Thunderbold Display is smelling

Hello Apple Fans,


three Weeks Ago i bought an 27'' Thunderbold Display. Its a really great Display, but there is one Problem.


Every Time a switch on the Display, its smells. I tought, ok new gadget, and let the Display running for many Hours.

But this doesnt solve the Problem.


The smell is coming out from the bottom, where the loudspeaker holes are.


Any thunderbold Owners have the same Problem? Any solutions?


Thanks for helping.


Marc

Mac OS X (10.7)

Posted on Dec 15, 2011 1:56 PM

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Nov 5, 2014 12:30 PM in response to Vival

I have the same issue with a 4/day old Thunderbolt display. The smell is almost overwhelming, and I'm in a large, well ventilated office. It's strong enough that it gives me a headache after 2-3/hrs of use. This is ridiculous and frankly a health hazard.


At a 30-40% cost premium over competetive alternatives I would expect more out of Apple.


Disappointing.

Jan 12, 2016 12:03 PM in response to Vival

I bought the Thunderbolt 27" display brand new 1 year ago and didn't notice the smell. However, about 3 days ago I noticed a chemical smell in my office and have figured out it's coming from my display monitor. I'm concerned about why it's happening now after a year of use which makes me think it's not a "new screen smell".


Should I be concerned that something is burning up on the inside?

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