I have a seven year old desktop. how do i run a hardware assessment test

i have a seven year old desktop. how do i run a hardware assessment test?

Hi johnnysteelers,
Welcome to the Apple Support Communities!
Please use the attached article as a resource and for information on running Apple Hardware Test.
Using Apple Hardware Test - Apple Support
Using Apple Hardware Test on computers with OS X v10.7 and earlier
AHT is located on the Applications Install Disc 2 and should be included with your computer or the MacBook Air Software Reinstall Drive on a MacBook Air (Late 2010). To start AHT on these computers make sure the Applications Install Disc 2 is inserted into the built-in optical drive, external Apple Superdrive, or for the MacBook Air (Late 2010) be sure the MacBook Air Software Reinstall Drive is inserted into a USB port. Then, follow steps 1-6 outlined in the previous section of this article.
Have a great day,
Joe

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http://tinyurl.com/b67c7xz
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