MP 1,1-5,1 Mac Pro 2010 to 2012 Logic Board Replace

[zozomester]

I was able to buy a 2012 Mac Pro for very cheap (250Euro). Is It Worth Replacing The Motherboard For My 2010 Dual Processor? Just because the body of my previous machine (Mac Pro 2010) is scratch-free, in a new condition.
How do I replace the small sticker with the serial number?
Thank.

 

[crjackson2134]

I was able to buy a 2012 Mac Pro for very cheap (250Euro). Is It Worth Replacing The Motherboard For My 2010 Dual Processor? Just because the body of my previous machine (Mac Pro 2010) is scratch-free, in a new condition.
How do I replace the small sticker with the serial number?
Thank.

I'm unclear as to why you would want to put in a new logic board if your's if functioning well. There really is no meaningful difference between the 2010 vs 2012 logic boards. They are functionally the same.

If your 2010 is not having issues, I'd leave it alone (If it isn't broke, don't fix it).

Is the newly purchased machine functional as it? Did you buy this for parts, or just a second machine?

 

[zozomester]

"crjackson2134, post: 27637223, member: 797865"]I'm unclear as to why you would want to put in a new logic board if your's if functioning well. There really is no meaningful difference between the 2010 vs 2012 logic boards. They are functionally the same.

If your 2010 is not having issues, I'd leave it alone (If it isn't broke, don't fix it).

Is the newly purchased machine functional as it? Did you buy this for parts, or just a second machine?
Works perfectly well.
I thought it would be worth more if the 2012 machine ...

 

[crjackson2134]

Okay, so it sounds like both machines function well, and you bought it either for having a second machine, or to cannibalize it. You won’t be increasing the value by swapping the 2 good logic boards around from 2 good machines. If you like the 2012 machine better, then just pull your drives and GPU from the old machine, put them in the new machine, and call it a day.

Conversely, if I have missed the point of your question, then wait for further replies.

 

[zozomester]

Okay, so it sounds like both machines function well, and you bought it either for having a second machine, or to cannibalize it. You won’t be increasing the value by swapping the 2 good logic boards around from 2 good machines. If you like the 2012 machine better, then jus pull your drives and GPU from the old machine, put them in the new machine, and call it a day.

Conversely, if I have missed the point of your question, then wait for further replies.

Both machines are working properly. 2012 looks better in system info .... Unfortunately, I don't know how to replace the Serial number sticker without damage.

 

[tsialex]

I was able to buy a 2012 Mac Pro for very cheap (250Euro). Is It Worth Replacing The Motherboard For My 2010 Dual Processor? Just because the body of my previous machine (Mac Pro 2010) is scratch-free, in a new condition.
How do I replace the small sticker with the serial number?
Thank.

It's practically impossible to remove the ESN label from one MP to another, you have to remove hundreds of little torx screws around all the case and you have fully disassemble both cases, just forget that.

 

[zozomester]

It's practically impossible to remove the ESN label from one MP to another, you have to remove hundreds of little torx screws around all the case and you have fully disassemble both cases, just forget that.

That's what I thought

 

[zozomester]

Well, I might not replace the motherboard because it wouldn't be elegant ....

 

[w1z]

Both machines are working properly. 2012 looks better in system info .... Unfortunately, I don't know how to replace the Serial number sticker without damage.

It's super easy as I did a full case replacement and the sticker came off nicely after using a hair dryer to warm up the sticker's glue.

Using a hair dryer, warm up the sticker and make sure to first remove the sticker from your scratch free case as gently as possible without touching the sticky side of the sticker, place it on a clean surface then remove the sticker from the new machine and stick it on the old case making sure to press firmly on it while using the hair dryer on it to reactivate the glue for like a minute. Then continue on pressing firmly for another minute or so and your done.

The only thing you need to watch out for is dirt sticking to the stickers so make sure your hands are washed / clean and your working area is clean. A safe way is to use tweezers to avoid any contamination to the glue.

Good luck!

 

[tsialex]

It's super easy as I did a full case replacement and the sticker comes off nicely after using a hair dryer to warm up the sticker's glue.

Using a hair dryer, warm up the sticker and make sure to first remove the sticker from your scratch free case as gently as possible without touching the sticky side of the sticker, place it on a clean surface then remove the sticker from the new machine and stick it on the old case making sure to press firmly on it while using the hair dryer on it to reactivate the glue for like a minute. Then continue on pressing firmly for another minute or so and your done.

The only thing you need to watch out for is dirt sticking to the stickers so make sure your hands are washed / clean and your working area is clean. A safe way is to use tweezers to avoid any contamination to the glue.

Good luck!

I never had lucky warming up the sticker with 2008 cases, both times the sticker become wavy and clearly showing that was removed. Good to know that you got it done without exchanging the hole assembly.

 

[w1z]

I never had lucky warming up the sticker with 2008 cases, both times the sticker become wavy and clearly showing that was removed. Good to know that you got it done without exchanging the hole assembly.

If it ended up being wavy then that's because too much heat was applied to it. I tried doing it the first time with a converted 2007 case to 2008 machine and the sticker became wavy on the edge that was heated too much but I fixed it with a tiny dab of super glue using a toothpick.

With the 2010 sticker - it was so much easier to work with as I felt it had a bit more thickness than the 2007-2008 stickers.

 

[tsialex]

If it ended up being wavy then that's because too much heat was applied to it. I tried doing it the first time with a converted 2007 case to 2008 machine and the sticker became wavy on the edge that was heated too much but I fixed it with a tiny dab of super glue using a toothpick.

With the 2010 sticker - it was so much easier to work with as I felt it had a bit more thickness than the 2007-2008 stickers.

Nice to know, thx, next time I'll probably start pre-heating with an IR lamp for some time before anything.

 

[zozomester]

It's super easy as I did a full case replacement and the sticker came off nicely after using a hair dryer to warm up the sticker's glue.

Using a hair dryer, warm up the sticker and make sure to first remove the sticker from your scratch free case as gently as possible without touching the sticky side of the sticker, place it on a clean surface then remove the sticker from the new machine and stick it on the old case making sure to press firmly on it while using the hair dryer on it to reactivate the glue for like a minute. Then continue on pressing firmly for another minute or so and your done.

The only thing you need to watch out for is dirt sticking to the stickers so make sure your hands are washed / clean and your working area is clean. A safe way is to use tweezers to avoid any contamination to the glue.

Good luck!

Thanks! I'll sleep on it...
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If it ended up being wavy then that's because too much heat was applied to it. I tried doing it the first time with a converted 2007 case to 2008 machine and the sticker became wavy on the edge that was heated too much but I fixed it with a tiny dab of super glue using a toothpick.

With the 2010 sticker - it was so much easier to work with as I felt it had a bit more thickness than the 2007-2008 stickers.

Do I have to clean my place after I removed the sticker?
What do I need to start collecting? Toothpicks?
Thank!

 

[w1z]

Thanks! I'll sleep on it...
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Do I have to clean my place after I removed the sticker?
What do I need to start collecting? Toothpicks?
Thank!

No, you shouldn't wipe clean the glue where the label goes, only the area around the stickers/labels so no dust comes on the sticker/label area. Use a dry cloth. You'll also need a clean tweezer and clean surface to place the old label on while you transfer the label from the 2012 machine to the 2010 case.

The most important part of this process is the removal of the labels so take your time and warm it up nicely but don't over heat it (keeping the hair dryer approx. 20 cms away and use low mode/air flow). You will know when the label is ready for removal by using a tweezer to gently peel it off, right to left, from the middle area between the 2 corners of the label's right side. If you feel resistance, then the label needs more warming up.

You can also have some super glue and a toothpick as backup in case you don't apply the label correctly or end up contaminating the glue. If this happens, dab the toothpick in a bit of superglue (as little as possible) and apply it to any loose area under the label.

 

[zozomester]

No, you shouldn't wipe clean the glue where the label goes, only the area around the stickers/labels so no dust comes on the sticker/label area. Use a dry cloth. You'll also need a clean tweezer and clean surface to place the old label on while you transfer the label from the 2012 machine to the 2010 case.

The most important part of this process is the removal of the labels so take your time and warm it up nicely but don't over heat it (keeping the hair dryer approx. 20 cms away and use low mode/air flow). You will know when the label is ready for removal by using a tweezer to gently peel it off, right to left, from the middle area between the 2 corners of the label's right side. If you feel resistance, then the label needs more warming up.

You can also have some super glue and a toothpick as backup in case you don't apply the label correctly or end up contaminating the glue. If this happens, dab the toothpick in a bit of superglue (as little as possible) and apply it to any loose area under the label.

Ok, thank!

 

[MIKX]

Australian Eucalyptus Oil will emulsify most adhesives.

But in some cases it will also remove printer ink too. . . . .

 

[zozomester]

But I didn't try. Too risky. I wouldn't gain anything with it....