What To Test On A New iMac

[The Norseman]

I recently received a new 27" iMac. I would like opinions on what you guys would test on your new iMac? Are there certain programs you would run and some tests to put it through to make sure everything is working properly?

 

[GGJstudios]

I recently received a new 27" iMac. I would like opinions on what you guys would test on your new iMac? Are there certain programs you would run and some tests to put it through to make sure everything is working properly?

There's no need. Just use it as you normally would. If you encounter any problem, you've got warranty coverage for a year.

 

[DerekS]

There's no need. Just use it as you normally would. If you encounter any problem, you've got warranty coverage for a year.

This is the best advice I've seen.

Also, consider getting AppleCare before the 1 year runs out - it is cheap, and if a display or hard drive goes out it will have paid for itself.

 

[trustever]

There is not much that you have to do.. I would generally look that there are no cosmetic damage, dead pixels and that the ram is fully functional.
Once done that there is not much else you need to do, sit and relax!

 

[HenryDJP]

There's no need. Just use it as you normally would. If you encounter any problem, you've got warranty coverage for a year.

Exactly!!

@OP, do yourself a huge favor, please??? Do not come here looking for trouble because that is what you are on your way to doing. As GGJstudios said, just use it normally. MR will drive you crazy with worries and you'll quickly become picky over nothing to a point that may not get any sleep.

 

[luminouslight]

I recently received a new 27" iMac. I would like opinions on what you guys would test on your new iMac? Are there certain programs you would run and some tests to put it through to make sure everything is working properly?

Do a few drop tests to check its endurance!

 

[J. Rab]

I recently received a new 27" iMac. I would like opinions on what you guys would test on your new iMac? Are there certain programs you would run and some tests to put it through to make sure everything is working properly?

i know we shouldnt be looking for abnormalities -- but we only get so much time before we can do a "clean" replacement/swap if defective -- my biggest concern were the screen issues (e.g. yellow tinting, dead pixels, bleeding, etc). I went to this site:

http://imac.squeaked.com/test.php

I got lucky and no issues -- hopefully yours is the same -- good luck with your mac!