tests to run on new 13" MacBook Pro to ensure it has no issues? (last day to return)

[beethovengirl]

Hi,

When I got an early 2008 MacBook, I had a kernel panic within the first 2 weeks of use, so I exchanged it even though there were no obvious hardware defects. I'm glad I did so since I can count on one hand the number of kernel panics I've had on that MacBook through over 4 years of ownership.

On the other hand, my husband's mid-2010 13" MacBook Pro has a kernel panic once every month or two.

Are there any tests I can run on my new 13" MacBook Pro to ensure it's stable, has no issues, etc?

I've done Disk Utility, but I'm wondering if there's anything I can do that has the potential to induce a kernel panic if my MacBook Pro has stability issues like my husband's.

Today is my last day to return my MacBook Pro if I discover it has any issues.

thanks

 

[user418]

Have you tried running the Apple Hardware Test?

The AHT contains a suite of diagnostics that will test the hardware of your computer. It's a great way to rule out a hardware issue when troubleshooting your computer.