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Can I use an old iMac as a monitor for a Mac mini?

I need to know if I can use an iMac as a monitor for a new Mac mini

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Posted on Aug 19, 2024 9:19 AM

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den.thed

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Posted on Aug 19, 2024 10:23 AM

No sorry, a new Mac mini can not use an old iMac as a display in Target Display Mode.

carefully read > Use your iMac as a display with target display mode - Apple Support

If you have a new Mac mini, you will also need a external display.

see > Connect a display to Mac mini - Apple Support

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