Hardware test and disk repair

Hi: I'm relatively new to the mac world and I have a Mini, core solo, intel. I have two questions that I hope you can answer:
1. How do I do a hardware test?
2. How do I repair the disk via the CD that came with the Mini? When I install the disk, it doesn't give me any option to repair the disk.
Fortunately, at this time I don't have to repair the disk, as my blue screen problem seems to have resolved itself, but I'm curious, as I may have to do these things in the future. Thanks, Jerry.

Since the problem seems to have resolved itself for now, the first thing I'd do is get a good backup program and get your data backed up as my FAQ explains:
http://www.macmaps.com/backup.html
One should never rely on repair utilities to get you out of a jam alone. Having a backup in case you have to replace or erase your hard drive is always wise. Follow this article to do a hardware test on an Intel Mac:
http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=303081

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