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New Use for Old Macs - Plex!

For long time Mac users, iTunes became the default media server for all your movies, television shows, music, home videos, and the like. It worked decently enough, but the user really had to take the time to manage file information, metadata, album or movie artwork, and much more.

Plex

A much better solution has gained widespread adoption over the last few years, and that is Plex. Plex does what iTunes does, serving up your content over your network, but it does so much more, and it does it so much better.

Old Mac

Do you have an older Mac sitting around with nothing to do? You have to really watch those old Macs, they get lazy if you don’t tell them what to do! Why not repurpose that Mac to be a Plex media server?

OS X Minimum Requirements

The biggest software requirement for an older Mac to become a Plex media server is that it has to run Mac OS 10.8 or later, otherwise known as Mountain Lion.

If Older Than Mountain Lion, Try Linux

If you have an older Mac that does not run Mac OS 10.8, you could install Linux on the machine and run a Plex media server that way. Ubuntu 10.04 can be run on many older Macs, and will make a fine server. And you know you always wanted to play around with Linux a little, right? Here is your chance!

Meta Heaven

A Plex media server does something really cool that we only wish Apple’s iTunes did: it takes care of all the meta data for you. It will scour the internet to provide movie descriptions, album artwork, keep television series tagged correctly for season and episodes, provide album data for your music, and much more.

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Storage

Running a large media library via a Plex server is no problem. Simply connect a large external hard drive, or even a RAID, to your Mac, configure Plex to look on that drive, and your all set. Even cooler? Any time you add something new, Plex will update your library automatically at a set interval. (I have mine set to once an hour).

While we all love Apple and Apple products, we also live in a world with numerous other technologies. Smart TVs, Android, Windows, Playstation 3 and 4, the Xbox, Amazon Fire TV, and ROKU (just to name a few). And everything listed above is compatible with running the Plex client software, which is what you will use to enjoy all your content!

Apple TV

The new Apple TV (forth generation) has a Plex client you can download, so if you are an only-Apple technology household, you can still take advantage of the better Plex media server. (One caveat: iTunes purchased content cannot be played via Plex).

Free!

You can download Plex for free. Requirements for a Plex media server can be found here.

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Apple's Mac Pro 5,1 series is an excellent machine to upgrade. By upgrading the original server with an Intel Hex Core CPU of 3.2GHz or 3.33GHz, our benchmark tests show a 70% increase in CPU power for the multi-core version. And don't forget, all of our upgraded Macs come with a 30 day money-back guarantee.

2013 Mac Pro - Internal Storage

The 2013 Mac Pro will come standard with a Solid State Drive (SSD) connected via a PCIe port for faster data transfer rates as compared to standard SATA III. This is definitely one of the faster options that will be available on the market. The downside is the internal SSDs are of limited size. The base option is 256GB, configurable to 512GB or 1TB upon purchase. There is only one drive slot as well, so again, internal drive bay expansion is limited. This was a definite design decision on the part of Apple, however. They are pushing Thunderbolt peripherals very aggressively with this machine, the idea being you would just use Thunderbolt connected media for external bulk storage. The drive slot is user-accessible, so the drive can be upgraded or replaced after purchase.

There are no standard hard drives offered with the 2013 Mac Pro. The new Mac Pro will only use PCIe Flash Based Storage internally. It is fast, potentially up to 2.5 times faster than SATA based SSDs, and up to 10 times faster than a 7200 RPM SATA hard drive, but with only one slot, it is not particularly expandable. Upgrading to the relatively modest maximum 1TB of internal storage upon purchase will most likely be fairly expensive, though the drive slot being user-accessible makes it a possibility to wait and upgrade at a later date when PCIe SSD drives start to become more inexpensive.

Mac Pro Internal Storage Specs:

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The new Mac Pro does not come with an optical drive internally. This should not present many problems with program installation as so many programs now are simply downloaded via the Mac App Store or other means online and no longer require installation disks. Unfortunately, for users who need to burn DVDs or CDs, they will need to use an external SuperDrive, connected via one of the many ports the 2013 Mac Pro offers on the back of the machine.

Continue reading to learn more about the 2013 Mac Pro Processor

2013 Mac Pro - Introduction

Apple announced the new revision for its 2013 Mac Pro line at the company's WWDC and provided more details at their keynote in October. Coming in December, the new Mac Pro boasts an all-new, substantially revamped design. Apple Mac Pro Memory, for example, will use a four channel memory controller at speeds of 1866MHz. Let's take a look at the new machine and compare it to its recent predecessors. Each individual user will have different needs for their machines, so we'll cover all the different components and let you be the judge as to how the 2013 Mac Pro will stack up for you.

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Pros and Cons

From the get go, the new machine looks radically different then previous modules of the Mac Pro (which shared a body design with the original G5 towers); the cylindrical design is a definite departure from previous models. At first glance, your initial question might be, “Where do I put my stuff?” With no obviously accessible panels or optical bays, it is a fair question to ask. So before we get into the core “pros and cons,' it is important to state from the onset that Apple intends for you to do most of your expansion externally through the Thunderbolt 2 ports on the back of the machine.
With that said, let's move on to the core components.

Aesthetic Footprint

Easily the most obvious change to the 2013 Mac Pro is its design. The overall footprint and weight of the machine has been noticeably decreased. The new design is much sleeker then its previous incarnation and a definite departure from standard PC builds. While this is definitely a plus to some users, there are downsides. With the smaller design, there is less room for internal upgrades. Compared to earlier Mac Pro models, there really is not much you can upgrade internally after purchase. This can be further exacerbated depending upon the peripherals you use. If you have already made the shift to Thunderbolt or USB 3.0, then this should be a minor concern; however, if you have been using mainly internal expansions (slots and drive bays), this can present numerous issues such as eSata compatibility, MIDI plug-ins, etc. Also, the sorts of peripherals available at release are still highly speculative, as Thunderbolt is still relatively new technology.

Dimension Specs:

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2013 Mac Pro - Processor

The 2013 Mac Pro will be sporting the newest Intel Xeon E5 processor. Apple offers two base configurations, a quad-core and six-core, but the Mac Pro is configurable up to 12 cores upon purchase. The hyper-threading advances made in the chipset will allow users up to 24 virtual cores. There are not really a lot of downsides here; developers may potentially have a hard time coming up with applications to fully utilize the large amounts of horsepower this processor can put out.

Processor Specs:

Continue reading to learn more about the 2013 Mac Pro Memory.

2013 Mac Pro - Memory

The RAM for Mac Pro in the 2013 Mac Pro will use a 4 channel memory controller at 1866MHz DDR3 ECC RAM. The maximum capacity for memory in the machine at this point is 64GB, utilizing four 16GB sticks of RAM. The four slots offer 60 GB/s bandwidth - approximately double the bandwidth for the current aluminum models of Mac Pros! While the RAM is user upgradeable, the system has taken a step back on the number of slots. There are no models that offer more than four memory slots.

Mac Pro Memory Specs:

Continue reading to learn more about the 2013 Mac Pro Graphics and Display specifications

2013 Mac Pro - Graphics and Display

The 2013 Mac Pro will offer dual AMD FirePro GPUs. These graphics processors are powerful and blazing fast. The base 4-core 2013 Mac Pro model will offer dual D300 graphics processors with 2GB of GDDR5 VRAM each, while the 6-core offers the D500 with 3GB of GDDR5 VRAM each. Each model can be configured higher, up to dual D700 graphics processors offering 6GB of GDDR5 VRAM with 3.5 teraflops performance. The graphics processors, combined the the Intel Xeon E5 processor, makes a combination so powerful, users will be able to run three “4K” ultra-high resolution streams simultaneously.

Due to the construction of the machine, the graphics processors are configurable only during purchase due to proprietary engineered components. The lack of expansion ability at a later date may be a downside to users who would prefer to upgrade and change out the video card at a later date, but the sheer power and performance of the graphics processor may deliver results for many years to come without the need to upgrade.

Graphics & Display Specs:

Continue reading to learn more about the 2013 Mac Pro Expansion and Connection options.

2013 Mac Pro - Expansion and Connections

When it comes to upgrade-ability, the 2013 Mac Pro has multiple external expansion ports. At release, it will ship with four USB 3.0 Ports, six Thunderbolt 2 ports, two Ethernet ports, and one HDMI port. The memory modules for the machine are user upgradeable, so some modifications are possible. Sadly, that is about the extent of the internal upgrade-ability, which falls short when compared to some of its predecessors. The limit of one SSD internally or not being able to add additional GPUs is a significant down side for some users. The new Mac Pro is essentially trading forward thinking design and the latest technology versus the ability to customize and upgrade your machine after purchase.

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By and large, the 2013 Mac Pro offers a complete re-think on PC desktop design. Depending upon your use and the tasks you envision using your machine for, it could be an excellent option. Our biggest concerns with the new Mac Pro are the lack of user upgradeable components (a hallmark of its predecessors,) and the complete dependence on external media could represent hidden additional costs for the machine. Also, users who hoped for a Mac Pro that could be used as a server may be disappointed due to the lack of internal swapping available. However, the underlying technology looks very good. The processor architecture is solid, and the GPU will be readily supported by professional developers (easier updates for drivers.) So all in all, the new Mac Pro is a fair upgrade to a storied line of machines.

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Want to enhance the performance of your Mac Pro with an SSD? This adapter is exactly what you need. Adapting your 2.5 inch hard drive is fast and easy with the clean, anti-vibration design of this unit. The converter conforms to the exact specifications of a 3.5 inch hard drive for a guaranteed fit and the case is ventilated for long drive life.

Mac Pro PCI Express Card - Single SSD

Our PCI Express card is compatible with Apple's Mac Pro 2006-2012 towers. You can mount two 2.5' Mac compatible Sata III Solid State Drives onto this adapter card. By taking advantage of your Mac Pro's quicker PCI Express bus, you can substantially increase the access time over your conventional SATA II drive bays. The drive bays in a Mac Pro are limited to 275/255 Mbps read/write speeds. This adapter/drive combination is capable of 450/350 Mbps read/write speeds, depending upon the speed of your SSD. This drive adapter is bootable, making for the quickest possible system performance.

Mac Pro Ultra PCI Express Card 550Mbps - Dual SATA3 SSDs

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This PCI Ultra Express card is compatible with Apple's Mac Pro 2008-2012 servers. You can mount a pair of 2.5-Inch Mac compatible SATA III SSDs onto this adapter card. By taking advantage of your Mac Pro's quicker PCI Express bus, you can substantially increase the access time over your conventional SATA II drive bays. The drive bays in a Mac Pro are limited to 275/255 Mbps read/write speeds. This adapter/drive combination is capable of 550 Mbps read/write speeds, depending upon the speed of your SSD.

Mac Pro PCI Express Card with 500GB SSD

Our PCI Express card/SSD Combo is compatible with Apple's Mac Pro 2006-2012 towers. For this kit, we mount one of our blazing fast 550 Mbps 1TB 2.5-inch Solid State Drives is mounted onto our PCIE adapter card. By taking advantage of your Mac Pro's quicker PCI Express bus, you can substantially increase the access time over your conventional SATA II drive bays. The drive bays in a Mac Pro are limited to 275/255 Mbps read/write speeds. This adapter/drive combination is capable of 450/350 Mbps read/write speeds!

General

The Mac Pro (Late 2013) has four memory slots that you can upgrade with up to 64GB of memory using 1866 MHz DDR3 ECC compliant memory DIMMs. To ensure compatibility, Apple recommends that you use Apple-approved memory. You can purchase Apple-approved memory online from the Apple Store or by visiting an Apple Retail store or Apple Authorised Reseller.

Requirements

When you upgrade the memory in your Mac Pro (Late 2013) it must meet these requirements.

• 1866 MHz DDR3 full length DIMM. Mixing memory speeds is not recommended.
• Error-correcting code (ECC).
  
• 4GB, 8GB or 16 GB DIMMs.
• Unbuffered (UDIMM) or Registered (RDIMM). Do not mix UDIMMs and RDIMMs.
  
• 240 pin DIMM.
• 1.5 or 1.35 volts.
  
• Use the same size memory modules across all slots to maximise performance.
• DIMMs with heatsinks are not supported and may damage the DIMM mechanism.

Important: All DIMMs must be 1866MHz DDR3 ECC compliant. The Mac Pro supports both unbuffered UDIMMs and registered RDIMMs, but it is important not to mix these two types of memory. Mixing UDIMMs and RDIMMs will result in a memory error tone when you turn on your computer.

Recommended configurations

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Refer to Mac Pro (Late 2013): Installing or replacing memory for step by step memory installation instructions.