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Go for the iMac. You'll never look back.

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Originally Posted by BlueSkyJaunte (Post 3925605)

My PSU was replaced this time around. Not sure why, but now the CPU fan actually turns off when the CPU isn't running 100%. :D When the CPU is running high, though, it is still very loud and annoying. I plan to do this once my warranty runs out: http://www.scienceman.com/pgs/00_imacG5_macmod.html

If the logic board has "bulging capacitors", stand firm and make Apple pay because this was a known issue.

Thanks for the info! I like the external fan idea and may persue it if I can get this thing running.

So yesterday I took the iMac home to see what's up. The machine has 2 1-GB RAM chips installed the original owner said they checked out with whatever test he ran. The hard drive has been slicked. I powered the machine up, it did the Apple chime, and the animated folder indicating no Mac OS found appeared. I let it run like that until about 3 minutes in the cooling fans kicked into high speed (LOUD) and the machine locked up (no more animated folder). I powered down with the rear switch, waited 10 seconds and repeated. This time the machine locked up immediately after the Apple chime.

I have a question about Apple service. I found that the machine may qualify for a free repair through this EMC bulletin. Does anyone know if I need the original sales receipt to make this happen? Do I need to make an appointment with the local Apple store or can I just walk in? Finally, do third party repair places do warranty work?

David:

Do make an appointment here: http://www.apple.com/retail/geniusbar/

I obviously can't guarantee anything, but I would bet that the Apple store will repair your machine gratis and that you will not need a receipt. Print out and bring the EMC Bulletin just in case and it will show you are aware of the problem and a smart guy. :)

Good luck!

Yes, situations like this are usually pretty easy - make appointment, bring machine in, the Apple tech checks it out, and most likely will take it from you and you'll get it back, repaired, in a few days. They will probably warn you that they can't guarantee the hard drive won't be wiped.

It will be like the old wives tale about the RR owner who after not getting a bill for roadside service after a breakdown, was told, "You must be mistaken sir, our cars don't break down!"