iMac late 2013 as monitor

Hi,

I just got the latest MacbookPro 14’ with M1 chip and I need a monitor for work purposes, but on my desk I have an iMac late 2013 with Mac OS Catalina 10.15.7 that I could use as monitor.

Does anyone know if it is possible to connect it with a cable instead of buying 3rd party software/hardware?

If yes which cable should I buy? Thunderbolt 2 or 3 to USB-C? MiniDisplay?

Thank you for helping.

Posted on Jan 3, 2022 12:48 PM

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KiltedTim

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Jan 3, 2022 12:51 PM in response to Dannyfdrum

That's not possible. Sorry.

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