I need input on 24" imacs and banding

[urbanskywalker]

I set up my refurb imac 24" 2.8ghz and discovered several horizontal grey and white bands on the screen during start up. It's not as noticeable on a photo background but is there when using a web browser with a white background. How common is this? I talked to Apple and they said to send it back.

 

[MarkMS]

It's somewhat common. If they said they'll take it back, then take it back unless you absolutely need it. Does this happen every time you boot up the iMac?

 

[urbanskywalker]

Yes it's there all the time. It's most noticeable at startup on a light grey screen, and on the white safari background when I'm surfing. After a bit of google time it seems like there is a lot of people complaining about banding. I'm trying to decide if I'm just being anal. Still Apple has sent me a RMA so I'll probably just send it back and buy locally.

 

[urbanskywalker]

What are the chances of a new imac having the same screen banding problem? I'm wondering if I should switch the refurb for a new one. Any input?

 

[BulletToothTony]

i got a refurb 24" 2.8ghz and it came with a stuck pixel, it got me upset and disappointed and i was almost positive that my replacement was gonna be bad as well,

But i got my replacement and it was perfect.. it's awesome.. i say just get the replacement and hope for the best..