Peter Zigich has come up with an interesting modular concept for Apple’s MacPro system, allowing users to modify, upgrade, and customize systems to their exact requirements and budgets.
The MacPro modular system consists of system components that lock together like Lego bricks and house the different sections of the system, enabling you to build the exact requirements for the MacPro and processes it will need to carry out, such as video editing or the like.
Customizable Components for Diverse Needs
The modular MacPro system would offer both consumer and business processor options, offering Pro’s Server class dual CPUs (Xenon E5), 8 DIMM ECC memory slots, whilst consumers would enjoy i3, i5, i7 processors with 4 DIMM slots. This flexibility ensures that users can tailor their MacPro to their specific needs, whether they are professional video editors requiring high processing power or casual users needing a reliable system for everyday tasks.
For instance, a video editor might opt for the Xenon E5 processors and the maximum 8 DIMM ECC memory slots to handle intensive rendering tasks efficiently. On the other hand, a graphic designer might find the i7 processor with 4 DIMM slots sufficient for their design software, balancing performance and cost.
Potential Benefits and Future Prospects
As you can see from the conceptual drawings, the MacPro modular system is an interesting idea and would offer users many useful configuration options whilst designing and expanding their system. This modularity could significantly extend the lifespan of the MacPro, as users could upgrade individual components rather than replacing the entire system. This approach not only makes the MacPro more cost-effective in the long run but also aligns with sustainable practices by reducing electronic waste.
Moreover, the modular design could foster a community of users and developers who create and share custom modules, further enhancing the system’s versatility. Imagine a scenario where third-party manufacturers develop specialized modules for niche applications, such as advanced audio processing or scientific computing, making the MacPro a truly universal machine.
Unfortunately, due to it being a concept at the current time, don’t expect to see the system in Apple stores before the holiday season. However, the idea has sparked considerable interest and discussion within the tech community, and it could influence future designs of not only Apple’s products but also those of other manufacturers.
For more information, jump over to the iPack3D website.
Source: iPack3D
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