Apple+ escape should do it.
apple.com said:(4) Apple Remote available as a custom option on the 17-inch iMac model with 1.83GHz processor
does it have thebuilt in iSight? i think that all of the ones that have the built in iSight have front row.
If it has Front Row installed then it should have the infra red receiver in the front round about where the apple symbol is, I believe.
Otherwise in the meantime just use the up/down arrows/Return key to navigate.
Strange, there's no remote ... I take it you purchased this second hand? If not, I'd be askin' for a remote.
Wow I didn't know it was a custom option with that iMac!
And to answer the kids questions as no-one here has yet:
Yes, if you buy a remote, you will be able to take advantage of Front Row.
If the remote doesn't work out-of-the-box, try this.
In the Box
iMac
Apple Keyboard
Mighty Mouse
Apple Remote(1)
Power cord
Install/restore DVDs
Printed and electronic documentation
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1. Not included with 17-inch iMac with a 1.83GHz processor.
Right you are iRock! From Apple's website:
And glad you got the solution to your problem.