About
Checkmate — computer health monitoring software from Micromat.We created Checkmate to be a powerful computer diagnostic tool that works without getting in the way of your work.
Disk and system utilities—such as our flagship product, TechTool Pro—are excellent for troubleshooting disk issues and recovering data *after* something has gone wrong.But what if there were a way to resolve these problems *sooner*?What if there were a product that constantly monitored all your system's vital parameters and performed regular diagnostic tests to detect minor issues before they escalated into total catastrophes?
Introducing Checkmate: computer health monitoring software from Micromat.We designed Checkmate to be a powerful diagnostic tool that operates without interrupting your workflow.The software keeps track of your schedule and performs its tests whenever your computer is idle.It then quietly logs the results and stays completely out of your way—unless, of course, it detects a serious problem.In that event, it alerts you to the issue and opens the Checkmate dashboard, allowing you to not only view a full report on the problem but also read through suggested steps you can take to resolve it.
And Checkmate couldn't be easier to use: simply install it and forget about it.You won't even know it's there until it detects a problem and alerts you.No buttons to press, no schedules to manage, and absolutely no interruptions to your work.
If you rely on your Macintosh, make sure your Macintosh can rely on Checkmate.Because an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.
Checks Performed:
Hardware
Memory
RAM—or Random Access Memory—serves as your Mac's short-term memory.When memory fails, your Mac can begin to behave unpredictably.Battery
Laptops require a battery to operate when they are not connected to a power outlet.Get informed before your battery stops working.
Disks
Volume Structures
Hard drive volume structures act as a "map" that tracks the location of your files.Maintaining their integrity is key to preventing data loss.
RAID Status
A Redundant Array of Independent Disks, or RAID, can help keep your data safe, boost access speeds, or both.If one of the hard drives in your RAID fails, it can lead to data loss.Knowing exactly when your RAID is experiencing issues is crucial for safeguarding the data stored within it.
Surface Scan
The physical location of your data on a hard drive is called a block.If a block can no longer be written to or read from, it is referred to as a "bad block," and the data contained within it may be corrupted.When bad blocks begin to appear, it is time to replace your hard drive.Find out before your critical data is compromised.
S.M.A.R.T.
Self-Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting Technology, or S.M.A.R.T., is built into most internal hard drives.When hard drives detect that they are beginning to experience issues, you can find out by checking their S.M.A.R.T. attributes.If your hard drive is on the verge of failure, a S.M.A.R.T. check can alert you to the situation.
System
I/O Check
Your Mac keeps a record of every instance where it is unable to read or write data—for example, when a file is corrupted or your hard drive is not functioning correctly.It is often difficult to pinpoint exactly when such issues arise.Detect these problems sooner rather than later.
Power-On Self-Test (POST)Every time your Mac powers on, it takes a quick snapshot of its baseline state to determine whether it can proceed with the startup process.Checkmate displays the result of this test, which can often serve as an early warning sign—particularly for issues related to memory (RAM).
Files
File Structures
To view your images or listen to music, the bytes on your hard drive that make your media "work" must adhere to the specific rules for that data type.Checkmate verifies these and other file types to ensure they continue to function correctly.