"VESA" and the Apple iMac All-In-One

For people who may not be familiar with the term "VESA compliant", VESA stands for "Video
Electronics Standards Association".  The common definition when referring to LCD and Flat Panel
monitors is: "VESA standard" means a hole pattern on the back of the monitor; 75 mm x 75 mm or
100 mm x 100 mm (approximately 3" x 3" and 4" x 4" respectively).  The diameter of the screws used
to mount displays with VESA mounting is 4 mm.  The VESA mounting holes on the back of LCD
monitors may be centered or located towards the bottom stand. With certain displays you may have
to remove the stand or a cover plate before you can access the mount holes.  If you are interested
in more in-depth information about VESA standards, the VESA.org website also provides summaries
of the organization's display mounting standards.

As confirmed by Apple's Support Site: No VESA Mount Adapter Kit for iMac Intel base 21.5 and 20
inch "aluminum" models.  Also, previous "white" Intel base 17 and 20 inch and iMac G5 models with
iSight, making these iMac models VESA non-compliant.  While similar in form to iMac G5 models, G5
models with iSight are not compatible with Apple's iMac G5 VESA Mount Adapter Kit (discontinued).

The 17" and 20" iMac models from the "White" series iMac Core 2 Duo have the same housing and
stand as the original Intel powered iMac Core Duo series, and these models are VESA
non-compliant as well.  The confusion is because Apple at one time did provide an optional VESA
mount adapter kit with similar iMac models.  The earlier iMac G5 models that could be made VESA
compliant with adapter kits are: (2) models with 20" displays -- the iMac G5/1.8 20-Inch and G5/2.0
20"; also, (3) models with 17" displays -- the iMac G5/1.6 17", G5/1.8 17", and G5/2.0 17".

With regards to all iMac all-in-one models offered after these pre-iSight models, only the 24" iMac
models have had VESA adapter kits available from Apple.  The 17", 20", and now 21.5" iMac models
were left having no VESA bracket kit option and more importantly, no easy method for removing the
stand.  Because of this, and the fact that most people who purchase 17", 20" and 21.5" iMacs as a
"portable" computer, it was essential to develop a VESA adapter kit for the iMac that would not
require the stand to be removed or any modification to be made to the computer.  The iMac VESA
Mount Adapter Kit provides the best of both worlds for the iMac user as it allows them the flexibility to
attach their iMac to a VESA mounting system and mount their iMac the way they would like to e.g.,
above a work surface, on a wall, kitchen cabinet, etc.  Then, when they decide to temporarily move
their iMac to a different location or take it with them when they travel, the iMac is ready to go with a
few turns of the patent pending fastening assembly.
The product arrived very quickly, and installed like
a snap!  Really nice workmanship, simple
instructions.  Not sure if you are the manufacturer
or just reselling, but if the former, really nice
work.  Don't know why, but it always makes me
happy to see someone take it upon themselves
to make an opportunity for themselves, and fill a
gap to actually FIX a problem / product
shortcoming (rather than just complaining about
it, or wishing there was a fix!).  Thanks for the
product, fast shipping, and follow up.

Ira
Montreal, Quebec
iMac Models Our Universal VESA Mount Adapter Kit Fits:











Introducing the iMac Wall Mount VESA mount Adapter Kit

The iMac Mount VESA Adapter Kit provides a method for attaching Apple iMac all-in-one
desktop computers to VESA compliant mounting systems; providing a VESA mount
interface for iMac models that are otherwise considered VESA non-compliant. iMac models
designated as VESA non-compliant or non-compatible by mount manufacturers include:
New 21.5 inch models; iMac Intel 20 inch aluminum models, 17 and 20 inch "white" Intel
models, 17 and 20 inch iMac with iSight, 17 and 20 inch iMac G5. The iMac Mount VESA
Adapter Kit is specifically designed for these models and provides a VESA mount solution
for all 17, 20, and 21.5 inch iMac all-in-one computers.

The iMac Mount VESA Adapter Kit's patented design integrates with the iMac stand using our unique fastening system, eliminating the
need to remove the stand or modify the iMac in any way. This allows for the VESA Adapter Kit to maintain the integrity of the iMac as a true
portable computer and ensure warranty is not voided due to disassembling or modification to the iMac. When mounted, the fastening
system allows for the iMac to be dismounted quickly and easily for relocation or travel.

Note that VESA mount devices used for mounting iMac computers are required to have the 100mm x 100mm (approx. 4 x 4 inch) hole
pattern and must provide the proper weight capacity for your iMac.
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iMac Wall Mount - iMac VESA Mount Adapter Kit
VESA Mount Adapter Kit For Apple
iMac 21.5", iMac 20" and iMac 17"

Mount Apple iMac models: Intel Aluminum iMac
21.5 and 20 inch models; 17 & 20 inch (white)
iMac models; iMac 17 & 20 w/iSight; G5 iMac

The iMac Wall Mount Adapter Kit allows for 21.5, 20
and 17 inch iMac all-in-one computers to be used with
a variety of alternate mounting solutions, such as wall
mount systems and zero footprint articulating arms,
based on the VESA flat panel mounting interface
(FPMI).
 
Great News!  Our iMac VESA Mount Adapter Kit also
fits the new iMac 21.5" models.
All 17" iMac Models
All 20" iMac Models
All 20" Intel iMac
Models
New 21.5" iMac