IMac menu bar probelem - it's very hard to describe

Could someone please take a look at this photo and give me a hint on what to search to find the solution to this problem?
https://files.me.com/daverogers/t5pzr4
Thanks!
Dave

So that multicolored stripe is at the top of your desktop (the menu bar)? Or is it further down (because there is a lot of dark/black space above it)?
If you are under warranty, I would call Apple or get to a Genius Bar. If you are not, make an appointment at your nearest Genius Bar where diagnosis is free.

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