alebowgm

Ok. So I want to run an Apple Hardware Test because I want to use the diagnostic tool to check my battery. I was going to follow the instructions from Intel-based Macs: Using Apple Hardware Test

However, does running this test put me out? I heard it links up with Apple.

macintosh doctor

explain put you out?
it boots in a firmware mode.. so it is not connected to the internet..
not sure if that help...
but please explain what you mean ?

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John Clay

Firmware now supports networking, which is how you can use the AHT over the internet with Lion.

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macintosh doctor

In the old versions it didn't, but that said just don't connect to the net and your fine

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alebowgm

When you run the test does it send information to Apple?

jamesB

Only after running it 3 times. (3 strikes and you're out)

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alebowgm

So what your saying is I shouldn't just run it for the sake of running it?

macintosh doctor

JUST DO IT! - whats is the worst that can happen? you find out your machine is pooched or not.. I not sure what heck are you trying to hide?
is it stolen?

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