Q: I have 2 iMacs, one has a thunderbolt port and the other has a mini display port. Would it be possible to use one as an extension of the other? If so what cable would I need.

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As the title of the thread says. I have an older iMac with a mini display port and a newer iMac with a thunderbolt port. Would it be possible so that the older iMac is an extension of my new iMac. The reason for this is because logic x can be a abit clustered on one screen.

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Posted on Apr 18, 2015 11:55 AM

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Niel Apr 18, 2015 11:56 AM in response to Ryanhewitt
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Apr 18, 2015 11:56 AM in response to Ryanhewitt

Click here for information, or use a product such as ScreenRecycler.

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Apr 18, 2015 11:57 AM in response to Niel

NO cables needed then?
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Niel Apr 18, 2015 12:01 PM in response to Ryanhewitt
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Apr 18, 2015 12:01 PM in response to Ryanhewitt

If you use Target Display mode, see the article.
If you use ScreenRecycler or another product, you need an Ethernet, wireless, or other network connection.

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Ryanhewitt Apr 18, 2015 12:33 PM in response to Niel
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Apr 18, 2015 12:33 PM in response to Niel

One is mid 2010 which has mini display port and the other is mid 2011 Which has thunderbolt. What cable would I need? Sorry but I'm knew to iMac and apple.
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Niel Apr 19, 2015 7:15 AM in response to Ryanhewitt
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Apr 19, 2015 7:15 AM in response to Ryanhewitt

If you'll be using the 2010 iMac as the display, a Mini DisplayPort to Mini DisplayPort cable.
It's not possible to use the 2011 iMac as the display through Target Display mode in that configuration.

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