The fastest processor (5160) operates at 3.0 GHz. Most models have a 1333 MT/s FSB, except for the 51, which have a 1066 MT/s FSB. Intel claims that it provides an 80% boost in performance, while reducing power consumption by 20% relative to the Pentium D. It is a server and workstation version of the Intel Core 2 processor.
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On 26 June 2006, Intel released the dual-core CPU (Xeon branded 5100 series) codenamed Woodcrest (product code 80556) it was the first Intel Core microarchitecture processor to be launched on the market. List: List of Intel Xeon microprocessors#"Woodcrest" (65 nm) all the compatible quad core Xeons are still pretty expensive, although you can find deals if you look diligently) way to extend the useful life of your Mac Pro 1.1 (especially if you have a quad 2.0 GHz).
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If anyone is contemplating such a thing, I would say just do your home work to know what CPUs are compatible and make sure you have some confidence in working around the inside of a PC and it can be a great inexpensive (relatively speaking. No tangle of cables and the clutter typically found in a PC. I used to do this sort of thing all the time in my PC days but I have to say doing it with a Mac Pro is such a pleasure comparatively speaking because the Mac Pro is so beautifully designed and engineered. Total time from disassembly to up and running again was probably 1.5 to 2 hours (with a couple of breaks). It was a great little project and wasn't hard at all if you take your time. Upgrading CPUs of a Mac Pro to Quad Core Xeons Also for text and picture based instructions you can go to: It really doesn't matter that I couldn't understand what they were saying as the visuals were great in explaining the process. I found a German instructional video, YouTube - Prozessortausch beim Mac Pro online:ĮRROR: If you can see this, then YouTube is down or you don't have Flash installed. I got the matched set of Xeon 5160s (dual 3.0 GHz) CPU for a really great price on eBay.
I just finished upgrading my Mac Pro quad 2.66 GHz gen 1.1 to a Mac Pro quad 3.0 GHz gen 1.1. Has anyone else here other than my self and Dadi_oh taken on the challenge of a DIY upgrade of the CPUs of their Mac Pro 1.1?