what happened if i purchased used Apple Watch Gen 2 locked to icloud & without charger... definitely garbage or still able to do with it? should have watched your video first......
1. Security Protocol • macbook has been factory reset • login with admin password • check icloud • root password (directory utility and make sure no root user enabled) •remote management (system preference - sharing) •touch id 2. Check the details • spec check (description matches the real deal) •copy and paste serial number (check warranty and purchase on apple) 3. Hardware test • check screen (full color screen test) • check speaker (vid with sound) • plug in charger to all outlets • check all keys + touchpad • check usb • test webcam (facetime app) 4. Software test • check bluetooth • run diagnostic (hold down d key when turned off)
I bought a used Mac and I ignored the remote management part of this video when I was checking it, and when I came home factory reset the mac I get surprised that it has remote management for some sort of company, luckily the guy gave me my money back. don't ignore any part of this video
It is amazing. I was looking for the password part and I watched many videos but nobody explained it that clear. Thank a lot. Wish me luck. Tomorrow I will buy my first macbook.
great video for someone who wants to buy a used macbook. you can still do these tests with the new ARM arch processors. I've testes my "new" macbook pro 13 m1
Where is the cheat card? And how about bulging batteries in for example Macbook Pro which is a problem on some of the macs...... It is more about checking if you can see the bulges or not knowing what to look for I would guess. Maybe your video also should adress that.
I am going to buy the 16” 2019 i9 MacBook Pro… just for the screen. I listen with headphones on my pcs anyway, so the fans won’t bother me. I don’t do heavy processing anyway. Thanks for the tips.
The problemems with my Macbook Pro 2010 is maybe that it is old. IT still works and I can use it for what I generally need. Yet there are some things that are stopping me from doing things. 1. When I want to do a keynote presentation on my TV, the MBP shuts down and restarts. Q - Is this because of overheating? I do not hear the FANS eccelerating as they did before. 2 . Also it seems that while playing something on f ex TH-cam, the MBP pauses, the sound continues, but the picture freezes for a few seconds. How do I fix this? Get the Fans to work lie they did/should do?
Hi thanks for the video. Just quick question. Thinking of buying a second hand iMac with 32g memory i7, DDR. Should that be fast enough? Ill just be using for some light music and photo editing ? Thanks
Thanks for the tips...I had to replace the battery on my Macbook Air but it's been running smoothly since 2013. I also have an iMAC that often get's the dreaded spinning ball...what do you recommend to prevent this from happening. iMac (4 GHz Intel Core i7, 8 GB 1867 MHz DDR3, AMD Radeon R9 M390 2 G, Late 2015)
Great video, and I love your style of doing this.Although 5 minutes is perhaps a bit optimistic. I am about to purchase a second hand Macbook Pro 2015. Will this test check for dust in the fans or if the fans are running too much?
I want to buy macbook pro 2011 used piece, in that laptop they installed windows the audio drivers are not working, is it good I can purchase it Or not
Why is not having a charger a red flag? Is there a chance that they could've simply lost it or the MacBook is stolen? Im looking to buy a MacBook but the seller states that they lost the charger. What are your thoughts?
If no purchase valid date on a used max what does it mean? He/she did not register it or more? A family member had a new mac and did not register it and sold it as is.
your information on how check used MacBook before purchase is excellent and the location the video background is awesome, where is this location is located? I wish to visit as I am nature lover, I love the greenery
Great video man, however I took your guide and I found the device okay but when I bought it, it showed some company trying to configure my Mac through pop up messages a couple hours later. Which means even if it showed Remote management off, it can be still under the company. I am trying to fix that with the company
was it factory reset? im guessing it might have been some company software still remaining on the computer. If the computer is reset, all non-stock software should have been removed.
Hey man,I’m trying to buy an iMac off eBay but I’m seeing them cheaper from my Facebook Marketplace. Is the checklist the same for iMacs vs MacBooks,or is there anything else you’d advise?
What other items have you purchased on local marketplaces?
what happens if purchase date isnt validated? he said he got it from his company he no longer works for
Am having issues activating the Icloud on a used mac book pro I bought 6day ago. Please help.
Where do i find the 7- step free downloadable cheatsheet?
@@Robin_0011 cannot find it
what happened if i purchased used Apple Watch Gen 2 locked to icloud & without charger... definitely garbage or still able to do with it? should have watched your video first......
1. Security Protocol
• macbook has been factory reset
• login with admin password
• check icloud
• root password (directory utility and make sure no root user enabled)
•remote management (system preference - sharing)
•touch id
2. Check the details
• spec check (description matches the real deal)
•copy and paste serial number (check warranty and purchase on apple)
3. Hardware test
• check screen (full color screen test)
• check speaker (vid with sound)
• plug in charger to all outlets
• check all keys + touchpad
• check usb
• test webcam (facetime app)
4. Software test
• check bluetooth
• run diagnostic (hold down d key when turned off)
seriously thanks for capturing that
Was seriously just typing this out and then saw your comment, thank you so much!!
I bought a used Mac and I ignored the remote management part of this video when I was checking it, and when I came home factory reset the mac I get surprised that it has remote management for some sort of company, luckily the guy gave me my money back. don't ignore any part of this video
It is amazing. I was looking for the password part and I watched many videos but nobody explained it that clear. Thank a lot. Wish me luck. Tomorrow I will buy my first macbook.
great video for someone who wants to buy a used macbook. you can still do these tests with the new ARM arch processors. I've testes my "new" macbook pro 13 m1
Great video! I shared it with my husband - we are actually looking at used Macs right now! Perfect timing.
Awesome! Happy to hear, hope the search went well!
Very important information. I am currently a Mac user and for solid performance, this diagnostic will definitely ensure a quality machine.
Hey is there any way we can check if a MacBook has a bypass?
how would i know if the screen has been replaced?
Where is the cheat card? And how about bulging batteries in for example Macbook Pro which is a problem on some of the macs...... It is more about checking if you can see the bulges or not knowing what to look for I would guess. Maybe your video also should adress that.
Is having no charger still a red flag if the macbook charges fine with a charger you brought to test it out? Thanks!
I am going to buy the 16” 2019 i9 MacBook Pro… just for the screen. I listen with headphones on my pcs anyway, so the fans won’t bother me. I don’t do heavy processing anyway. Thanks for the tips.
so so so helpful! quick video, clear speaker, and to the point and yet still managed to be detailed. thank you so much ☺️
Hellll I wanna watch a video about checking used mac. The guy was recording that video in my dream destination. How it feels to live in my dream, man?
Hi, how do we know whether the original battery has been replaced or not?
Hi Austin, thanks for the video. Can't seem to find the cheat sheet.
I cannot find it either.
if a person selling the macbook has resete dit it cant have a firmware password right?
I'm getting a slightly used Mac soon -- Don't look a gift horse in the mouth and all -- but I still wanted to be cautious, so this helps.
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The problemems with my Macbook Pro 2010 is maybe that it is old. IT still works and I can use it for what I generally need.
Yet there are some things that are stopping me from doing things.
1. When I want to do a keynote presentation on my TV, the MBP shuts down and restarts. Q - Is this because of overheating? I do not hear the FANS eccelerating as they did before.
2 . Also it seems that while playing something on f ex TH-cam, the MBP pauses, the sound continues, but the picture freezes for a few seconds.
How do I fix this? Get the Fans to work lie they did/should do?
Where is the 7 step cheat sheet
Amazing Video not like all these long forever videos that u watching for like 15 mins awesome video Bud
Hi thanks for the video. Just quick question. Thinking of buying a second hand iMac with 32g memory i7, DDR. Should that be fast enough? Ill just be using for some light music and photo editing ? Thanks
Where is your cheatsheet?
Thanks for the tips!
Thanks for the tips...I had to replace the battery on my Macbook Air but it's been running smoothly since 2013. I also have an iMAC that often get's the dreaded spinning ball...what do you recommend to prevent this from happening. iMac (4 GHz Intel Core i7, 8 GB 1867 MHz DDR3, AMD Radeon R9 M390 2 G, Late 2015)
is 400 on battery cycle still good or no ???
in ssd info i find that SMART status ‘not b’varified’ is that a problem?
Love Banff! This video is so useful (as I'm typing this out on my MacBook Pro that is slowly falling apart).
Glad you found it useful! Banff is my favorite place in the world!
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Great video, and I love your style of doing this.Although 5 minutes is perhaps a bit optimistic. I am about to purchase a second hand Macbook Pro 2015. Will this test check for dust in the fans or if the fans are running too much?
Thanks for this, this video is best best
How do you download your cheatsheet?
Thanks! Well done video
was buying a used 2017 macbook pro 13” worth the $850 ?
I want to buy macbook pro 2011 used piece, in that laptop they installed windows the audio drivers are not working, is it good I can purchase it Or not
Unable to download your free cheat sheet how can i get a copy
When I try to diagnostics my macbook air 2017. It stucks on black screen with little light on it. Please help
best guide online thanks!
Why is not having a charger a red flag? Is there a chance that they could've simply lost it or the MacBook is stolen? Im looking to buy a MacBook but the seller states that they lost the charger. What are your thoughts?
isn't too real to lose the charger
If no purchase valid date on a used max what does it mean? He/she did not register it or more?
A family member had a new mac and did not register it and sold it as is.
Is it a red flag if it does not a have a purchase date but the MacBook serial number shows the macbook listed?
Same problem, please update me did you face any problems bcz of that?
@@chanez4880 no so far nothing…
you forgot the microfon test
Great video
your information on how check used MacBook before purchase is excellent and the location the video background is awesome, where is this location is located? I wish to visit as I am nature lover, I love the greenery
Moraine Lake, Canada
Amazing video
And very useful ✌🏼
Great video man, liked and subscribed 👍🏾
My mac heats up TOO MUCH from just managing some files without it being connected to the Internet. Is there something wrong?
what happens if the purchase date isnt validated?
Very useful tips! Thank you for sharing!
You got a like for the content and a second like in the comment for being in Banff 😍 god I love that park
I don't find the free downloadable cheatsheet...
Why is it a bad sign if laptop doesn’t come with charger? Stolen?
Where is the cheatsheet?
Useful information and beautiful background 😍
thanks bro , it's very very helpful
Nice and detailed video
How do I check if MacBook is stolen
This video is so useful!
I couldn’t find the cheat sheet
Thank you...
Cheers dude, this was really helpful! :)
Good video thank you!
This is very useful information thank you so much ❤️👑🇬🇪
Thank you soo much p
Im going to buy a second hand macbook but when i check its serial no. It say unable to validate purchase date what should i do ?
Same problem I'm facing rn, can you please update me what happened with you did you face any problems?
this dude looks like a trevor wallace character i swear to god
Thank you!!!!
Did all that without a dyno test
I belive Testing all Keys is also important, one guy cheated me selling a macbook on which Number 8 is dead
This was great! Thank U
Great video man, however I took your guide and I found the device okay but when I bought it, it showed some company trying to configure my Mac through pop up messages a couple hours later. Which means even if it showed Remote management off, it can be still under the company. I am trying to fix that with the company
was it factory reset? im guessing it might have been some company software still remaining on the computer. If the computer is reset, all non-stock software should have been removed.
Thanks for the very informative video!
Thanks for watching!
austin, what happened to your template? can you post updated link for it? thanks. and thanks for this video.
Hi Karron, thanks for watching! I'm glad you enjoyed. You can find my free Ebook at www.flipthingsforprofit.com/7steps
@@awsysoul No page...... Link fails......
thank youuu
thanks!
Hey man,I’m trying to buy an iMac off eBay but I’m seeing them cheaper from my Facebook Marketplace. Is the checklist the same for iMacs vs MacBooks,or is there anything else you’d advise?
Some of these tips are really good! Thx for sharing. I appreciate it.
Hello I see a Macbook Pro i9 15 inch for $500 on Craigslist in mint condition. Do you think it's do good to be true?
This is a serial scammer, he's listing in every city across the US! Avoid!
@@awsysoul Thank you for the response, you really helped!
I am about to sell my mac for a better one! Great information! Thank you!
Always a good feeling when you can upgrade and not break the bank! You got it! Let me know if you have any questions! Thanks Natalie :D
Fun fact I thought it was a real background lol
That’s useful
Hi
A full minute into the video before he says anything useful
Bro what the FUCK is up with your audio?
thank you so muchhh for the tips
Hi , I want to buy a MacBook Air 2015 but the battery cycle is 300 is that ok?
Thank u it is very helpful