Shipping estimates currently stand at 7-10 days for the new variety of iMacs. As mentioned, they carry a $40 premium over their non-VESA counterparts, but offer the same customization and upgrade options. To get the VESA Mount iMacs, you have to hunt a bit: there’s a link under the standard configuration options in the iMac section of the store.

The VESA mount version includes just the iMac itself, with stand and wall mount hardware sold separately, along with the power cord, wireless keyboard and wireless Magic Mouse included with the standard versions of the iMac. The VESA Mount variety of iMac is a separate line from the standard version, so buyers will have to choose at the outset whether they want VESA or stand-mounted all-in-one computers. The option will come as a relief to users who were saddened by the lack of any VESA-mounting option on the new iMac design. After making sure the part fits through the access port, I’d remove the mount assembly and work with it on its own.Apple quietly updated its iMac options to include versions with a built-in VESA mount adapter today (via AppleInsider), available on both 21.5-inch and 27-inch models for a $40 additional fee. With a properly shaped piece of metal, all you really need is a tap and die kit to create threaded bolt holes, plus perhaps a drill for the VESA mount plate. Not unlike the original iMac VESA adapter.

Thus, all you really need to do is fabricate a short adapter that will attach to the mount assembly internally, extend beyond the shell of the iMac, and attach to a VESA mount plate.

The mount assembly is much the same as the old one with the major difference being the aforesaid orientation of the set screws. Important note: Macworld and I take absolutely no responsibility for any damage you do to your iMac during any step of any alteration or use of a homemade adapter. I’m merely pointing out possible paths to VESA compatibility for those willing to take a risk-an extremely slight one if you’re capable. Alternatively, the brains to let someone who really knows what they’re doing handle it. Now I’m going to address the distinct minority of the iMac community who have the ability and gumption to disassemble their iMac, as well as fabricate simple metal parts. Advanced DIY (or have someone else do it)

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