My first mac! 27 imac bto arrived today! pics

wemmington · Dec 12, 2012, 09:37 PM

Bit of a learning curve but so far I love it.

Got the 27 i5 with fusion on edu site.

Anyone know any good videos for tips for first time mac owners coming from windows?

bobright · Dec 12, 2012, 09:40 PM

Congrats nice!!

You check for dead pixels, yellow screen, lightbleed etc yet? I hope they are fine and I get a good one.

simsaladimbamba · Dec 12, 2012, 09:41 PM

Does it have to be videos?

To learn more about Mac OS X: Helpful Information for Any Mac User by GGJstudios

sukai · Dec 12, 2012, 09:48 PM

Neemooo

Congrats btw lol

Ryan.Tanner · Dec 12, 2012, 09:54 PM

This is the second person that has posted a picture of their iMac set up at a counter or kitchen counter. Do you people really sit at a computer with the lack of leg space?

jkautosports · Dec 12, 2012, 10:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Ryan.Tanner

This is the second person that has posted a picture of their iMac set up at a counter or kitchen counter. Do you people really sit at a computer with the lack of leg space?

I see an opening on the bottom... Appears to be a desk with a granite top.

mmomega · Dec 12, 2012, 10:11 PM

www.apple.com/support/mac101/

Ryan.Tanner · Dec 12, 2012, 10:14 PM

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www.apple.com/support/mac101/

I don't get what your post is getting at.

jkautosports · Dec 12, 2012, 10:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Ryan.Tanner

I don't get what your post is getting at.

The OP asked about videos for tips.

mmomega · Dec 12, 2012, 10:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Ryan.Tanner

I don't get what your post is getting at.

The OP wanted videos for the basics for using a Mac, these are tips and videos straight from Apple's support website.

Hakone · Dec 12, 2012, 10:27 PM

I don't trust your picture. You need to take it at a 60 degree angle from either side!

coolosxapps · Dec 12, 2012, 10:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Hakone

I don't trust your picture. You need to take it at a 60 degree angle from either side!

Actually, a 64 degree angle would be even more convincing.

I would also like to hear from the OP if there are any problems with the iMac in terms of dead pixels, light leaks, etc.

palmerc2 · Dec 12, 2012, 11:10 PM

Looks like you're plugged directly into the wall. I'd recommend a power surge protector with battery backup incase you get a surge / lose power you won't lose your work or fry your new Mac!

wemmington · Dec 12, 2012, 11:20 PM

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Originally Posted by simsaladimbamba

Does it have to be videos?

To learn more about Mac OS X: Helpful Information for Any Mac User by GGJstudios

Doesn't have to be videos. thx for the link, I will read through tomorrow.

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Originally Posted by coolosxapps

Actually, a 64 degree angle would be even more convincing.

I would also like to hear from the OP if there are any problems with the iMac in terms of dead pixels, light leaks, etc.

Just checked and no dead pixels or light leaks.

wemmington · Dec 12, 2012, 11:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Hakone

I don't trust your picture. You need to take it at a 60 degree angle from either side!

I know you were kidding but any excuse to take a pic of my new toy.

bobright · Dec 12, 2012, 11:47 PM

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Originally Posted by wemmington

Doesn't have to be videos. thx for the link, I will read through tomorrow.

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Just checked and no dead pixels or light leaks.

Whew, I know it doesn't mean mine will be the same but still that's good to hear. I'm curious was yours made in China...some were in the USA werent they?

CoreyLahey · Dec 12, 2012, 11:49 PM

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Originally Posted by wemmington

I know you were kidding but any excuse to take a pic of my new toy.

Looks very cool! Can you please tell me, what the eject button on the keyboard is used for with the new iMac, since there isn't a optical drive anymore? I want Gizmo to be able to sleep well tonight.

wemmington · Dec 12, 2012, 11:50 PM

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Originally Posted by palmerc2

Looks like you're plugged directly into the wall. I'd recommend a power surge protector with battery backup incase you get a surge / lose power you won't lose your work or fry your new Mac!

I just bought a new house and plan to put in a whole home surge protector in the next few weeks. I have a battery backup but it would take up too much space on my desk.

blueroom · Dec 12, 2012, 11:51 PM

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Originally Posted by CoreyLahey

Looks very cool! Can you please tell me, what the eject button on the keyboard is used for with the new iMac, since there isn't a optical drive anymore? I want Gizmo to be able to sleep well tonight.

An external optical drive.

CoreyLahey · Dec 12, 2012, 11:56 PM

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Originally Posted by blueroom

An external optical drive.

Not sure if this satisfies Gizmo, but it sure does me.

wemmington · Dec 12, 2012, 11:57 PM

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Originally Posted by bobright

Whew, I know it doesn't mean mine will be the same but still that's good to hear. I'm curious was yours made in China...some were in the USA werent they?

Made in China, I think all the 27 were made there.

wemmington · Dec 13, 2012, 12:00 AM

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Originally Posted by CoreyLahey

Looks very cool! Can you please tell me, what the eject button on the keyboard is used for with the new iMac, since there isn't a optical drive anymore? I want Gizmo to be able to sleep well tonight.

External drive or or control and eject together bring up the menu in the pic.

CoreyLahey · Dec 13, 2012, 12:47 AM

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Originally Posted by wemmington

External drive or or control and eject together bring up the menu in the pic.

thanks!

Hakone · Dec 13, 2012, 10:00 AM

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Originally Posted by wemmington

I know you were kidding but any excuse to take a pic of my new toy.

Awesome pic!

I hope there's no one dribbling a basketball near your desk!

Congrats on the new toy.

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