Using iMac (20-inch, Mid 2009) as Display

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Cescasco Author

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Using iMac (20-inch, Mid 2009) as Display

How can I use my iMac (20-inch, Mid 2009) as a Display for my MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2017, Four Thunderbolt 3 Ports)?

iMac, macOS 10.13

Posted on May 12, 2020 10:53 AM

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BDAqua

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May 12, 2020 1:30 PM in response to Cescasco

Only the 2009/2010 iMacs with 27" screen work...

27-inch iMac models introduced in 2009 and 2010: Use a Mini DisplayPort cable to connect your iMac to a Mini DisplayPort or Thunderbolt or Thunderbolt 2 port on the other Mac.

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rkaufmann87

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May 12, 2020 10:58 AM in response to Cescasco

It is not possible, your 20" does not have the hardware to support that functionality. Sorry there are not work arounds either. Your best option is to buy an external display for the MBP.

Good luck.

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