Buying a used MacBook is a great way to save money without sacrificing quality. You get all the same OS X features and updates, but at a more affordable price. In this guide, we'll show you how to properly inspect a used Mac to make sure it's going to last.
Step 1: Inspect for Damage
Start your inspection by carefully examining the case for any mechanical damage, such as scratches and dents. Check all screws — loose ones may indicate unauthorized repair. Also, make sure the screen and case are not bent. Check the display hinges — they should be strong enough to hold the screen in any position.
Step 2: Start the device
Make sure your MacBook turns on and the operating system boots without problems.
Step 3: Check the display
To check for dead pixels, use a pixel checker that fills the screen with solid colors. You can also open images with single-color backgrounds (red, green, blue, white, or black). A small number of dead pixels is acceptable, but large clusters can be a problem.
Step 4: Testing the keyboard
Open the Text Edit app on macOS and test each key, including Caps Lock and function keys.
Step 5: Checking Ports
Connect external devices to different ports such as USB and audio jack to ensure they are working properly.
Step 6: Checking the webcam
Launch Facetime or Apple Photo Booth to test your camera. If you see an image, your camera is working. If you see a message that says "No camera connected," the problem may be with your camera.
Step 7: Checking the Hard Drive
Open Disk Utility via Finder > Applications > Utilities and select the First Aid option to check the health of your hard drive. Pay attention to any error messages.
Step 8: Check the battery
To check the health of your battery, Option-click the Apple logo, select System Information, and then select Power. Check the cycle count and battery health. The fewer cycles, the better the battery health.
Step 9: Testing the equipment
Run Apple Hardware Test (or Apple Diagnostics) to check your hardware. Disconnect all external devices, turn off your Mac, turn it on again, and hold down the D key to start the test.
We hope this guide will help you choose a quality used MacBook. If you have any problems with MacBook repair or other Apple equipment, you can always contact our RudService service centerWe offer proven technology and professional service, guaranteeing the reliability and quality of your devices.
