PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW 800) and (17-inch 1.33GHz): How to Run Apple Hardware Test

If you have a PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW 800) or (17-inch 1.33GHz) computer, Apple Hardware Test (AHT) is included on the same DVD disc you use to install or restore software. It is named "PowerBook G4 15-inch and 17-inch Software Install and Restore".

Running Apple Hardware Test

To use AHT on your PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW 800) or (17-inch 1.33 GHz) computer, follow these steps:

1. Insert the disc named "PowerBook G4 15-inch and 17-inch Software Install and Restore" into the computer.

2. Click on the Apple icon in the menu bar and choose Restart.

3. Press the Option key as the computer starts up. The startup manager appears (Figure 1).
   
4. Click the Apple Hardware Test volume in the startup manager.
   
   
   Figure 1 Startup manager
   
   
   
5. Click the arrow that points to the right.
   
6. Follow the onscreen instructions.