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New Mac Pro or hunt an used 2009- ?

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Hi guys - I have a 2009 Mac Pro that has been working great with DP 8. I have an antiquated office Mac that needs replacing so it brings up the do I buy a new Mac Pro for the main studio computer and move the 2009 to office ? Or should I just hunt another used 2009-10 for office .

How long before the 2009 Mac is outdated? What are the advantages to getting a brand new Mac Pro? I'm sure it will improve my DP experience somehow ....worried how many peripheral things the new Mac will require . I have a Radeon vid card in the 2009 that makes everything run smooth on cinema displays etc... :D

Thanks in advance!
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Re: New Mac Pro or hunt an used 2009- ?

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It depends. There are many threads on this subject – the pros, cons, upgrade options...
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Love my 2013 nMP. Just sayin'
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Do my (2) 23" HD Cinema Displays need an adapter to work with the trash can Mac Pro? My Radeon Vid card has made DP look so much better - what am I looking at with MP upgrade? Thanks
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FW needs an adapter. HDMI out only so DVI needs adapters.

This should be enough.

http://eshop.macsales.com/item/OWC/TB2DOCK12POB/
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HDMI to DVI-D adapters are inexpensive. I prefer a cable to a compact adapter -- should be more robust -- those can be had for $7 up.
http://www.amazon.com/Generic-GC2080-Ad ... B000FUVNX8

You can also run video out of the TB ports using MiniDisplay Port to DVI adapters.
http://www.amazon.com/s/?ie=UTF8&keywor ... 10g4rsuu_b

That dock will certainly handle multiple conversions in one box.
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In looking for a great used 2009 MacPro, this webpage in invaluable in helping you make a decision:

http://pindelski.org/Photography/2013/0 ... part-xiii/

I've got one of these (based on the help from people here at MotuNation!) and am extremely pleased:

http://www.everymac.com/systems/apple/m ... specs.html
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Also, check out what they've got here:

http://www.usedmac.com/

Sometimes they've got some good deals.

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the new Mac pro that's $2999 - only 12GB RAM , not upgradeable .....anyone care to deliberate on that? Is that enough ? My DP 8 seems about at the limit with my 2009 Mac Pro / 16GB RAM

thanks
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tommypenngotti wrote:the new Mac pro that's $2999 - only 12GB RAM , not upgradeable .....anyone care to deliberate on that? Is that enough ? My DP 8 seems about at the limit with my 2009 Mac Pro / 16GB RAM

thanks
Drop in a hex Xeon X5680 or 90 and double your horsepower for $135 (current Ebay price), get some SSDs going, and be happy.

Both tasks incredibly simple. Read these threads:

http://www.motunation.com/forum/viewtop ... =4&t=60342

http://www.motunation.com/forum/viewtop ... =4&t=58848


Note the single CPU 4,1 presents none of the de-lidding issues the dual CPU 2009s do. You do have to update the firmware to 5,1 before dropping in the hex CPU, but like the upgrade itself, it is pretty much a no-brainer. Even I could do it. :lol:
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thanks for the info - am I crazy , you spend $2999-$3999 on new MP and you have to open it up and replace stuff :) :?: Seems like a hassle for spending top dollar on new waste can. Thanks!
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tommypenngotti wrote:thanks for the info - am I crazy , you spend $2999-$3999 on new MP and you have to open it up and replace stuff :) :?: Seems like a hassle for spending top dollar on new waste can. Thanks!
It depends...

You go from SATA II to PCIe and Thunderbolt speeds, increased graphics capability, lower heat... there are many arguments to be made in favor of the new Mac Pro.

You may find that a souped up 2009 is just the ticket, however.
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yeah , I suppose I'm under the Apple spell . Whatever the latest MP is , it's gotta be awesome .... :lol:
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tommypenngotti wrote:thanks for the info - am I crazy , you spend $2999-$3999 on new MP and you have to open it up and replace stuff :) :?: Seems like a hassle for spending top dollar on new waste can. Thanks!
You do understand I was talking about upgrading your current 4,1 Mac Pro…?
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