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Does my Mac have a built in optical drive?
All iMacs come with an optical drive, which Apple calls a SuperDrive. Unlike drives that have a tray that extends from the computer, the SuperDrive consists of a slot into which you insert a disk.
Where is the optical drive on my MacBook Pro?
On your Mac, choose Apple menu > About This Mac. Click System Report, then click Disc Burning and review the information for your optical drive. If you don’t see a drive listed that supports discs in CD, DVD, or Blu-ray format, it means an optical drive isn’t available.
How do I run the Apple hardware test?
To run the Apple Hardware Test, you must start up from the disc or volume containing the test: Start up from it as you would any other bootable disc: 1. Insert the Apple Hardware Test disc that came with your Mac into your Mac’s optical drive. 2. Selecting Restart in the Apple menu. Pressing the Command-Control-Eject keyboard shortcut.
What can I use to test my MacBook Pro?
If your Mac predates the inclusion of the Apple Hardware Test with new computers, you can use the following third-party utilities to test your hardware: Micromat® TechTool® Pro includes a comprehensive suite of hardware tests applicable to all Macs.
What kind of diagnostic tools do Apple techs use?
Apple Diagnostics, formerly known as Apple Hardware Test, can check your Mac for hardware issues. If you think your Mac might have a hardware issue, you can use Apple Diagnostics to help determine which hardware component might be at fault. Apple Diagnostics also suggests solutions and helps you contact Apple Support for assistance.
How long does it take to run Apple diagnostics?
Checking your Mac takes 2 or 3 minutes. If any issues are found, Apple Diagnostics suggests solutions and provides reference codes. Note the reference codes before continuing. Choose from these options: To repeat the test, click ”Run the test again” or press Command (⌘)-R. For more information,…