New iMac 27" seems VERY hot.

[enough]

Setting up a new computer for my 96-year-old father-in-law. He wanted the huge screen because he needs to have things super-big and bright to see well. He's very happy with it on first impression. But...

After a couple of hours of use, the computer is extremely hot. Much hotter than any of the many various Mac's I've used over the years. So hot that I find it hard to believe it's supposed to be this way. Anybody have any thoughts on this?

[Tikki]

1. My newer iMAC 21" seems to get hot at times...

I've had it for 9 months and no heat related problems. I have always kept my
computers in line with open air, a fan or near a window, though.


Tikki
p.s. doesn't seem like it is hot all the time..

[struggle4progress]

2. Brand new? Contact Apple and talk to them about it. Document the contact.

[alfredo]

3. Demands on the system can heat up a computer.

Check Activity Monitor in Utilities to see if there is a process putting extra demands on the system.