#APPLE MAC DIAGNOSTIC TOOLS UPDATE#
Until an update to macOS 12.1 appears, I’ll keep using Firefox as it’s not crashing the Mac. One common thread appears to be that Safari is running on the MBP when it crashes. I’m then asked to report the situation to Apple, which I gladly do since it will help them find errors. My new 14-inch MacBook Pro simply locks up, then restarts without the usual chime. I have been getting kernel panics from time to time. Image via Apple Why run diagnostics on a new MacBook Pro? Restart Mac & hold down D while restart 3. At this point, you can choose to re-run diagnostics, restart, or shut down. Disconnect all external drives except keyboard, mouse, display & speakers. Image via AppleĦ – At the end, you’ll either receive a diagnostic code indicating something isn’t working or an “all clear” code (see image below). It took about a minute on a 32GB M1 Pro MacBook Pro.
There are a few dialogs regarding privacy, after which time the diagnostics run (see image below). There’s another reboot, then a message says that the Mac is loading diagnostics.ĥ – You’re asked to select the language for the diagnostics, and then Apple asks for your permission to grab information “such as device identifiers, hardware and software specifications, and usage information.” Click “ I Agree“, and the diagnostics assistant connects to the internet using your previous (Wi-Fi or Ethernet) network. Once this screen is visible, press and hold Command (⌘) – D. It shows large buttons for both the startup disk and “Options”. A message notes that the Mac is “Loading startup options”.Ĥ – The Mac Startup Options screen appears. Press and hold the power button as it starts up. Ensure that your Mac is on a hard, flat, and stable surface and that it has good ventilation.ģ – Turn on your Mac.
#APPLE MAC DIAGNOSTIC TOOLS HOW TO#
To check your hardware to confirm or rule out problems, here’s how to run hardware diagnostics on Apple Silicon Macs.Ģ – Disconnect all external devices except (where applicable) keyboard, mouse or trackpad, display, Ethernet connection, and the connection to AC power. Some users are reporting “early adopter” issues including unexpected kernel panics, power issues, and more. Many Mac users are now upgrading to the M1 Pro- and M1 Max-powered computers and for the most part, they’re enjoying the fast speeds of the new hardware. The recent release of Apple Silicon-powered MacBook Pros seems to have opened the floodgates.
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