Pitter's Computers
Pitter's Computers
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Target Display Mode - Your Best Option
A quick video going over the best option to use Target Display Mode. A 2009 or 2010 27" iMac. While other iMacs were able to do Target Display Mode, they are limited in their use nowadays. The 2009 and 2010 iMacs can still be useful monitors for a wide variety of computers today.
A link to the compatibility chart:
imgur.com/a/imac-target-display-mode-compatibility-chart-zLyM3ck
Cords used in video:
HDMI to Display Port - www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0752D33PJ/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&th=1
DisplayPort to MiniDisplay Port - www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07NW9XKGL/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&th=1
USB-C to MiniDisplayPort -
www.amazon.com/Cable-Matters-DisplayPort-Supportin...
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Видео

Taking a Mac from 1995 on the internet in 2023
Просмотров 551Год назад
In this video I connect an old 1995 PowerMac up to a modern high speed internet connection to see what will happen. Sources www.frogfind.com en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apple_Attachment_Unit_Interface lowendmac.com/2007/apples-aaui-ethernet-connector/ Music Credits uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/good-f... License code: D0N06I15LJDWPNHQ uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/love-m... License code: PVOSKAYX1SP7I7NN
Target Display Mode Guide: What iMacs can you use as a second monitor.
Просмотров 92 тыс.Год назад
In this second video about Target Display Mode, I break down which computers can be connected to certain iMacs to use them as a display. Compatibility Chart: imgur.com/a/zLyM3ck Adapters and cords used: Thunderbolt 3 to mini-DisplayPort: www.amazon.com/dp/B073CVK6P6?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details HDMI to DisplayPort: www.amazon.com/dp/B0752D33PJ?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_detail...
The First Intel Mac Mini: The start of the series
Просмотров 606Год назад
In this video we look at the first Intel Mac Mini release in 2006. Released after a short lived G4 version was for sale, the Mac Mini would go on in Apple's line up to be a popular, comparatively low cost option for an Apple computer. Here we look at what it was and it's hardware. Link for more information on the Mac Mini 2006 to 2007 firmware update: ruclips.net/video/EJA4OUIDa7Q/видео.html Mu...
REAL PC: Installing Windows 95 on a Mac
Просмотров 509Год назад
In this video we look a piece of software from 1997 called REAL PC that emulates DOS and Windows on Mac. We installed the program, a DOS game, and Windows 95! It really wasn't meant to be run on a Performa 6116CD, but we try anyways! Music Copyrights Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/good-feelings License code: D0N06I15LJDWPNHQ uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/love-machine ...
Target Display Mode: Using an iMac as a monitor
Просмотров 439 тыс.Год назад
UPDATE: I have a second video looking in further detail on what iMacs can be used: ruclips.net/video/eaBTzQBGDUE/видео.html In this video we look at a unique feature several iMac models had called Target Display Mode. It allows the iMac to be used as a monitor for another computer through a DisplayPort cable. More information from Apple: support.apple.com/en-us/HT204592 Music Copyright Music fr...
A Quick look at the G4 Cube: It's hip to be a square!
Просмотров 297Год назад
In this video we take a brief tour of the G4 Cube. We look at one of Apple's more famous "failures". Personally I love the Cube and its one of my most favorite computer, just because it was so different from anything else of its time. Music Copyright uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/love-machine License code: PVOSKAYX1SP7I7NN uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/good-feelings License code: D0N06I15LJDWPNHQ
More upgrades for the Performa 6116CD: Throwing some cache at the problem!
Просмотров 139Год назад
In this video we upgrade the RAM some more, add a level 2 cache, and install a SCSI2SD as a replacement for the old SCSI drive. Music Credits: Music by Joystock - www.joystock.org Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/good-feelings License code: D0N06I15LJDWPNHQ
PowerMac Performa 6116CD: RAM upgrade
Просмотров 97Год назад
In this video we take the Performa 6116CD from zero to hero with a RAM upgrade so that Dark Forces becomes playable. Music Credits: Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/good-feelings License code: D0N06I15LJDWPNHQ uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/love-machine License code: PVOSKAYX1SP7I7NN
Checking out the PowerMac Performa 6116CD
Просмотров 294Год назад
In this video we take a look at a computer near and dear to me, a Performa 6116CD in its stock configuration. Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/good-feelings License code: D0N06I15LJDWPNHQ

Комментарии

  • @bbmombo
    @bbmombo 8 часов назад

    Hi I love this ides. I have a 2009 IMac with a mini-display port. It is running OSX El Capitan. i have v10.11.6 cable connected to the mini-diaplay port on the iMac and the HDMI into my MacBoo Pro early 2015 running mac OS Monterey V12.7.6 i hook them up like you say ad nothing happens. What am I missing?

  • @eydu8
    @eydu8 День назад

    anyone did it on the 24"? 2009, 2010

  • @eydu8
    @eydu8 День назад

    anyone made it work with a 2009, 24"?

  • @iona.1footinfront840
    @iona.1footinfront840 2 дня назад

    it needs to be more specific on the most important aspect : what is the exact description of the mini display port cable cable ?? there are so many types !

  • @emelynreddy3720
    @emelynreddy3720 3 дня назад

    Can I use a thunderbolt to a usb c cable?

  • @pedrochimeno2999
    @pedrochimeno2999 5 дней назад

    Suddenly, cmd +f2 is not working any more! why?

  • @CaioKoinaski
    @CaioKoinaski 6 дней назад

    Thanks so much for the explanation

  • @torrentsofnothing2928
    @torrentsofnothing2928 8 дней назад

    Do you have to be signed into the Mac every time?

  • @giacomofalchetta1099
    @giacomofalchetta1099 8 дней назад

    FUCK APPLE!

  • @sherriwilcox6916
    @sherriwilcox6916 11 дней назад

    Thank you about my 20inch Imac 2009. I can get rid of it now!

  • @phanthiram.4287
    @phanthiram.4287 11 дней назад

    Thank you for your clarification. I tried using a Dell notebook with a Type-C/HDMI to mini DP port with an iMac 2009 21.5" several times, and it did not work. Your table allows me to give up and move on.

  • @wilmarsoaki1831
    @wilmarsoaki1831 12 дней назад

    My 27" iMac was my first Apple product and I don't want to be without this wonderful screen. Will it work with a recent Mac Mini? Thank you

  • @Lily-rose_64783
    @Lily-rose_64783 20 дней назад

    Is it possible to do this but with a ps4? Or even a ps1?

  • @marcbadjou7927
    @marcbadjou7927 21 день назад

    Hi, thx for the video, I have a question, at 2:16 the black cable is HDMI that you plug in the Lenovo ?

  • @andrebruwer7326
    @andrebruwer7326 21 день назад

    Thank you for this video. To be clear, a new m2 macbook air 2024 won't work with a late 2013 imac 27inch? It has to be a laptop before 2020?

  • @adriandavidpayne
    @adriandavidpayne 22 дня назад

    where did you find that thunderbolt 2 cable to thunderbolt 3 cable hooked into the mini?

  • @harissonbond7499
    @harissonbond7499 26 дней назад

    sucks I want to use my imac 2012 as an external display for my pc but according to this video it's not compatible :(

  • @athin95
    @athin95 Месяц назад

    bro cable name or cable buy link

  • @hypnoshroomwes3592
    @hypnoshroomwes3592 Месяц назад

    I have a question, I have a late 2009 iMac 27” running Mac OS high sierra with mini display port and I want to use it as a monitor for my ps3. On aliexpress there are a lot of cables from mini display port to hdmi without any usb power. Will they work? Or do I need a usb powered converter?

    • @PittersComputers
      @PittersComputers Месяц назад

      Honestly I would stick with one that has has the USB power. You can plug the USB part into the PS3 or iMac, it doesn't matter. The ones on Aliexpress may work, but you never know. Whatever adapter you do get, make sure it's unidirectional.

  • @warrenburddleson2984
    @warrenburddleson2984 Месяц назад

    is there a way to do this but retain the audio on the original computer rather than have it transferred to the slave?

    • @icecreammango4330
      @icecreammango4330 Месяц назад

      I think you should be able to select the audio output source.

  • @ggisold
    @ggisold Месяц назад

    What I do on these older Mac’s is just run windows on it

  • @PeteMOBie1
    @PeteMOBie1 Месяц назад

    Thanks for taking the trouble to experiment. Like @msmith3537's experience, you have saved me from banging my head against a wall trying to get a Lenovo PC with Display Port and HDMI to work with a 27 inch iMac from 2011. However I can use my 2011 iMac with my 2013 iMac via Thunderbolt 1.

  • @DavidAscarrunz
    @DavidAscarrunz Месяц назад

    I have a 2013 iMac, will I be able to plug my gaming pc into it and use the iMac as a monitor with a thunderbolt to hdmi adapter? About to test it out tomorrow curious if you could answer beforehand

    • @PittersComputers
      @PittersComputers Месяц назад

      @@DavidAscarrunz Unfortunately that won’t work. The 2013 iMacs were only able to do Target Display Mode with certain other Mac models and nothing else.

    • @DavidAscarrunz
      @DavidAscarrunz Месяц назад

      @@PittersComputers :(

    • @appleleptiker
      @appleleptiker Месяц назад

      I think I once heard of certain Hardware you could replace that basically removes the PC out of the iMac and turns it into a Monitor... but I don't really remember when, where or if it ever worked. And yes. I did just call the iMac a "PC"

  • @jessefrankema4836
    @jessefrankema4836 Месяц назад

    Hi! I have a Macbook Air M3 with a late 2013 27" iMac running Catalina I hope to use as a second monitor. Would that work with a Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt 2 adapter and a Thunderbolt 2 cable? Just plugging it in doesn't seem functional.

    • @PittersComputers
      @PittersComputers Месяц назад

      Sadly it won't work that way. A 2013 iMac will only do Target Display Mode with certain older Macs before ARM and running Catalina and earlier.

    • @jessefrankema4836
      @jessefrankema4836 Месяц назад

      @@PittersComputers Thanks for the reply! Would this solution work with a 2008 iMac, or is the M3 Macbook the problem?

  • @johnnyeyes7399
    @johnnyeyes7399 Месяц назад

    can you use thunderbolt to hdmi adapter?

    • @PittersComputers
      @PittersComputers Месяц назад

      Maybe, but I would be skeptical of that working for any of the 2011-mid 2014 iMacs with another Mac. And it would only be possible on the 2011-mid 2014 iMacs as they are the only ones that had Thunderbolt ports and did Target Display Mode.

  • @Zrobmyhalas
    @Zrobmyhalas Месяц назад

    i use thunderbolt+hdmi+switch to usb C to connect imac 2012 with catalina and macbook pro 2019 sonoma, but it doesnt works...

  • @exactingdeseno3027
    @exactingdeseno3027 Месяц назад

    So we can’t connect to late 2015 iMac

    • @PittersComputers
      @PittersComputers Месяц назад

      Nope, it never supported Target Display Mode.

  • @avery8100
    @avery8100 Месяц назад

    About time! Apple makes great monitors.

  • @AlbyE-m3q
    @AlbyE-m3q Месяц назад

    Can it also be use with a console? Like ps4 o ps5?

  • @pcar928fan
    @pcar928fan Месяц назад

    What about a 2016 27” iMac? Could that be used with a Mac Studio? What about a 24” 2008 iMac? Can that be used as a display for a MacBook Air M1???

  • @dariabernabei7778
    @dariabernabei7778 Месяц назад

    ohhh my iMac 27 from mid 2011 doesn't have a thunderbolt port (only minidisplay) and didn't manage to find a way to make it work :( is a pity that such a beautiful monitor cannot be used anymore

  • @bushnellstudentlife2966
    @bushnellstudentlife2966 Месяц назад

    Can my 2021 MacBook M1 Pro use my old 2009 27" iMac as a monitor? If so, what cables do you recommend? Can you please share a link to purchase?

    • @PittersComputers
      @PittersComputers Месяц назад

      Yes, it should be able to. I'm using an M2 Mac Mini with a 27" 2009 iMac as my main monitor. Any USB-C to Mini DisplayPort cable would be the easiest way to do it. One like this. www.amazon.com/Cable-Matters-DisplayPort-Supporting-Black/dp/B0777S15V2/ref=sr_1_6?sr=8-6

  • @jakefoster9651
    @jakefoster9651 Месяц назад

    This is the 1 video anyone needs when looking into this, thank you!

  • @Nathan15038
    @Nathan15038 Месяц назад

    Could confirm using my $6000 M3 Max MacBook Pro 16in could be connected to my 27in 2010 maxed out iMac by just using a $15-$16 mini display to thunderbolt cable. It also has been running fine and the only problem is you could only control the resolution from the main machine if you were planning to use the keyboard and mouse/trackpad onto your MacBook. Otherwise, on your main machine, which for me is my MacBook Pro you can’t control the brightness or sound of iMac, but if you did have an extra keyboard or the original keyboard hooked up to the iMac or still pair to iMac, then you could control it using the keyboard function keys, or F hot keys.😊👍

  • @sidensvans67
    @sidensvans67 2 месяца назад

    Thank you .

  • @libtekk
    @libtekk 2 месяца назад

    I’ve got a 27 inch iMac will that work.

  • @Fazzaaahhh
    @Fazzaaahhh 2 месяца назад

    heyy this is an amazing video can you say the cabls name you used i need to buy it cuz i got a old mac..

  • @roxannew4467
    @roxannew4467 2 месяца назад

    I am trying to use iMac 2013 with Catalina installed and use my MacBook m1 with a usb dock them to hdmi to thunderbolt and it’s doing nothing

  • @debrarolands3213
    @debrarolands3213 2 месяца назад

    Hi, can you help me? I have an early 2009 with a display port. But what I'm reading is that the OS needs to be High Sierra. It's a newer OS, I can't remember what version, but I couldn't update to the lastest because of space. My question is, do I need High Sierra to run my old mac as a monitor?

  • @bigbybigby
    @bigbybigby 2 месяца назад

    Super helpful. I've spent 10 hours trying to figure out why my 2009 21 inch imac wouldn't get into target display mode, ugh.

  • @CotierW
    @CotierW 2 месяца назад

    What is the make/model # of the monitor you're using? I'm looking for one to go with my PowerMac 7100, and yours looks perfect. :)

    • @PittersComputers
      @PittersComputers 2 месяца назад

      Hello, it's a NEC AccuSync LCD52V, with a model number of L154F0. I bought it off Ebay a few years ago. Good luck finding your perfect monitor!

    • @CotierW
      @CotierW 2 месяца назад

      @@PittersComputers Thank you for the response! The monitor looks really good with your Mac. :)

  • @MohamedElMassry-fw9ez
    @MohamedElMassry-fw9ez 2 месяца назад

    I have 2010 imac 21.5 inch with display port, so why it cannot be used as a monitor? Is it because it won’t run OS High Sierra?

  • @paulgervasi6097
    @paulgervasi6097 2 месяца назад

    I'm trying to connect a Mac Pro Late 2013 running Montery to my 27in mid 2010 iMac running High Sierra, but I'm confused on which cable to use. I tried a Display Port to HDMI, but it doesn't seem to work. Can anyone clear that up for me?

  • @user-tx1np9zf7g
    @user-tx1np9zf7g 2 месяца назад

    Hello, would you please tell me if I can I use the same cable in video and connect this imac 2009 model to the mac mini m2? And which is better/easier to buy (imac 2009) or (imac 2011) if i wana use it as display monitor to my mac mini m2? Any quick help please?

  • @ARMawhorter
    @ARMawhorter 2 месяца назад

    Thank you so much. This was very clearly explained. The best I've found.

  • @donelson52
    @donelson52 3 месяца назад

    What about 2017 iMac 27" 5K, 4.2 GHz Intel i7 Kaby Lake, 24 GB RAM, 1TB internal SSPOLARIS 4x NVMe SSD as boot volume, 4TB internal Crucial SATA SSD, Radeon Pro 580 with 8 GB vram, MacOS Monterey 12.x latest

  • @injusticemattersuk4744
    @injusticemattersuk4744 3 месяца назад

    I like the old ones better. You can upgrade those. You can't do that with the new ones.

  • @laloca_art
    @laloca_art 3 месяца назад

    I want to use an iMac from mid 2010 and it doesn't use the computer automatically as a display. Also nothing works if I press command and F2. Any ideas what could be wrong?

  • @Danumals
    @Danumals 3 месяца назад

    do you have to log in on the iMac?

  • @josephwhittaker2065
    @josephwhittaker2065 3 месяца назад

    Shame newer imacs dont have this option