javajazz

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Q: imac 8,1 as an extended display to macbook 5,2?

Hello

I want to make my iMac 8,1 as an extended display of a macbook 5,2.

Is this possible? what cable do I need to perform this?

Both of them have these ports: Mini DVI and firewire.

Can I use Mini DVI to Mini DVI cable?

Thanks

iMac, iMac 8,1

Posted on Apr 3, 2015 4:01 AM

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Q: imac 8,1 as an extended display to macbook 5,2?

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by Rudegar,

Rudegar Apr 3, 2015 4:21 AM in response to javajazz
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Apr 3, 2015 4:21 AM in response to javajazz

Target Display Mode: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) - Apple Support

OS X Yosemite: Use another Mac as a display

more
os x target display mode
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by rkaufmann87,

rkaufmann87 Apr 3, 2015 5:54 AM in response to javajazz
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Photos for Mac

Apr 3, 2015 5:54 AM in response to javajazz

Your 8.1 machine does not have the ability to be used as an external display unless you use some very old and slow sotfware. Read the links Rudegar provided.
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by javajazz,

javajazz Apr 4, 2015 3:23 AM in response to Rudegar
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Apr 4, 2015 3:23 AM in response to Rudegar

Many thanks Rudegar. However I have read these links before i ask my question to this community.

I can not find the answer in those articles so I am asking whether there are any user who had the same experience.
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by javajazz,

javajazz Apr 4, 2015 3:25 AM in response to rkaufmann87
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Apr 4, 2015 3:25 AM in response to rkaufmann87

Many thanks Rkaufmann87. I wondered if there is any solution, either I have to downgrade the OS or installing any app that can support.
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by Mike Sombrio,

Mike Sombrio Apr 4, 2015 4:42 AM in response to javajazz
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Apr 4, 2015 4:42 AM in response to javajazz

You can try AirParrot http://www.airsquirrels.com/airparrot/ if you're running 10.7.5 or later. It may or may not perform to your satisfaction.
There is no hardware solution in your case because your iMac is not capable of receiving video through it's mini dvi port.
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by rkaufmann87,

rkaufmann87 Apr 4, 2015 7:38 AM in response to Mike Sombrio
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Photos for Mac

Apr 4, 2015 7:38 AM in response to Mike Sombrio

Mike,

While Air Parrot is a good app, it will not do what he wants. Please re-read the OP's original post.
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by Mike Sombrio,

Mike Sombrio Apr 4, 2015 11:44 AM in response to rkaufmann87
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Apr 4, 2015 11:44 AM in response to rkaufmann87

Ralph, you're right.....I just got my apps crossed up I of course meant to refer him to Screen Recycler http://www.screenrecycler.com/ScreenRecycler.html
I probably shouldn't post until I've had my morning coffee.
Thanks
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