MacBook: Show hardware - how it works

In this practical tip, we explain how to display the hardware on your MacBook. If you are considering upgrading your hard drive or memory, read the steps below to see how it looks on your Mac.

Here's how to view your MacBook's hardware

If you would like to replace your old hardware with new components, the next section explains how you can display the hardware.

• Tap the Apple icon in your menu bar.
• Choose "About This Mac".
• In the window that opens, click on "More information ...".
• You will receive initial information about the processor and the graphics card.
• Opt for "System Report ...".
• You will now see the entire hardware configuration. Navigate to the components you are looking for via the menu items such as "USB" on the left.

The instructions refer to Mac OS X 10.9.3, other versions may differ. If you would like to view the hardware because you cannot establish a wireless Internet connection, read another article on how to proceed if your WLAN no longer works on the MacBook.