

This runs a quick diagnostic and repair, and then prevents certain items from loading, so it will help rule out a number of possible software causes for the issue: Use safe mode to isolate issues with your Mac. I recommend trying a test by booting your Mac into safe mode.


To start, this link is a great resource with some information about what it means when you see kernel_task is using significant resources: If kernel_task is using a large percentage of your Mac CPU.ĭoes this happen while you're using a particular app? Is it constant, or intermittent? After restarting your Mac, how long are you able to use your Mac before the issue occurs again? I understand you have a concern about the kernel_task process in Activity Monitor. Thank you for using the Apple Support Communities.
