How to find Mac’s basic specs in OS X?

It is complicated to remember which Mac model was purchased, what the processor was, and what was the installed RAM on my Mac machine? It is possible to upgrade RAM? Is it possible to upgrade SSD? These all are basic information that can be retrieved from the Mac machine.

If you are using a Mac and want to know its basic specifications, such as processor type, memory, and storage capacity, you can find this information in just a few simple steps. This article will guide you through the process of finding your Mac’s basic specifications in OS X.

Mac Version, Processor, RAM, Graphics Card, Serial Number

To find out basic information like Mac version, processor, RAM, graphic card, and serial number, click on the Apple icon from the top left corner. From the drop-down list, select About This Mac to open the System window.

By clicking on the Storage tab, you can get detailed storage information.

Graphics Card

To get detailed information about Graphics Cards, click on the System Report button under the Overview tab. Click on Graphics/Displays from the left side under Hardware to get detailed information about the graphics card installed in your Mac.

As you can see in the image, my Mac OS X runs on Intel HD Graphics 6000, and it has VRM 1536 MB.

All detailed information about the hardware installed on your Mac can be retrieved from System Report. You can even get the information about Network and Software in detail from here. Just click on the respective menu and get the desired results.

In conclusion, finding your Mac’s basic specifications in OS X is a quick and easy process that can be done in just a few simple steps. By accessing this information, you can better understand your Mac’s capabilities and make informed decisions about upgrading or replacing hardware components if needed.

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