OWC AURA User manual

AURA SSD FOR MAC PRO
Installation Guide

Introduction ........................................................................... 1
1.1 System Requirements
1.2 Package Contents
1.3 About This Manual
Installation ............................................................................. 2
2.1 Preparing the Mac Pro
2.2 Installing the Aura SSD For Mac Pro
Support Resources ............................................................... 5
3.1 Troubleshooting
3.2 About Data Backup
3.3 Online Resources
3.4 Contacting Technical Support
CONTENTS
OWC Aura SSD for Mac Pro Table of Contents

OWC Aura SSD for Mac Pro Introduction
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1.2 Package Contents
1. OWC Aura SSD for Mac Pro
2. Power cable *
3. Torx T8 driver
4. Torx T8 security screws (2)
5. Washers (2)
6. Drive mount screw
* The color of the plastic sleeves and the wires they cover can vary in some cases.
See Section 2.2 for more details.
1.3 About This Manual
The images and descriptions may vary slightly between this manual and the unit shipped.
Functions and features may change depending on the rmware version. The latest product
details and warranty information can be found on the product web page. OWC’s Limited
Warranty is not transferable and subject to limitations.
1.1 System Requirements
• Apple Mac Pro 2013
Your computer is a static-sensitive device. It is
susceptible to invisible damage if not protected during
installation. For proper grounding, we recommend
using a grounding strap. Work in a clean, static-free
area, and avoid wearing clothing that retains static
charges. www.owcdigital.com/support/anti-static
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INTRODUCTION

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2.1 Preparing the Mac Pro
1. Turn o your Mac Pro and unplug all cables,
including the power cable. Make sure the lock
switch on the outer case is set to the unlocked
position (circled at left), then remove the outer
case by lifting it straight up. Set aside the outer
case and proceed to the next step.
2. Use the included driver to remove the Torx T8 screw from the end of the SSD, as shown
below. When the screw has been removed, lift the SSD out of the connector and set the
SSD aside. Notes: the screw that was removed in this step will not be used to mount the
Aura SSD; store original screw in a safe place. The Apple SSD can also be installed into
an OWC Envoy Pro enclosure.
INSTALLATION

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2.2 Installing the Aura SSD For Mac Pro
1. Attach the included power cable to the Aura SSD, as shown below. The white connector
on the end of the cable snaps into the white connector on the end of the SSD.
2. Install the SSD into the Mac Pro, as shown below. Insert the SSD at a shallow angle,
making sure that the power cable is out of the way.
3. Verify that the SSD is fully seated in the connector on the Mac Pro and that the screw
hole in the SSD lines up with the screw hole in the Mac Pro. Then, use the included driver
and drive mount screw to secure the SSD.
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4. Using the included driver, remove the two Torx T8 security screws from the upper
right-hand side of the Mac Pro (circled below). NOTE: The screws included with this kit
are intended only for use with the Aura SSD. If you uninstall the Aura, you must use the
original Apple screws to reinstall Apple’s SSD; please store them in a safe place.
5. First, thread the two included washers onto the two included Torx T8 screws. Next, align
the rings on the power cables with the two screw holes, then secure each cable to the
power terminals as shown below. Make sure the screws are tightened enough that the
power cables cannot rotate in place or move. IMPORTANT: the wire with the black
sleeve should always connect to the lower power terminal.
6. Properly installed, the Aura SSD for Mac Pro and power cable will look like the picture
below (left). Replace the outer case of the Mac Pro as shown (below right). When the
outer case is seated fully, slide the lock switch back to its original locked position.

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3.1 Troubleshooting
If the OWC Aura SSD for Mac Pro is not available as a location to install OS X, make sure
that it has been formatted properly. If the SSD is not shown in the Disk Utility, shut down
the Mac Pro, unplug it from power and from all peripherals, and work backwards through
the steps in Section 2.2 to make sure that all components are properly installed. In many
cases problems can be resolved by re-seating the drive and reconnecting the cables.
For more information on formatting visit: www.owcdigital.com/format
If problems persist, consult Section 3.4 to contact technical support.
3.2 About Data Backup
To ensure that your les are protected and to prevent data loss, we strongly suggest that
you keep two copies of your data: one copy on your Aura SSD for Mac Pro and a second
copy on either your internal drive or another storage medium, such as an optical backup,
or on another external storage unit. Any data loss or corruption while using the Aura SSD
for Mac Pro is the sole responsibility of the user, and under no circumstances may OWC,
its parent, partners, aliates, ocers, employees, or agents be held liable for loss of the
use of data including compensation of any kind or recovery of the data.
3.3 Online Resources
To access our online knowledge base, which has answers to commonly asked questions
relating to a range of products, please visit: www.owcdigital.com/support/faq
For Boot Camp support, visit: www.owcdigital.com/support/software-drivers
3.4 Contacting Technical Support
Phone: M–F, 8am–5pm CST
[phone] (N. America) | [phone] (Int’l)
Chat: M–F, 8am–8pm CST
www.owcdigital.com/support
Email: Answered within 48 hours
www.owcdigital.com/support
SUPPORT RESOURCES

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OWC’s Limited Warranty is not transferable and subject to limitations.
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Changes:
The material in this document is for information only and subject to change without notice. While reasonable eorts have
been made in the preparation of this document to assure its accuracy, OWC, its parent, partners, aliates, ocers,
employees, and agents assume no liability resulting from errors or omissions in this document, or from the use of the
information contained herein. OWC reserves the right to make changes or revisions in the product design or the product
manual without reservation and without obligation to notify any person of such revisions and changes.
FCC Statement:
Warning! Modications not authorized by the manufacturer may void the user’s authority to operate this device.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part
15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the
equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference with radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the
user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference with
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment o and on, the user is encouraged to try
to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit dierent from that to which the receiver is connected.
Health And Safety Precautions:
• Read this user guide carefully and follow the correct procedures when setting up the device.
• Use proper anti-static precautions while performing the installation of your SSD into the computer. Failure to do so can
cause damage to your SSD and/or the computer.
• Do not attempt to disassemble or modify the device. To avoid any risk of electrical shock, re, short-circuiting or
dangerous emissions, never insert any metallic object into the device. If it appears to be malfunctioning, contact OWC
technical support.
• Never expose your device to rain, or use it near water or in damp or wet conditions. Doing so increases the risk of
electrical shock, short-circuiting, re or personal injury.
General Use Precautions:
• To avoid damage, do not expose the device to temperatures outside the range of 5° C to 40° C (41° F to 104° F).
• Always unplug the computer from the electrical outlet if there is a risk of lightning or if it will be unused for an extended
period of time. Otherwise, there is an increased risk of electrical shock, short-circuiting or re.
• Protect your device from excessive exposure to dust during use or storage. Dust can build up inside the device,
increasing the risk of damage or malfunction.
• Do not block any ventilation openings on your computer. These help to keep the device cool during operation. Blocking
the ventilation openings may cause damage to the device and cause an increased risk of short-circuiting or re.
• For up-to-date product and warranty information, please visit the product web page.
Please check the product web page for the most current product and warranty information.
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