strange IMac problem!
Hi. After no previous signs of any problems, something strange happened to the screen of my IMac (first issue, Indigo). The screen began to slowly get darker and within 8-10 seconds had reverted to total blackness. I've re-booted seven or eight times, but still can't get a picture. The lights on the console are flashing OK and it sounds healthy enough. I also had an audio CD in the IMac at the time ('Raw Power' by Iggy and the Stooges if anyone wants to know) and this plays OK once the computer's re-booted. So I suspect the problem has something to do with the screen.
I haven't dropped, banged or knocked the IMac in any way, nor spilt any liquids / chemicals on it. It's driving me crazy. Someone suggested it may be 'sleeping' and I need to remove the battery for a short while to 'wake it up' but I'm worried about touching it in case I cause a bigger problem. It seems to be the screen that's faulty, not the rest of the computer. I'm not very technically minded so I'd appreciate any pointers or advice at all. Thanks for listening! Martin (London, UK) <img src="graemlins/surprised.gif" border="0" alt="[Surprised]" />
I haven't dropped, banged or knocked the IMac in any way, nor spilt any liquids / chemicals on it. It's driving me crazy. Someone suggested it may be 'sleeping' and I need to remove the battery for a short while to 'wake it up' but I'm worried about touching it in case I cause a bigger problem. It seems to be the screen that's faulty, not the rest of the computer. I'm not very technically minded so I'd appreciate any pointers or advice at all. Thanks for listening! Martin (London, UK) <img src="graemlins/surprised.gif" border="0" alt="[Surprised]" />
Comments
You could always search for an older iMac that is fuXxored except for the screen, buy it, and swap parts back and forth. That would be the cheapest solution if the CRT is toast (it shouldn't be after only 3.5 years tho').