Well, the new 2.3 G5 is all fixed. This is the one that began freezing - then froze permanently. Here's what we learned. At least 3 major components must be defective before you get a replacement machine. Our logic board was diagnosed defective, then the replacement also turned out to be defective. When the logic board isn't working, it's tough to diagnose any other problems. With the new logic board installed, they found the processor was also shot and had to be replaced. As each part had to be ordered, this is what took the three and a half weeks. However, Apple paid for a rental, while we waited the last week, so we are happy. Lynn The Upcoming Action Thriller "Search Dog's Raven" (SearchDogsRaven.com) Tells the Eerie Story of a Wilderness Search Dog Team known as 'Lost Raven'. ...Any search can turn deadly, as a young woman and her wilderness search dog are lured down a dangerous trail...