Can I use my older iMac strictly as a monitor
I have a 24" iMac (early 2009) that I realize is a dinosaur! It still works ok, but we are getting a new MacBook soon. Can I use the iMac as a monitor for the MacBook when I desire a larger screen?
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I have a 24" iMac (early 2009) that I realize is a dinosaur! It still works ok, but we are getting a new MacBook soon. Can I use the iMac as a monitor for the MacBook when I desire a larger screen?
No sorry, only the Late 2009 27" iMac plus a few other later models supported Target Display Mode.
The list of supported iMac's is at > Use your iMac as a display with target display mode - Apple Support
No sorry, only the Late 2009 27" iMac plus a few other later models supported Target Display Mode.
The list of supported iMac's is at > Use your iMac as a display with target display mode - Apple Support
Early 2009 iMac will definitely not work as a second display.
I own one and I know.
With that said, there is a way if you are willing to totally
gut the iMac, cut holes in the case, and take a chance on
some "hobbyists" graphics adapter card on eBay (which as
anything on eBay is a gamble) that is an
exact match to the LG panel in the early 2009 iMac and
possibly end up with a pile of scrap with a lot of money and
time spent...
Better off just donating it or recycle it.
Doubtful. There are a lot of hoops:
Use your iMac as a display with target display mode - Apple Support
Can I use my older iMac strictly as a monitor