iMac?

[Dottore]

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

[JavaBrewer]

Originally Posted by BlueSkyJaunte

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%. 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?

[kstar]

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!

[jyl]

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.

[Mule]

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!"