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Apple Silicon Mac Pro FAQ (2023; M2 Ultra)
Published July 31, 2023
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EveryMac.com's Apple Silicon Mac Pro Q&A answers questions about the tower Mac Pro models first introduced in 2023. This Mac Pro line looks essentially identical to earlier Mac Pro models, but can be uniquely spotted by the A2786 (Tower) and A2787 (Rack) model numbers.
Questions range from "What are all the differences between the Mac Pro 'M2 Ultra' (2023) models and the Mac Pro (2019) models replaced?" to "What type of internal storage does the Apple Silicon Mac Pro use? Is it possible to upgrade it? Is it possible to add more internal storage?" and everything in between.
Please note the Apple Silicon Mac Pro models are current. This Q&A covers all Apple Silicon Mac Pro models in detail.
Earlier silver aluminum tower Macs that look essentially identical to these systems also are Mac Pro models, but use a completely different internal architecture based on Intel processors. They can be uniquely identified by the A1991 and A2304 model numbers. EveryMac.com covers these earlier models in the Tower Mac Pro (2019, Intel) Q&A.
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Most Frequently Asked Apple Silicon Mac Pro Q&As:
What are all the differences between the Mac Pro "M2 Ultra" (2023) models? Which is best for me?
What type of internal storage does the Apple Silicon Mac Pro use? Is it possible to upgrade it? Is it possible to add more internal storage?
What are all the differences between the Mac Pro "M2 Ultra" (2023) models and the Mac Pro (2019) models replaced?
How fast are the Mac Pro "M2 Ultra" (2023) models compared to the Mac Studio and the previous Mac Pro models?
Does the Apple Silicon Mac Pro provide PCIe slots? What type of upgrades are supported?
What are the main differences between the Mac Pro and Mac Studio? Which makes the most sense for my needs?
What type of RAM does the Apple Silicon Mac Pro use? Can it be upgraded?
What are the "pros and cons" of the Apple Silicon Mac Pro? Is it for me?
What version of macOS is pre-installed on the Apple Silicon Mac Pro?
Does the Apple Silicon Mac Pro support third-party video cards? Does it support eGPUs?
Software Compatibility Q&As:
What version of macOS is pre-installed on the Apple Silicon Mac Pro?
How do you transfer data from an older Mac to an Apple Silicon Mac Pro?
How do you restore the operating system on the Apple Silicon Mac Pro?
Can the Apple Silicon Mac Pro run older macOS apps?
Can the Apple Silicon Mac Pro run Windows?
Comparison & Performance Q&As:
What are all the differences between the Mac Pro "M2 Ultra" (2023) models? Which is best for me?
What are the main differences between the Mac Pro and Mac Studio? Which makes the most sense for my needs?
What are all the differences between the Mac Pro "M2 Ultra" (2023) models and the Mac Pro (2019) models replaced?
How fast are the Mac Pro "M2 Ultra" (2023) models compared to the Mac Studio and the previous Mac Pro models?
What are the "pros and cons" of the Apple Silicon Mac Pro? Is it for me?
Upgrades, Expansion & Connectivity Q&As:
What custom processor options are available for the Apple Silicon Mac Pro? Is it possible to upgrade the processor after purchase?
What type of RAM does the Apple Silicon Mac Pro use? Can it be upgraded?
What type of internal storage does the Apple Silicon Mac Pro use? Is it possible to upgrade it? Is it possible to add more internal storage?
What are the default graphics options for the Apple Silicon Mac Pro? Are graphics upgrades available?
What is the maximum resolution supported by the default configuration of the Apple Silicon Mac Pro? How many displays can it support?
Does the Apple Silicon Mac Pro support third-party video cards? Does it support eGPUs?
Does the Apple Silicon Mac Pro provide PCIe slots? What type of upgrades are supported?
Design, Configuration, & Purchasing Q&As:
Who designed the Apple Silicon Mac Pro?
Where can I buy an Apple Silicon Mac Pro?
Where can I sell an Apple Silicon Mac Pro?
What are the custom configuration options for the Apple Silicon Mac Pro models?
What are the "pros and cons" of the Apple Silicon Mac Pro? Is it for me?
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