iMac is getting hot - you can do that

With many parallel processes in particular, the iMac can get hot. In this case, you should act quickly. Read in this practical tip what you should do about it.

iMac gets hot - what to do?

• Take a look at the activity indicator on the Mac. You can find the tool in the "Utilities" folder. End the program that consumes the most power here.
• Also check whether the iMac's fans are dirty or dusty. Carefully remove any dust so that the fans work properly again.
• At the same time, you should make sure that the fans are not covered by objects, as this can lead to a high temperature.
• In some cases it can help if you carry out a so-called SMC reset. To do this, shut down the Mac and remove the power cable. Wait 15 seconds for the power cord to plug in again, and another 5 seconds before turning on the Mac again.
• Basically, you should note that many open programs on the iMac require a high level of performance. This can also cause the iMac to get hot quickly.
• Tip: Thanks to the freeware SMC Fan Control, you have the option of individually adjusting the fan speed. This may solve the problem - Download.

Other tips: iMac gets hot

• Alternatively, you can also try installing newer hardware. For example, the RAM can be upgraded or an SSD hard drive installed.
• You can also make your iMac sustainably faster with an SSD or with new RAM.
• The installation of a new SSD or a new RAM is quick and easy and can ensure that your iMac will not get hot in the future.
• You can find cheap RAM and the right SSD for your iMac on the Internet.
• If you can't fix the problem with these tips, there may be a problem and you should have the iMac replaced.