may have What to do with a used processor card If you removed a 120 megahertz MHz processor card from your Power Macintosh 7600 8500 or 9500 series computer you can use it to upgrade the processor in a Power Macintosh 7500 100 model Follow the instructions in Chapter 1 of this manual If you removed a 132 MHz or 150 MHz processor card from your Power Macintosh you may be
15. e shielded cables and connectors between system components It is important that you use Apple peripheral devices and shielded cables and connectors between system components to reduce the possibility of causing interference to radios television sets and other electronic devices You can obtain Apple peripheral devices and the proper shielded cables and connectors through an Apple authorized dealer For non Apple peripheral devices contact the manufacturer or dealer for assistance Responsible party Robert Steinfeld Apple Computer Inc 1 Infinite Loop Cupertino CA 95014 2084 408 974 2618 Communications Regulation Information Industry Canada statement This Class B device meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing equipment regulations Cet appareil num rique de la Class B respecte toutes les exigences du R glement sur le mat riel brouilleur du Canada VCCI Class 2 statement MeLIE2 SS EAEE BEM AIC DUT CORR SSA I CEE HI St OBER L R BY TE FS MANA Mi CEE CO ALR Die H 9 E L 72 NEPAL HER A SE FY BA RS VCCI HEURE LTB ET LOL MERE IVA LED a VRARE L TWERDA k SH MBOMALERACEMHV ET RURALE gt TIRL VY RV ELT RSW Communications Regulation Information e Introduction The manual contains all the information you need to install a Power Macintosh Processor Upgrade Card into your Power Macintosh 7500 7600 8500 or 9500 series computer vii viii This illustration shows the processor c
16. e the computer to discharge static electricity Always do this before you touch any parts or install any components inside the computer Power supply case 28 Chapter 3 Unplug the power cord from the back of the computer Because you discharged static electricity from your body in step 4 you can unplug the power cord and handle the processor cards Be sure to avoid actions that might create static such as shuffling your feet on the carpet Remove the power cord from the back of the computer Installing a Processor Upgrade Card in Power Macintosh 9500 Series Computers e 29 30 Chapter 3 6 Lower the auxiliary fan Squeeze the sides and pull it down a 24 CN se ETIR VDA To lower the auxiliary fan squeeze the sides to unlatch it 7 Unplug the auxiliary fan from the main logic board Connector Unplug the auxiliary fan from the main logic board Installing a Processor Upgrade Card in Power Macintosh 9500 Series Computers 31 8 Remove the auxiliary fan To unlatch the fan press
17. el the card going into the slot in two stages the first row of contacts slides in and then the second row Be sure that you push the card all the way into the slot a Dont force the card If you meet a lot of resistance pull the card out and try again a When the card is properly installed you can t see any of the gold contacts Lift the computer back to its upright position Replace the retainer Press and hold down the small button on the floor of the computer Then slide the retainer to the left engaging the two plastic loops on the floor of the computer When the retainer is in place the button pops up and secures it er ale L nu 1 Button Plastic loop SS p A esc Gi r m g ne Fan 16 Raise the retainer back into place Snap the retainer back into place Processor card O This guide on the retainer engages the processor card in the computer IMPORTANT If the retainer cannot close so that both sides are latched the processor card is not fully inserted Repeat the process starting at step 7 Installing a Processor Upgrade Card in Power Macintosh 8500 Series Computers ee 21 17 Replace the cover on the computer Lower the cover all the way down onto the case Push the cover back until it touches the
18. haded gray here Installing a Processor Upgrade Card in Power Macintosh 9500 Series Computers 35 36 Chapter 3 12 Align the connector end of the card with the processor card slot 13 Insert the card into the guides and slide it into place Card guide Card guide Processor card slot 14 15 16 Press the card gently but firmly until the gold contacts are fully inserted Don t rock the card from side to side and don t press down on the heat sink or you may damage the card or your computer You may feel the card going into the slot in two stages the first row of contacts slides in and then the second row Be sure that you push the card all the way into the slot Dont force the card If you meet a lot of resistance pull the card out and try again a When the card is properly installed you can t see any of the gold contacts Lift the computer back to its upright position Install the new auxiliary fan Press and hold down the small button on the floor of the computer Then slide the fan to the left engaging the two plastic loops on the floor of the computer When the fan is in place the button pops up and secures it Plastic loop Button Installing a Processor Upgrade Card in Power Macintosh 9500 Series
19. omponents inside the computer Power supply case 5 Unplug the power cord from the back of the computer Because you discharged static electricity from your body in step 4 you can unplug the power cord and handle the processor cards Be sure to avoid actions that might create static such as shuffling your feet on the carpet Remove the power cord from the back of the computer Z A i os 14 Chapter 2 Lower the retainer 6 a ad A Too To lower the retainer squeeze the sides to unlatch it For easy access to the processor card slot remove the retainer Press the small button on the floor of the computer near the left leg of the retainer Then slide the retainer to the right and remove it Installing a Processor Upgrade Card in Power Macintosh 8500 Series Computers 15 8 Gently lay the computer on its side on a clean stable surface This makes it easier to insert the new processor card correctly 16 Chapter 2 Remove the processor card that s in the computer now Grasp the edges of the card firmly
20. rotection against such interference in a residential installation However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation You can determine whether your computer system is causing interference by turning it off If the interference stops it was probably caused by the computer or one of the peripheral devices If your computer system does cause interference to radio or television reception try to correct the interference by using one or more of the following measures Turn the television or radio antenna until the interference stops a Move the computer to one side or the other of the television or radio Move the computer farther away from the television or radio Plug the computer into an outlet that is on a different circuit from the television or radio That is make certain the computer and the television or radio are on circuits controlled by different circuit breakers or fuses If necessary consult an Apple authorized service provider or Apple See the service and support information that came with your Apple product Or consult an experienced radio television technician for additional suggestions IMPORTANT Changes or modifications to this product not authorized by Apple Computer Inc could void the FCC Certification and negate your authority to operate the product This product was tested for FCC compliance under conditions that included the use of Apple peripheral devices and Appl
21. te static For example do not walk or shuffle your feet on the carpet To avoid touching the gold contacts or the heat sink hold the card by its edges Heat sink shaded gray here 9 Align the connectors on the card with the processor card slot Processor card Heat sink 10 Press the card gently but firmly until the gold contacts are fully inserted Don t rock the card from side to side and don t press down on the heat sink or you may damage the card or your computer a You may feel the card going into the slot in two stages the first row of contacts slides in and then the second row Be sure that you push the card all the way into the slot Dont force the card If you meet a lot of resistance pull the card out and try again m When the card is properly installed you cannot see any of the gold contacts Installing a Processor Upgrade Card in Power Macintosh 7500 or 7600 Series Computers 8 Chapter 1 11 Close the expansion card cover and snap it into place If the cover won t close make sure the processor card has been inserted all the way into the processor card slot front of computer Flip the expansion card cover closed and snap it into place Be sure to snap the cover back down on both ends 12 Replace the cover on the computer Set the top cover down so that there is about a two inch gap between the back of the top cover and the back of the chassis pe Slide the top cover all the
22. the computer Installing a Processor Upgrade Card in Power Macintosh 7500 or 7600 Series Computers e Touch the metal part of the power supply case inside the computer to discharge static electricity Always do this before you touch any parts or install any components inside the computer Power supply case Unplug the power cord from the back of the computer Because you discharged static electricity from your body in step 4 you can unplug the power cord and handle the processor cards Be sure to avoid actions that might create static such as shuffling your feet on the carpet Remove the power cord from the back of the computer back of computer 6 Flip the expansion card cover open front of computer Flip the expansion card cover open 7 Remove the processor card that s in the computer now Pull the card straight up without rocking it from side to side Do not pull on the heat sink because you might damage the card or your computer Heat sink Processor card Installing a Processor Upgrade Card in Power Macintosh 7500 or 7600 Series Computers 6 Chapter 1 8 Remove the new processor card from its static proof bag WARNING The processor card can be damaged by static electricity To avoid damaging the card hold it only by the edges do not touch the gold contacts or the heat sink While handling the card avoid actions that might crea
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