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This is really helpful, and I was able to get my iMac to work as a second display for my Macbook. Question for you - when I plug my Macbook in to charge, it kicks off as a second display. I'm not able to get it to work again until I unplug from charging. Anyone else have this issue? Solutions?
I don’t have an answer ( I no longer have my old iMac), but I’ll pin your question. They video gets a lot views. Thank you!
Channel has newer vids for M1, but I don't recommend them 100% for professional video/photo work
I have a 2012 iMac no longer in use. Nothing wrong with monitor. I am wanting a 2024 Mini Mac. Are these compatible & what do I need to link them together? Co$t?
Please turn the background music down. Great information
I was trying to do something like this with my MacBook Air M1 and 2013 iMac. I just realized tonight I can just use Mission Control and the built in Mac screen sharing to complete something similar. Just turn on Mission Control on your Apple Silicon device. Connect to your iMac via screen sharing. Put the iMac screen share in full screen. Now you can 3 finger swipe between the two screens and control your iMac with your MacBook trackpad. Both computers are running at the same time but it's like having dual monitors. You can also transfer files between the two devices or create more virtual desktops to swipe through. Another option is to add a second monitor to either computer and use the same setup if you prefer to use the MacBook closed. Free no cables or apps to download. Can also add iPad in side car mode to the M1.
hi, i am planning to buy m3 macbook air. I have an iMac (late 2012) at home and would like to turn it into an external display for new m3 macbook air. Will your method above mentioned work well for this setup? thanks
For everyone who owns more recent iMac Retina display the cable solution WON'T work. But you can do it using a tiny device called "Luna Display" which cost the same as those 2 cables. I'm not sponsored or anything :-) I just try to find videos about it, videos that show clearly if this devide works or not but each time I end up with youtuber using the cable method with too old iMac as an exemple...
Mine is 2015 Retina 27" iMac and Luna display seems to be the best solution so far. It requires a good wifi connection apparently but I cannot find out how good.
Maybe Jaime can test this for us :-)
Hope this can help!
I press command F2 on the iMac keyboard, nothing happens, did I miss a step?
Here's a better script you should have opened the video with: "For anyone interested in making their macbook pro an external display on their iMac, BEWARE! Not all iMacs allow target display modes, such as these years/models: xxxx, xxxx, xxxx. These models years, however, can set this function up with a simple thunderbolt cable/adapter. Here's how to do it."
By introducing this concept up front (opposed to burying this huge detail 1:30 in), it's far more clear.
lol thanks for your advice, look forward to seeing content you produce
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I just used Screen Sharing on both my iMac Early2009 and MacBook Air Early 2015. Made sure that they were both on the same network. This worked to get my MacBook Air image on to my iMac. Didn't have to buy anything!
Can you explain how to do screen sharing?
@@shirleyhampton7721 Click on Apple icon in top left hand corner. Go to System Preferences. Click on Sharing Folder. Click on turn on Screen Sharing. Both devices have to be on same wifi network. Good Luck!
@@GaryEisenberglol6 right but thats not what he's doing here, you're talking about using your Macbook screen on your iMac. This situation is using the iMac as a SECOND screen, so you have two screens, not a mirrored one screen.
@@GaryEisenberglol6 Thanks for these instructions! Works just how I need
didn't you have a lag?
I'm having trouble with this. I connected everything together, but when I press cmd+f2, it's not working. I looked online for every solution, but to no avail. I even checked my thunderbolt connection in network, and strangely enough nothing showed up. Is there a fix for this?
is this a 4K iMac or M1 MacBook? If so, read description
i have a new Imac and a new Macbook air. Just using the imac right now the macbook air is just in the box. I will eventually try this if I can't sell the macbook air. As even brand new airs based on the market are worth 50% less. So then if I cannot sell this Air I will turn my imac into a supercomputer. I also have another old macbook pro which can be used with the air and imac simultaneously as shown in super computer tutorials online.
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It works perfectly now in 2024! This will help me a lot with OBS Studio. Thanks for sharing Jaime! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Keep in mind this is a 3+ yr old video and only works with older Macs
@@JaimeJMarrero I followed your instructions and it worked perfectly on my iMac 2012 (SSD) and Macbook 2015. Thanks!!
I successfully display my MacBook screen to iMac, but I can't play sound on iMac, how to solve this problem? Thanks.
Unfortunately no, it only functions as a monitor in this mode and looses all of its iMac abilities--webcam, keyboard, and speakers etc.
The speakers work if you install the original software that the iMac came with, in my case a 2013 27 iMac running Mavericks and a 2019 16 MBP running Monterey
can you connect an 2021 M1 Pro MacBook to a 5k display iMac from 2014?
no
I love the Eevee on your desk. Also new subscriber here & you have quickly become my new favourite tech RUclipsr!
Haha, Eevee is my favorite!!! Thanks for the sub and hopefully I earn a couple chuckles from you as I explore technology
Chances are I already received my cheap ass cord from Amazon today and now I wanna cry.
Ahhh, return it!
Sorry for bothering, could I use my late 2013 21.5’ iMac as my display for M1 MacBook Pro? Is it possible using the method in this video? Many thanks!!!🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
It is not, check the description for a newer dongle that works with M1
Thank you so much for this video! it was SUPER helpful and simple!
For future buyers..... i bought 2 cheap china branded cord to do make this connection and it doesn't work... maybe its Apple cord only...
Yes, I mention that in the vid. Thanks for the view 🙏🏽
Finding the cables in Mexico is such a damn odyssey 😢 idk what to do
When you use the Thunderbolt to USB-C Adaptor and the Thunderbolt Cord in this video, are you able to use the camera, speakers and microphone built into the iMac? Or are you only limited to use the camera, speakers, and microphone of your MacBook? I am hoping to initially use my iMac as the main display for a new Mac Studio Max. Thanks!
No, iMac is just a display. Congrats on the Mac Studio, but this dongle will not work. Other vid on the channel discusses M1 dongle (it might be in the description)
yeah, just rewatched. You don't make it clear at all that this will NOT work on every iMac computer.
1:30
Loved this, exactly what we needed. Went to Best Buy 3 times and none of the employees can help us!
The power of YoTube! Thanks for the comment and enjoy your setup ☺️
This is so frustrating. I’ve purchased so many chords in the last few weeks and I cannot figure out how to use my iMac as a display! Curse you apple!
@@leilanidoofy90 Did these dongles not work for you? Should work for non-M1 Macs and non 4K/5K iMacs.
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@@JaimeJMarrero I have a macbook pro 13 2015 and I want to connec it to my iMac 5k 2020 what do I need?
It’s also a meter not a millimeter
Hmm, i just reinstalled catalina to high sierra because it didnt work on catalina and i read somewhere it is supported only up to high sierra. Quote from apple support page: "Make sure that your iMac is using macOS High Sierra 10.13.6 or earlier. You can't use target display mode with later versions of macOS, or with Boot Camp and Windows."
What model MacBook?
I have tried Many different ways and I Fully Agree with you, there is No Chepper way.
One question, will this work with the iPad Air 4?
No, different dongle in description works with iPad/Mac
@@JaimeJMarrero Thank You Jaime.
Continued Blessings.
@@JaimeJMarreroJamime,
Really hate to be a bother but I am not sure of the second dongle you are referring to and I don't won't to order the wrong one.
Please advise.
only works if both macs are older. If you have a 2020 mac and a 2014 iMac it doesnt work.
Thx ,very helpful because I didn't know how to do it.
Just keep in mind this is for older Mac models. Before M1 or 5K
why i need both a TB2 cable and an adapter? would not it make sense to purchase straight TB3 and save some money? also, on brand new Mac Air and iMac is there a way to do so wireless, or you still need a cable?
Old iMacs don't have USB-C ports and only have the TB2 that looks like a Mini Display Port. Thanks for the comment and thanks for watching!
Im trying this a MacBook Pro 2021 16 and iMac 2015 late model and it doesn't work. Any thoughts? Great video!
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EXCELLENT AND VERY COMPLETE INFO THANK YOU!! You seems very nice person 😎👍
I try to be 😌, and thanks!
Thanks for the info. Can I confirm that my macOS Sierra iMac 21.5 inch , late 2013 would be suitable to use as a monitor for my new Mac air? Thanks
It will not, red description
I have the correct cables, but it still doesn't seem to work with my MacBook Pro (works with my MacBook Air though). I have a 2020 MacBook Pro running Catalina and a 21.5 inch, late 2013 iMac running Catalina. Should this work or is my set up not sufficient? Thanks!
Is the 2020 MBP Intel or M1? Unfortunately, M1 is not supported, there's another video on the channel that covers this. If it is Intel, should deff work.
@@JaimeJMarrero It's intel...hm, not sure what's going on then. I'll keep playing around hopefully it works. Thanks so much!
question: I am looking into buying a Apple Studio, will the display for for the Studio or will I have to buy a cinema display?
Hi, I have iMac 27 2012 model. How to connect it to new MacBook Pro 14 inch ? Also, can I connect the same iMac to the new Mac Studio?
This video was made prior to M1, check out the channel (and possibly the description) for newer solutions for M1
Can you guide how to use the iMac 2017 as extended display or 2nd monitor with new MacBook Pro M1 max
Check out my channel ☺️
Would love to see an updated version for connecting iPad Air 4 with Imac.
ive been trying for days to use my 21.5 inch mid 2011 imac as a display for my 15 inch 2019 MacBook pro and it's not working at all, what can I do?? When I press control+F2 it just doesn't do anything. Im using apple cables and I know they are connected correctly. Please help this is very frustrating
Thanks for the comment, these two products should be compatible if your iMac is on the correct OS and authentic Apple dongles. If not, check out my other solution on my channel using a different dongle. If you are able return the Apple dongle and swap it for the link in the description to this or my newer videos. Thanks again.
I have an iMac 2020 that I would like to use as a second monitor for my 2019 MacBook Pro laptop, would this work for me? Do I need a thunderbolt 3 or 4?
iMac 2020 is not compatible, check out the channel for an updated dongle that works will all new Macs.
Hi Jamie, great video! Wondering which MacBook you are using?
I have tried the exact same chords (as well as multiple others!) with my MacBook (Retina, 12-inch, 2017) to my display screen: iMac (Retina 4K, 21.5", Late 2015). At this point I've given up hope for an external Macbook to have an external display.
I appreciate the comment very much! unfortunately, 4K/5K, or M1's aren't compatible for this setup, just older iMacs/MacBooks. Apple disable Target Display Mode with these newer models. However, explore the comments here--many have found 'screen sharing' workarounds or recommend Luna Display (its a dongle). I've been edging on purchasing a Luna Display to test this out for everyone. Hope this response earns a Subscribe :-) take care.
@@JaimeJMarrero Ahh, thank you very much! So so helpful, i'll keep perusing comments. The Luna Display looks interesting, i'm going to do some more research into that. Appreciate your reply!
What kind of speakers are those? and what year is your macbook pro?
16” MacBook Pro 2019 (current model) and Kanto YU2 speakers (come in many finishes). Thanks for noticing my desk setup ☺️ and thanks for watching/commenting
Hey Jaime great video!, I would like to know if this will work with a Macbook Air M1 (BigSur) and a late 2012 iMac (Mojave)? Thanks
Sorry, not M1. See description or Channel for more accurate solution
I have a late 2013 15" Macbook pro and a late 2012 27" iMac I use at a holiday home. I'd like to use the iMac as the main monitor. Can I do that using the Macbook, using the Apple USB 3 to T2 & Thunderbolt cables you advise or would I be better off buying a new Mac mini and using the iMac as the main monitor. If so would I use the same cables?
I would use the suggested the dongles for your holiday home. The Mac minis will need a different dongle if you want to use the iMac as a screen. Video on that is in the description or on my channel. Thanks for the view and let us know what you chose 🙂
I just felt the pain I own an apollo twin and I had to buy that adapter now I have to buy the same adapter and the thunderbolt cable to be able to use my 4k 2019 Imac with my M2 Max macbook pro thanks for the video
Congrats on the M2 and I too enjoy a good slasher 🩸
First of all, if anyone has a 2017 iMac desktop computer - external display will NOT work. My god, what a waste of time trying to figure this out. I went to best buy, then then the apple store only to finalllly learn that it is impossible for certain years of imac.
Yes, it’s in the description and the video. So if they don’t notice it there, I doubt the will waste there time in the comments
@@JaimeJMarrero where is 2017 imac is in the description?
Surely you can just mirror or Apple air drop whatever it’s called ?
Correct, you can now (this was filmed over a year ago) but both computer will need to run Monterey (won’t run on older Macs) and AirPlay will only mirror, not add a screen.
Does this work with a windows pc as well or strictly apple products?
No, but I do have videos for Windows on the channel
Optimal!
I have an IMAC META 2011 HIGH SIERRA and a MAC BOOK PRO 2106 MONTEREY.
Can this work or does it take CATALINA?
Thank you
So using my macbook pro 2022 (m1 max) will not work together with my iMac late 2012 with this setup? :/
It won’t, the description has a newer dongle that works with M1
Jaime - What would you suggest for an iMac (Mojave - Retina 5k, 27-inch 2017) and a MacBook Pro (Catalina - Retina, 13-inch, Early 2015)? I don't really care which one is the primary screen and which is the secondary, just trying to use them together. Thanks!
Hi Josh@ I don't have a 5K version, so I have not run into this myself but I do know that Apple does not support Target Display for the newer iMacs. Based on the comments here Luna Display from Astropad would be the way to go. astropad.com/product/lunadisplay/
@@JaimeJMarrero Thanks!
Only for mirroring or can split monitor? If can split, can it be split over more than one monitor display?
My device : MacbookPro 2012 ... Imac 2012... Samsung Monitor..
Can be set up to all this display?
Thanks in advance
My daughter gave me her IMAC but can i use that as an extra monitor to my chromebook?
I'm sorry, I don't know of a solution with a Chromebook. Luna Display dongle might, but I think thats for PCs/Macs
@@JaimeJMarrero I will check it out and I really appreicate you responding to my question. So glad you such these videos to help everyone!
Questions, so I have an M1 MacBook Air right under my iCloud and my dad has a 2012 iMac under his iCloud. I want to be able to do this with his iMac but use my laptop so that I can work at his desk and use his iMac as a second display, will this work the same way or will they both need to be under the same account and how can I make it so I can have it be used as a regular iMac when I don't need to work at his desk?
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@@JaimeJMarrero I read the description,unfortunately I cannot use the iMac as a second display,not a big deal though
@@Cameronjankowski18 Theres a different dongle that works, on the channel and i believe also in the description
Best video ever for this problem.
HI Jaime, Very helpful video. Question: In connecting iMacA to iMacB, is there a minimum year or MacOS version that would not work ?
Yes, anything that supports M1 and beyond. This video is 4+ years old
So i´ll try to use my mid 2011 27" imac and connect it to my 2020 m1 mac book pro... what i don´t get just now ... is the thunderbolt cable is the same as USB-C? ... USB-C is the same as thunderbolt 2 or 3? i already have a USB-C to USB-C cable can i use it with an adaptor? if so it has to be the same you posted! thankkkksssss Jaime i´m a bit lost in here!
Hi Jessica, my channel has another video specific to the M1, I encourage you to watch them if you have time.
Any USB-C cable does not work, these are ‘Thunderbolt’. So although they look the same, they have more power. Your 2011 iMac won’t have USB-C, just the older Thunderbolt (looks like a Mini Display Port).
Hi there, thank you for the video. Is the purpose of this to get one bigger screen, or does it work like dual monitors where you can use both screens back and forth? Thanks.
Yes it does
Hey Jamie beautiful and informative video. I purchased and iMac mid 2014 21.5 inch and I have an old MacbookPro 2014 13inch. Both have thunderbolt connection, i I used Thunderbolt to HDMI, from iMac to MacBook, (didn’t work) also purchased Thunderbolt to Thunderbolt cable, non Apple brand, (didn’t work). I’be read most of your comments below. I just want to confirm that do I really need Apple brand Thunderbolt cables for this method to work? Please inform
Hey! I believe that with the 2014 iMac it should work with thunderbolt cables. I literally just uploaded a video on my Chanel where I made it work with a 2009 iMac through thunderbolt and mini DisplayPort...feel free to check it out 😁
Yea, in my experience we can't skimp out on the cables. I just got the AirPods Max and got a Headphone Jack/Lightning cord from Amazon and it doesn't work...so had to buy the $35 Apple version 😑. Sounds like you have the perfect combo of computers, so it should work and if it doesn't its prob the choice of dongles.
Thank you for your video, i just bought a macmini m1 and i tried to connect to my imac 27 ( 2012 version ) with catalina 10.15.5. I will get the cables you mention, hope it works. I'll get back to you after i get those cables.
Thanks for the view, but unfortunately M1 is not compatible with this setup. Check out my channel where I find a different dongle that works.
@@JaimeJMarrero It's too late.... i already get my 2 new cables and you are right, it's not working at all. I will try to return the cables and get luna, Thank you again and of course, i already subscribe your video. Thank you again for your video.
Hey Jamie, thanks for all wonderful tech solution you’re offering!
I have an iMac 2019 and I want to use it as monitor for pc (laptop). Do you think Luna display is gonna work?
I do appreciate your help
Luna yes, dongles in this video do not
Sorry Jaime, did not work on my late 2015 iMac. Spoke to Apple Support, they confirmed, this set up will not work with my MacBook Pro M3 pro chip. Folks with same MacBook, forewarned.
It says this in the description
hi thank you for all the info, do you know if we can do this with any laptop? I am trying to connect it to a DELL laptop
No, diff vid I have in the channel will work with Windows/Dell
I just love the way you present your information. Subscribe!
I appreciate the kind words 🙏🏽
Hi, awesome video. One question, are you sure you need an extra pair of Keyboard/mouse? (the Luna display homepage page mentions you only need 1 Keyboard/Mouse). Have you seen/heard any of this?
Yes, the Luna does not require separate mouse/keyboard. But the Apple dongles in this video do.
@@JaimeJMarrero Apple dongles you mean the thunderbolt 3 to 2 Adapter and the thunderbolt 2 cable? And if so, how do they require a new keyboard/mouse? Thanks for your time and patience btw.
EDIT: wait, you are not using Luna display at all in the video?
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Extremely good video production quality 👌
Appreciate it! Its been a full year now of learning.
Yeah but get a lav mic. Please. 🙏
Hiii love your video! I have a MacBook Air early 2015 and an imac early 2009. Do you think this would work?
Yep! Those seem to match up, just ensure the ports on the iMac have a USBC
@@JaimeJMarrero only usb 2 😭 maybe I can use an adapter usb3 to usb2?
the 2 sizes are half meter and 1 meter, not millimetres as you accidentally misspoke. :-)
You are correct Sir! Those universal measurements sure throw me off ;)
Help. Originally this worked great but now my iMac isn't activating after pushing command F2 for some reason. I'm wondering if it's because of the updates? Here's the info: Mid 2011 IMac running High Sierra 10.13.6 and a 2018 Macbook Pro running Sonoma 14.3.1 I've got the official cable and adaptor. It used to work fine as a second screen but a couple of moths back all of a sudden it stopped. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks
You come back to the video and aren’t subscribed, bye
Thank you for your reply. My team and I will be sure to share your response.
I have the same of your iMac 27 late 2012....I want to buy MacbookPro M1 14". It's possible to connect them like you did?
When they are connected, i want to close macbook pro and work with imac as display. Can I use keybord and magic mouse of imac?
Not with M1, read description
Thanks for this great explanation. Are you using a Thunderbolt 2 cable?
NB: I guess you mean hale a meter, not half a millimeter 🙂...
terribly annoying background musak
Thanks for the feedback, but hope you got the info you needed
I have an iMac 2013 and a MacBook Air 2019. Will this work. Have tried but keeping failing help.
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@@JaimeJMarrero I have a cheap windows keyboard would that make a difference. Where is the description.
So will a 2019 iMac be able to be used as a monitor with my new MacBook 14” pro closed?
No
Good video but you may need to brush up on your metric measurements. A millimeter is about the thickness of a dime.
So I am trying to do as video suggests but my screens still do not connect. One is a iMac 21.5 inch Late 2015 with Ventura 13.3.1 OS installed. The other is MacBook Air M1 2020 Ventura 13.3.1 OS. I have the dongle so thunderbolt to thunderbolt connect to MacBook Air and iMac. I am hitting command F2 but nothing is happening. Help?
Read description, not for M1. Newer solution in description. Don't forget to like and subscribe!
Hi there! Will this work to connect a 2019 macbook pro and a 2020 macbook pro by using two adapters and one thunderbolt cord? both not the retina 4k you mentioned. Thanks you!
Unfortunately it won't, but I have newer videos on my channel that will work for MacBook to MacBook compatibility. Thanks for watching!
Hey I have iMac 2015 quad core. Will this work on that? The iMac is now slow like snail and I don't wanna sell it cuz the screen is just amazing and I wanna use it for color grading my edits. My macbook pro is 2020 core i9 version.
Let me know thanks
No, see description
I have an iMacPro and I use it together with the BenQ monitor.. now I would like to use my iMac as a third/second screen.. is this possible?
Will a hp with usb c connect to my old iMac using this same method ?
No, PC solution on the channel or description
Hey thanks for the video. I wanted to share my experience in case it helps anyone. I’m currently trying this using the exact cables you have in the description on a (21.5 in Mid 2011 iMac, High Sierra 10.13.6) and a (2020 MacBook Pro Catalina 10.15.7). The keyboard that came with the iMac stopped working so I purchased a new Magic Keyboard (From Apple). I’ve also tried some of the troubleshooting you have mentioned in the comments. After many frustrating hours I was not able to get it to work. I came to the conclusion that this cannot be done using my 21.5 in Mid 2011 iMac or that it MUST be done with the keyboard that originally came with the iMac. Hope this helps and would be interested to hear how and if anyone was able to make this work using my same setup. Thanks!
Hi there! you need 2 key boards if you plan on using with the MacBook closed. The 2nd keyboard would be paired with the MacBook. Once you press the F2 the iMac keyboard can’t be used.
@@JaimeJMarrero Thanks for the response Jamie. I ended up buying an adapter that includes an HDMI port and purchased an HP Monitor from Best Buy (same cost as the cables lol). Really wanted to use the iMac but was too much of a headache in my case. Thanks for the great content, keep up the good work!
@@lorenzomartinez3205 Sounds like an amazing setup!
@@lorenzomartinez3205 Same problem here. From what I understand, the main issue with the 2011 iMac is that it has Thunderbolt 1 connectors and it seems you can only use Mini Display Port or Thunderbolt 2 but not Tb1. Anyone who found a solution, please feel free to share it with us. Duet Display won't work as it requires Mojave, Luna Display requires Catalina but the iMac 2011 is limited to High Sierra.
You could do a patch update to get majave and then it might work?
Man, your intro and outro are too loud.
Thanks for the video, anyway. 👍🏾
Thanks for the feedback! Its been a learning process. Lots has changed since this vid 🤣
hello i am just a little confused ,so i have a mid 2011 imac running High siera and a 2019 macbook running on big sur , will this method and cables be suitable for my devices ? love the video !!
Thanks for the view ☺️, the dongles from the video will work and they’re linked in the description
@@JaimeJMarrero thanks for the response, will this directly mirror what is happening on the macbook or will i be able to drag tabs over to to imac display ?
Hi do you think I can connect my MacBook Pro with iMac as a secondary display only use 1 cable (Usb C to Thunderbolt 2) instead of 2 cables that you were explain in this video? Thank you so much !! Hope you can answer my question
Thanks for the comment. I’ve heard mixed things about that approach and it might have to do with the models of Macs involved. Thanks for watching!
very clearly explained well done dear
Appreciate it 🙏🏽
Can we use usb c to hdmi instead of thunderbolt and can I use imac as a monitor for windows laptop
HDMI does not work. For Windows you will need a different dongle (in descript of the video)
Thanks for the video... can I ask where you got your desk?
Macy’s Furniture Store ☺️
Just wondering can this work for my Late 2014, Retina 5K, 27 inch iMac?
You’ll find your answer in the video or video description
Hi! I have a problem understanding, I can see that in this video a newer touchbar MacBook was used, and an iMac from late 2012 - same as mine!
I'm using late 2012 27" iMac running Catalina and 2020 13" Macbook Pro running Ventura, I bought the same dongles and after pressing Cmnd + F2 nothing happens. In some other video on youtube I learned that this combo won't work, but it's running smoothy on setup from this video. Because of that, I'm not sure if my MacBook is too new to this, maybe it's because of iMac's keyboard, or did someone sold me dongles that are not working? I can't tell now
But I'll be glad for info, which MacBook was used in this video and what can be the problem in my case
The MacBook can’t be M1, only Intel. If it’s Intel read the description for newer solution. Hope this helps
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@@JaimeJMarrero I get that there's Luna now, but I already bought these dongles and it still doesn't work, and it seems that we both have same devices so I can't figure out where's the problem :/
still I'd need to sell these cables first to buy Luna
Thanks for this, but the back of my 2017 iMac doesn't have the thunderbolt port. I am just baffled !!
Sounds like they're USB-C's. I have newer vids on the channel with a different dongle that may due what you need
@@JaimeJMarrero Ah okay, do you have the actual link. Saves me scouring everywhere for it lol
I should have checked before purchasing it yesterday. I just literally watched your video and went for it, not realising the back of my iMac could be different 🤦🏽♂️
Oh, man! I'm sorry! RUclips doesnt let us to post links in comments, but I am pretty sure its in the description of the video.
@@JaimeJMarrero Right, got ya. Will check it out. Thanks
Hey thanks for the video. I have a 2017 iMac 5k with 2 TB3 ports + MacBook Pro 16” 2019 (non-M1) chip. Can a direct TB3 cable work? Or do I still have to buy both the adapters as mentioned in the video? Many thanks. ❤
wont work
Will I be able to use my old iMAC GPU this way_ Or is just a monitor screen
Just screen
Hello Jaime, I have 2015 late iMac (Catalina) and have Macbook pro 2019(Ventura) will that works?
If the MacBook has Intel, yes
I have an old IMac 21.5 inch 2010 (High Sierra) and I want to connect it to my new Macbook Pro 14 inch 2021 as an external monitor. Before I buy the adapters i need, do you think it will work ??(because in the apple support page it says it wont support 2019 newer models). If you think it will work, I need to buy an thunderbolt 2 (mini displayport) to thunderbolt 2 and then an adapter from thunderbolt 2 to thunderbolt 3 (usb-c) right?
It won't work, but in the description of the video I have more information and a video that will help you
Hi, it doesn't seem to work with Catalina on the iMac right? It worked about a year ago but not anymore.
iMac late 2013 (Catalina)
Macbook Pro mid 2015 (Monterey)
Best
Based on what you shared, it should work. Are they Apple cords like the ones in the description?
@@JaimeJMarrero Hi thank you for your quick answer!!
Since it worked a year ago i think the cable should be fine? Its an aftermarket thunderbolt -> thunderbolt from "Cable Matters".
Do you run the latest mac OS on both devices?
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Kay
I got both but the command f2 is not doing anything
Be sure it’s not a 4K/5K/M1 iMac
So I bought these two cables and they didn't work. I have a windows keyboard being used for my iMac so I'm not sure if that's the issue since the shortcut might be different. Any suggestions are welcomed.
Hi, I hava MacbookPro M1 2022 - Monterey / an iMac Retina late 2014 will work? you can answer me that?
won't work with M1, read description of the video for a new solution that works on all Macs/iPads
I have a macbook pro m2 max 2023 and a iMac 27inch 5k 2017. I can use it as a monitor?
no
@@JaimeJMarrero that’s bad. Thank you for your answear .
Great video and Nice set up, link for those wooden stereo speakers pls
Thanks for watching and the comment! I miss that desk, its changed over the past year. I still have the speakers/stand and they're linked below
Bamboo Speakers amzn.to/35WP2Vl Speaker Stands amzn.to/3lXEo61
does this work with the latest imac as well? 👀
Unfortunately not
Any options for using the new iMac as a 2nd display for the MacBook, both running Big Sur? According to Apple, if running Big Sur, it is no longer possible to use the iMac as a 2nd display. The only option I’ve found is Screen Mirroring feature, however the MacBook display to the iMac ends up being about the same size as the MacBook screen making this workaround undesirable due to the small screen display size and wireless connectivity delay.
Thanks for the view and comment, I have another accessory I like to use that I showcase on newer videos on my channel- I believe this will do what you're looking for. Works with Big Sur and M1.
@@JaimeJMarrero what accessory is this? :)
Same issue here, love to see a solution
James Marrero @James Marrero, may i know what’s the solution?