The Pegasus R4i integrates seamlessly with the Mac Pro, leveraging its unique design to ensure proper cooling. However, in certain cases, users may observe higher temperatures in the last two drives (PDs 2 and 4), located closest to the front grille fans.
Key Considerations:
1. Adequate Airflow by Design:
- The Mac Pro's cooling system provides sufficient airflow for optimal performance.
- The Pegasus R4i has no reported systemic temperature-related issues under normal operation.
2. Temperature Variations:
- PDs 2 and 4 may have slightly higher temperatures due to their position closer to the front grille fans.
3. Automatic Fan Adjustments:
- The Mac Pro dynamically adjusts fan speeds if ambient temperatures rise, ensuring consistent cooling.
Options to Manually Adjust Fan Speeds:
If you wish to manually control fan speeds, third-party software such as Macs Fan Control by CrystalIdea can be used.
- Download Link: Macs Fan Control
- Features:
- Allows manual or automatic adjustment of fan speeds.
- Provides real-time temperature monitoring.
Recommendations:
- Regularly monitor drive temperatures through Promise Utility or similar tools to ensure they remain within acceptable ranges.
- Use Macs Fan Control if specific workloads or environments require additional cooling adjustments.
- Ensure the Mac Pro is operating in a well-ventilated environment to avoid unnecessary thermal buildup.
