MacBook Air M1 with iMac 27" 2010 as secondary/external display works!
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- Опубликовано: 22 авг 2024
- Excuse my bumpy English, I had no script and just winged it.
M1 & Target Display Mode works: This is a quick and dirty video showing you that Apple’s article (support.apple....) about Target Display Mode is incorrect.
Target Display Mode is not a proprietary protocol where one Mac talks to another Mac and negotiates if displaying content is allowed. Target Display Mode is just a "software switch" inside of (in this case) the iMac. It can toggle between the input from the OS and the input from the Mini DisplayPort on its back. The kb article states that the host computer must have been introduced in 2019 or earlier and have macOS Catalina or earlier installed. That’s nonsense. If a potato can output a proper DisplayPort signal then an iMac with Target Display Mode and a Mini DiplayPort will most likely show it.
In this video I use a MacBook Air M1 from 2020 (running Big Sur 11.4) and an iMac 27" from 2010 (running High Sierra 10.13.6) and a cheap USB-C to Mini DisplayPort adapter and a Mini DisplayPort to Mini DisplayPort cable. Sometimes you have to press ⌘ + f2 to activate/toggle Target Display Mode, in my case it switched automatically without a needed input from me. If you have a question, drop it in the comment section below and I’ll try to answer it.
Btw. the expensive USB-C to Mini DisplayPort cable by "Mophie" purchased at Apple did not work. Could have been a faulty cable, could be because the cable is different from my current setup (note that I now use that cheap adapter and cable combo).
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I tried the same thing on iMac 27" 2013 (which according to Apple, this model still supports Target Display Mode), however this does not seem to work.
Apparently, iMac 2009-2010 has Mini Displayport icon above the port, means this port is purely a display port, while iMac 2011 and later has thunderbolt icon means this port is Thunderbolt 2, not just a display port.
And after researching, I found that iMac 2009-2010 seems like has hardware support to display whatever input on its Mini Displayport, doesn't matter if it's a Mac or even a Windows laptop.
So in conclusion, this trick won't work with iMac 2011 and later, it only works with iMac 2009-2010 with Mini Displayport table (Non-thunderbolt).
As I said a quadrillion times before here in the comments: the cables and adapters are most likely/always the problem. Some work, some don’t (even though they are labelled as working). This whole thing is trail and error on steroids.
for all you coming here out of despair, as already said in this thread, it works because that specific iMac is a 2010 model, with a display port builtin.
Nope, wrong. It works with a lot of old iMacs, not just that one model. Read my first 20 or so comments.
@@manuelmartensen it works for every imac that used display port so all made before 2011, those made after used the thunderbolt stuff. i'll wire you 500$ if you make this work with a 2011 27'' imac with direct link no duet, airplay or similar crap.
Hi ,great video , can you please list the cable parts and port names or amazon links what to buy ? Thank you I got sam year Imac and 2015 Macbook
Ive run a 2009 iMac for a secondary display for five years to my PC and it worked fine. I think I was using a Mini Display port to Display port cable. For it to work you need to be booted in OS on your iMac. This worked for me even though the cooler on the gfx card on the iMac died and I had to boot it in a safe state.
Thanks for that info. This confirmes my guess that the source doesn’t matter.
@@manuelmartensen
Since it's hit or miss which cords will work it would be helpful to link what was used for this video (sold on Amazon? Best Buy?). Second, has anybody had success with this setup but with Ventura? Third, I am trying to figure where the 2009 iMac fits, given this from Astropad/Luna:
Which Macs support Mini DisplayPort?
Most Macs after 2008 and prior to 2016 have Mini DisplayPort; however, the minimum system requirement for running Luna Display must be a 2011 Mac model or newer. Here is a list of Macs with Mini DisplayPort that support Luna Display:
iMac (Early 2011 to Late 2015)
MacBook Pro (Late 2011 to Mid 2015)
MacBook Air (Mid 2011 to 2017)
MacBook (Late 2011 to Mid 2010)
Mac Pro (2011 or newer)
Mac Mini (Early 2011 to Late 2014)
@@newsview7844 I did indeed listed the cables and adapters in the video description but seems a lot of people rather take the time to comment instead of taking the time to read. But those cables and adapters I’ve linked are probably not longer available but as I commented several times already: try to find cables or adapters that have video details in its description, most likely they support video if they have related video specs listed.
Can you choose to use the iMacs speakers when using as a secondary display?
I remember reading an article years ago that said 2009 and 2010 iMacs have support for working as an external monitor natively. 2011-2015 iMacs require target display mode. Maybe cable selection it's not the problem.
Interesting insight, do you remember where you read this? I want to upgrade to an m1 and use my imac 2010 as a display, every article is saying it's not possible though
@@jcraddz
I’m using my late 2009 iMac i7 as a 2nd monitor with my new MacBook Pro M1 and it works perfectly.
@@RodneyD what connections do you use to make this work?
@@RodneyD Me too, I'd like to know how you do it. Connecting cable? adapter? I have a 2009 iMac 27 El Capitan and I'd like to use it with MacStudio M1 Monterey. I have the Apple sold "Mophie" cable "USB-C to MiniDisplayPort" but so far it is not working.
@@jlpirotte2757
Mini display cable out of my iMac to usb-c on my M1 MacBook Pro,
The mini display cable looks just like a thunderbolt 2 cable but it’s not… BUT IT HAS TO BE A MINI DISPLAY CABLE OR IT WONT WORK.
im using an original usb-c to thunderbolt3 (2) from apple, connected to a cheap mini display port cable (not original from apple) from my Macmini M1 to my imac 27 2010 and it doesnt work. I also have a imac 27 2011 and it isnt working...also, can you update the cable links ?
I wonder if it works because it is an early enough model that uses hardware for TDM. Early models seem to have this mode hardwired. Everyone needs more data about this, thanks for your info. I also feel like many people trying this are using thunderbolt cables that are more for data than display ports and the adapter from Apple can't specify it's a display connection due to data and display cables using the same cable but not all devices use the output/input the same.
Yeah, super confusing. Apple needs to be transparent about TDM and update their kb article.
Exactly. Well, soon enough this will whole TDM scenario be obsolete anyway.
Thunderbolt cables work with iMac models introduced in 2011, 2012, 2013, and mid-2014.
Hello All! Beware, This solution will NOT work with newer, Thunderbolt based iMacs and Apple Silicon devices. (I tried with a 2012 iMac to use for my new 2021 M1 Pro and it's not working, while my old 2018 MacBook still works fine.) I dunno if there is a hardware compatibility issue or if it could be resolved via a software update.
Hey Laszlo, thanks for chiming in! Which Thunderbolt 3 to 2 adapter did you try?
Pinging you again to get some clarity…
@@manuelmartensen Hey Manuel! Thanks, I just forgot to respond. I use a genuine Apple Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) to Thunderbolt 2 adapter (MMEL2Z/A) and a 0.5m Apple Thunderbolt Cable (MD862ZM/A). And I think the issue is, the new Apple Silicon macs got a Thunderbolt 4 USB-C compared to the Intel based with Thunderbolt 3 USB-C. Something may changed in the hardware or just no longer supported by software …
@@PumpedSmartass Damn, you’re totally right, its Thunderbolt 4, not 3. Would be interesting to see what a proper TB4 hub like one from OWC could do for the iMac TDM. I still believe that TDM is not a proprietary protocol but just a video-source-switch inside the old iMacs and given there arrives a proper video signal should work no matter what device delivered it. But those TB4 hubs are not really bargains. A dedicated display would make more sense I guess, not only power wise.
Only mini display port to thunderbolt? Not hdmi?
thanks for yout fast answer!! thats amazin! I saw u have 2 cables. I only have one and it don't have the big part, it is only a cable. whats the other part?
First one is a usb-c to thunderbolt adapter, second an ordinary thunderbolt cable. I picked that combo last year because the adapter listed some video modes (60hz or something), that gave me confidence the cable could send video signals.
can you send the link of the 2 products again? one of them are down
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Hey :)
I have an Imac 2010 running Siera 10.12.6. I then have a Macbook Air 2020 running Monterey 12.4.
I have tried this method and no go......any ideas?! I hate the idea of wasting my 'big' display!
Cheers
Hi Manuel, I have a 2013 27 "iMac with the High Sierra 10.13.6 and I want to connect it to my macbook pro 13" 2020 (M1) with Big Sur 11.6 (20G165). There is no way it works ... I can't find your cables, could you write the links to the same cables you used, please? Thank you very much in advance.
Those cables I used were cheap name cables and they are unlisted by Amazon as of now. You just have to make sure that the usb-c to thunderbolt cable you buy for this endeavour can deliver video signals. Some of them, as strange as it sounds, can only deliver data. It’s trail and error unfortunately. Good luck 🤞
thanks for yout fast answer!! thats amazin! I saw u have 2 cables. I only have one and it don't have the big part, it is only a cable. whats the other part?
I have the same setup Olivia, were you able to figure out how to use your Imac as a display?
Hi does this still work I saw on you tube someone said apple have stopped this from being possible in the last few months with an update. I hope not but can't get it to work for me.. Was hoping a cable change might have worked.
The cables are a big questionnaire. Some work, some don’t. I don’t get it either. It’s trail and error. Only thing I can recommend is look for video specific specs on the cables like 4k and 60hz or something like that. Source doesn’t matter, but iMac can not run higher than High Sierra.
Good luck, no guarantees. :D
I have the 2011 iMac version and had been using the thunderbolt 3/2 to connect to my old macbook pro 2017, which worked just fine. But once I purchased the M1 Air, this same cable won't work anymore. Apple's technical support said that my iMac is no longer compatible with the new macbooks versions... I wonder it'd work if I use this Mini Display. Because I remember I once purchased it but didn't work and I had to get the Thunderbolt ones... Any thoughts? Thank you
Thanks for the video, but I can't connect to my Macbook pro 14" M1(2021) to iMac 2012 late 21.5, the cable I tried is mophie USB-C Cable with Mini DisplayPort Connector (from Apple)... If you can help in this, very much appreciated... Thanks again.
I tried the Mophie cable as well and it didn’t work for me either. Look for a cable or cable & adapter combo that has some video specific details listed in its description, something like 60hz or 4K etc pp
@@manuelmartensen Thank you very much...
Has anyone tried doing this with the new MacBook Air M2?
Hi, I just went to Apple today for this matter, and the answer is no way it works til I saw your video!
My iMac is mid 2011, thunderbolt 2, El cap in OS. My max air is 2020, running Montreal.
Will you suggest not to use sapless thunderbolt 3-> 2 adaptor?
It seems like your adapter and cable are all from 3rd party which works much better.
Also do I need to both upgrade to Sierra and Big Sur? Thanks!
You need mini display port not thunderbolt for this to work with apple silicon.
Hi this is really helpful! I've got the identical machines and iOS and need to screen share but I'm not confident about exactly which 2 cables I need, and whether I need something between the two like you seem to have. Thanks!
It can work with a single usb-c/thunderbolt to MiniDisplayport cable, but somehow some of them don’t support video transmission in a way that we need it, that's why I picked a usb-c/thunderbolt to Minidisplayport adapter that had something video specific listed in its specs (like 60Hz) and then connected a MDP to MDP cable. It’s trail and error I guess. I have no 100% safe tip what to look for in a cable except the 60 Hz part.
@@manuelmartensen Many thanks, I'll give them a go.
Hi Manuel, I have a MacBook Air M1 from 2020 and I would like to use my iMac 27 mid-2011 as a monitor.
Your iMac 2010 has one DisplayPort the iMac 2011 has two thunderbolt ports.
can it be done
thanks
Well, I won’t sign such a paper, but I guess so, yes, with the correct cables and adapters. The cables seem to be the big problem in this weird scenario.
Did you find a solution ? because I would like to know thank you I have a macbook pro m1 2020 and an imac 2011 and I would like to know if it works
@@eikichionizukaleprof No, I hope someone recommends cables to buy on Amazon for this combination
Hi Manuel. Thanks so much for this - what a find! Unfortunately it doesn't work with the cables I have (I'm using the same hardware and software as you). I have 2 x Apple cables: Thunderbolt > Thunderbolt and then the Thunderbolt 3 > Thunderbolt 2. I can see in your comments with Laszlo that it's likely the Thunderbolt 3 > Thunderbolt 2 is the problem. Do you think it will work if I change just that cable (to what?) or do I need to change both? Danke!
The weird thing is: no one but Apple knows. And they act like the Vatican archives when it comes to TDM. The safest bet to get a working cable-combo is to look out for something that has some video-specific stats in the title. For example my usb-c to mini display port adapter had 60hz and 4k listed in its description. I searched high and low why some cables work and some won't, but never found an answer. Maybe ask LTT :D
@@manuelmartensen thanks so much! I tried the USB C > MDP with the Apple Thunderbolt to Thunderbolt cable...no such luck. I forgot to say I'm actually using an iMac late 2012 with High Sierra 10.13.6. I've ordered a MDP to MDP cable and hope that will work. Thanks either way for your help!
@@miriamsaward2566could you update if it works?
@@vincentluong0411 unfortunately it didn't work for me... Please keep me in the loop if it works for you!
Hi, nice video. Will this also work with a windows laptop with USB port? Thanks!
Nope, that won’t work with just a cable. Maybe with a nifty array of adapters. I’m thinking usb-to-hdmi/dvi adapter, and then a hdmi/dvi-to-minidisplayport adapter. But the emphasis lies on maybe. In capital letters.
This only works on 2009 and 2010 imacs anything later that uses thunderbolt does not work.
I have Mac Book 2021 M1 pro and iMac27 2012 later. I can't connect my imac as a display. neither according to your method nor using the F2 command is connected. Before that, I connected it and connect it to macbook pro 2017 and the display works. The cables are original and the Apple Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) / Thunderbolt 2 adapter. tell me what could be the problem?
Nice video...did you try to use camera or audio from imac? Is it possible or display only? Thanks for response
Target Display Mode disables everything except the display input.
Audio out will work, if you use Displayport to miniDisplayPort cable directly. USB_C adapter may work, too if you set audio via USB_C, then through DP.
@@oantalaroan Oh yeah, you are totally right. Forgot about audio. Cheers mate!
can you adjust brightness on the external monitor?
I'm still having issues. I have a mid-2011 21.5" running on macOS Sierra that I want to make a second monitor for my m1 2020 macbook pro and the cable, plus cmd+f2 or cmd+fn+f2, and I've even tried downloading High Sierra but it's not compatible. Do you have any suggestions?
There is, unfortunately, no fool proof way. It all depends on the cable (your hardware and OS sounds fine). I suggest you work yourself through the comments here.
Cool vid! Does It also work with a USB hub in between?
No idea dude. Guess it’s your time to shine! ;)
Does this still work in 2022?
I have aimac studio and bought the apple display adapter and connect my usbc from studio to apple display adapter and tried both HDMI and USBC to mini diplayport to back of a mid 2010 IMAC 27" running High Sierra 10.13.6 and it doesnt work. I read a lot of threads stating that Apple did something to the IOS on High Sierra where you can no longer use your imac as a 2nd display. Any help anyone?
Hey! great video 👍🏻 hmm Do you know if iMac 2012 Catalina will work with MacBook Air 2017 Big Sur ?? The apple website says it won't work
Needs to be high sierra or earlier
I use my iMac 2012 with Catalina as a monitor for my Mac Pro on Monterey with a thunderbolt 2 cable using target display mode. Despite what they say, it still works on intel.
Hey i have a new M2 Macbook and i want to use my iMac 2012 as second monitor. With the Thunderbolt to 2 Adapter and the Apple Thunderbolt Cable its not working. Anybody got a solution? Thanks.
Can you somehow control the brightness on the iMac?
And close the lid on MacBook Pro?
Hey Manuel, have you had a chance to try this out on your M1 updated with either Monterey or Ventura within the last year?
Nope, I’ve sold the iMac.
Hi, I have an M1 macbook pro 2021, which iMac do you believe that will works as secondary display for me? and which gear do I need to buy?
i wanna ask, it's work with imac pro 2017 (11.2.1) to imac 2013 (10.13.6), but it doesn't work with macbook m1 pro (12.2.1) to imac 2013 (10.13.6), can slove this?
Just one question. Do you think maybe it does not work due to the software update that I might be using? My mac uses the latest ventura. Could that be the reason to not being able to do this?
Yes, that’s one reason why it won’t work. Follow Apples guidelines for the OS versions and then good luck finding a working cable/adapter.
my iMac is on Mojave 10.14.6 & my m1 is on Monterey 12.0.1 , the target display is not working - I'm using the same cables , what is the problem?
No idea. The whole thing is flakey af, could be so many things. I suggest you take a day off and work yourself through the comments.
Hi! Could you help me...?
I've a macbookPro M1 2021 and iMAc 2012, i bought a HDMI cable and an adapter for Thunderbolt to HDMI but the screen doesn't connect.
I tried to connect both the Mac with a TV and them works.
Could be a problem of Display mode settings?
Thank you if you have some ideas to try!
Why don’t you guys put a little bit more fucking effort into this and read the damn comments.
It’s the cables. And there is no definitive answer as to which cable works and which doesn’t. Cheap or expensive. Trail and error. No idea. I just know that it works if you have the right cable.
Why do I have to comment a this over and over for fucks sake?
I have a pretty much outdated Mac 21 2011 which I would like give a second life by using as a secondary display for my intel 2019 MacBook Pro 16. I've ordered a thunderbolt cable and a thunderbolt 3 to 2 adapter, as stated in most forums. You seem to be using a regular mini display port cable. Have you tried using a thunderbolt cable to connect?
I actually just found the same computer ( iMac 21 mid 2011) and also wanted to use it as a display. did it work for you with the thunderbolt cable ?
What happens when you close the macbook? Will it switch to 1 monitor? (make sure you have the power cable connected in the macbook when trying it)
This didn't work for me on a M1 2020 MBA (Big Sur) and 2013 27" iMac (High Sierra).
I first tried a Mini DisplayPort to USB-C cable from Cable Matters with no luck.
I then ordered the Choetech dongle and this didn't work either.
The Choetech page states 'ONLY iMac 2009 Later 27" and iMAC 2010 Middle 27" are compatible'.
I know TDM works as I can project a 2015 MBP to the iMac.
I'm not sure if the issue is hardware or software.
Any further ideas?
Further ideas, nope.
Need to now what cable are you using. thanks
Hi thanks for your video ...Do you know if there is something to do with the Apple thunderbolt 27 inch display with M1 MBA 2021 ?
Huh? I don’t think I understand your question. 🥸
@@manuelmartensen can I connect the MacBook Air M1 with my old apple Cinema Display 27 inch 2011
@@SimFouad Holy cow, you guys asking questions like I work at a Genius Bar. Sorry pal, no idea, but I am pretty sure that it’s possible.
Hallo, also ich habe einen M1 MacBook Air mit Monterey und einen iMac aus Late 2013 mit Catalina.
Würden diese sich per Thunderbold 3 auf Thunderbold 2 , oder USB-C auf Minidsiplay verbinden ?
Mit Catalina glaube ich nicht, würde erst mal High Sierra oder älter drauf machen (kannst ja auch auf externer installieren und von der booten) bevor Du versuchst das richtige Kabel zu finden. Die Kabel sind halt so ’ne Sache… manche unterstützen merkwürdigerweise kein Video von USB-C zu MDP.
I have a 2013 iMac and 202 Macbook Air M1. If I can install High Sierra on it, would this work?
tengo un imac de mediados de 2011 y un mCBOOK PRO 2019 Y NO ME FUNCIONA
Hey! Do the iMac should be fully loaded? I have some old dead iMac, which has only display working. Will it work as external monitor?
Nope
My M1 macbook pro started having weird scaling bugs after I did that..
I'm afraid I did some damage
Hi Manuel, what adapter did you use? The second link in the description doesn't work, could you please update it?
Done.
Very helpful!
have a iMac 21.5-inch, Late 2015 and MacBook Air (11-inch, Early 2015) that I would like to connect to make a dual screen so that I can do multiple tasks on them. I bought a Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) to Thunderbolt 2 Adaptor and Thunderbolt Cable 0.5 to connect them but I found the ports are not compatible. Anyone know what cables I can use?
I guess TDM won’t work, you have to use other means to use the iMac, i.e. Airplay or Airdisplay.
No mention of the connector needed?
Hi! Will this setup work with 21.5 imac late 2013 running Catalina and mba m1 running Monterey? Thank u!
Yes
No
THIS ONLY WORKS WITH 2009 AND 2010 iMacs!
Manuel, PLEASE HELP... I have a mid 2010 21.5-inch imac running OS X (10.9.5) and a 2018 imac running Ventura 13.4.
I have a Apple Thunderbolt Cable and Apple Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) to Thunderbolt 2 Adapter and it is all plugged up. Nothing it happening.
I guess it’s the cables and adapters then, 10.9.5 seems fine. As I said many times before: since Apple won’t tell us all their secrets, it comes down to trail & error.
@@manuelmartensen should I be using aftermarket cables?
@@cristianloza5472 I have no ducking idea, it’s trail and error. Some work, some don’t. No idea why.
@@manuelmartensen what brand cords are you using?
@@cristianloza5472 I don’t use the iMac anymore but I used cheap noname cables and adapters. If you buy cables try to find one with video specs in the description, some have only speed descriptions.
Hi mate, can you by any chance check is it possible to control the brightness on the iMac?
And close the lid on MacBook Pro?
Am away for another week, sorry.
@@manuelmartensen Ok, it would be great if you could report once you return, thnx
ScrlLk and Pause buttons on the external USB keyboard are adjusting the brightness for my iMac running in target mode. Give it a try.
@@duskoojdanic2429 cheers mate
Thanks for this video, so much appreciated!,, I tried with a direct display port to usbc cable but does not work,, so will try a adapter like you did. However my 27 Imac has El capitan 10.11.6… do you think Target display mode will still work with this IOS. Thanks
Nope, pretty certain that it won’t work in Elcap :-/
@@manuelmartensen but on mac os 12 Sierra.. i have imac mid 2011 with ssd and 28gb ram .. there is no update for high sierra
Hi Manuel, I'm doing the exact same thing as you. I've got a mid 2014 iMac and a 2020 macbook air m1, connected with a usb 3 to mini display port cable. But when I connect them, nothing happens. Any idea? Does the cable have to have any additional specifications so that it works?
The specifications are the big mystery. The cable an/or adapter needs to support a video signal not only data. So if the cable has something like 4K or 60hz in its description it should work. But cable manufacturers can lie. And after a working cable is connected you also have to enable the second display under display settings.
Were you able to get this to work?
I bought a ucb c thunderbolt to mini display port cable after i saw this video. But it didn´t work. I have an imac mid 2011 and used a macbook air m1.
Would you mind linking the cable that you’ve bought?
@@manuelmartensen Do you think the reason why this isn't working is because iMac from 2011 have 1 or 2 Thunderbolt ports and in your case you have a mini DP port? Have you tried using the Thunderbolt port with your 2010 iMac? Does it work? Thanks
@@weareyourfriends32 sei riuscito a collegare un MacBook Air M1 con un iMac 2011 con porte thunderbolt?
@@weareyourfriends32 aggiungo che il mio imac27 metà2011 collegato ad un MacBook Air del 2015 funzionava. Non va adesso con il nuovo MacBook Air M1 del 2020
Great video !!! It works with video editing ?
Yeah, totally
@@manuelmartensen the thing is I have iMac 2012 con Mojave to conect with Mac mini m1 don’t know if support target display mode
@@Monk.9 2012 iMac should work, but I guess you have to revert back to High Sierra.
@@manuelmartensen Why do you have to revert to sierra? Mine has catalina
@@IliaSibiryakov I don’t know if you have to revert but it could be that TDM was removed or deactivated in different OS. You got to ask around or try yourself if Catalina works.
Apple support says iMac with latest OS system doesn't support TDM, so do we have to roll back to OS High Sierra to make it work? My 2012 iMac (21.5 inch) has thunderbolt ports but on the latest OS Catalina, Command+F2 doesn't work at all. Any suggestions? Thanks
Not sure mate, so, well, give it a try. ;)
don't login iMac and try again.
Is it possible to connect ps4 like that?
I have the 2010 21" iMac and I can't get it to connect to my new MacBook Pro M1 16" 2021. Any suggestions?
Try different cables and read the comments here.
@@manuelmartensen Thank you Manuel, I'll try it
Hi, thank you for the video. Mine did not work, the only difference is that I'm using Big Sur 11.5.1. Could this be the reason why I can't use my mid-2010 as a target monitor?
The cable is more likely the culprit. Try another one or order the cable/adapter I’ve used.
But I would rather make sure and revert to High Sierra as well just to make sure and THEN try different cables.
Have you tried this with Monteray?
I also have 27” iMac with MacOS High sierra mid 2011, and m1 macbook pro with monterey, will it work or not?
Depends solely on the cables, I suggest you study the comments, it has all been answered. :)
did it work?
@@yashpragasan230 didnt tried
@@manuelmartensen thank you for your help and patience! but still struggling on which cable are the one to buy. I have MacBook Pro 13 2020 want to extend/mirror to iMac mid 2011
Can you send the link of the second products again? One of them are down, thanks.
Seems like the adapter is no longer available on Amazon. This one should do the trick as well: www.amazon.de/dp/B08B647L2X/ref=cm_sw_r_as_gl_api_glt_i_MJZATGZ2Y3PQ746DSDPP?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&linkCode=ml2&tag=beachlevel-21
You could of cause as well just use a USB-C to Mini DisplayPort cable, but some of them seem to be only data and not video, I don't know. My adapter approach was to make sure that its about video signals (cause the adapter was rated 4k/60hz bla bla - why mention that if its not video capable, EH?). Good luck, Federico!
Hey! Is it necessary to use the optional TYPE C to Displayport adapter? There are direct cables TYPE C to Displayport without intermediaries
Will it work?
It’s not necessary per se but a lot of these cables somehow don’t support video transmissions, that’s why I always recommend an adapter that has some video specific details listed (something like herz or resolution). It’s all trail and error unfortunately. Good luck 🤞
I'm trying MacBook Pro (15-inch, 2018) with iMac 27-inch late 2015 using the same technique and it doesn't work, any tips?
Guess your iMac is one year too new for Target Display Mode. Maybe the new Airplay-to-Mac mode in macOS Monterey will come in handy for you.
Intel should still work with TDM. Just connect it via TB and hit command F2. It still works on Monterey
Does the display still compete with modern monitors in terms of resolution? Thanks
Resolution could be better (iMac 27" from 2010 has 2560x1440) but the overall quality and colour accuracy is afaik better than in most ordinary cheap displays. But I guess this solution is ways better than no second display at all if money‘s tight or if you just don’t wanna trash something that’s still working.
Pro tip: 1.5x speed for this video
Gosh just reading through the comments and answers. People do think you're the encyclopaedia. Apple should be paying you. Lol
Yeah, it’s wild. And it’s always the same questions and always the same answers. :D
I wonder if this will work with IpadOS 16…
With this tips, I safe money 👍👍
Can we Connect 2009 or 2010 27inch iMac to Dell Latitude 7400 laptop?
Good question. I guess so, depends on the cable and the video specifications. Why don’t you give it a try and report back?
Do you think it works with macbook pro m1 + iMac 2012?
Yes. Depending on the correct cables though. Read through the comments, it’s pretty much based on luck :D
Would this work with Macbook M1 Pro 2021? Anyone tried. I have calDigit TS3+ but thunderbolt cable and adapter from Apple didn't work :(
The source doesn’t matter, biggest problem is a working cable or cable & adapter combo. Find something that lists some video specific details like 60hz or a resolution.
Question. Can my 2010, 21.5 inch imac running catalina work with a mac mini m1? I tried hdmi from m1 to dp on imac. In put devices on imac stopped being recognized. (apple bluetooth mouse and keyboard). Is there a way to make this combo work ? Any advice? Thank u!
No idea if that cable combo works. Maybe try another cable. But your iMac should do the trick. Have you tried hitting F2 on the iMac when plugged in?
Only 27" iMac late 2009 and mid 2010 can be used in Target Display Mode. The speakers will work and produce sound if you set audio output correctly.
@@oantalaroan lo solucionaste ? yo tengo un imac iMac (27-inch, Mid 2010) y quiero ocuparlo en con un macbook pro M1 pero no se que cables comprar aun...
@@resistefit1668 un adaptador USB-C a Mini DisplayPort económico y un cable Mini DisplayPort a Mini DisplayPort. Utilizo una PC con Windows, por lo que solo necesito un cable DisplayPort a Mini DisplayPort.
For the combo mac mini M1 + iMac 21.5" 2010, you can try the HDMI to USB video capture card, on the iMac 2010 you can run Quick Camera to see the display on Mac Mini M1.
i have a late 2012 imac with thunderbolt 2 (high sierra) To HDMI, does it work if i connect it to my macbook air 2018 Monterey? (i have an adaptor hdmi to usb-c)
No idea, your description is a bit vague.
TDM still works on intel in Monterey. Not sure about the hdmi connection, but over TB it should still work. My Mac Pro on Monterey uses my 2012 in Catalina as a monitor
@@duffinjp which cable do you use?
@@yashpragasan230 just straight TB2. My Mac Pro 2013 and iMac both have TB2. I imagine you’d need a TB3 to TB2 adapter connected to a TB2 cable. Amazon were doing the official apple one for £15 the other day.
So if I want to try going from latest Macbook Air (2021) Thunderbolt 4 port to late 2012 27" iMac with Thunderbolt ports, I need a genuine apple thunderbolt 3 to thunderbolt 2 adapter and a thunderbolt 2 cable, correct? I'd like to try it out rather than recycle my old iMac - but I also don't want to spend $100 on cables if it won't work. Has anyone got the late 2012 iMac to work - apple support page suggests the source mac needs to be running older version of osx. I see in a comment below that it didn't work - wondering if anyone found a solution to the thunderbolt 4 issue. FYI I was looking for cables - one adapter manufacturer suggested NOT to use a thunderbolt 2 cable but to use a displayport cable instead - I'm going to give that a shot and see if it will work. If not I'll just ebay the imac and buy a display.
Would you like to give a little feedback on what worked best for you, or if it worked at all?
@@lukasseth18 it didn't work. I ordered the cable and followed the steps but no dice. iMac is sitting on floor still.
Does imac also charging the MacBook simultaneously?
Nope.
Will it work with a MacBook Pro M1 and a late 2014 27 inch i7 as another monitor
Most likely not, maybe via LunaDisplay.
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What is a Luna display?
@@RodneyD Dude, if you are not even familiar with googling things I would suggest you don’t try to hook up your MacBook to a second display.
lmgtfy.app/?q=lunadisplay
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Damn bro😂😂🤣
What is the product name of the adapter? (the Amazon link is dead..) :)
Here you go :)
choetech.com/products/hub-m06-choetech-usb-c-to-mini-displayport-adapter-4k-60hz-with-60w-power-delivery-type-c-to-mini-dp-adapter-thunderbolt-3-compatible-with-macbook-pro-air-2019-2018-galaxy-note10-s20-s10-huawei-p30?variant=40224038453437
I have a 2017 iMac and a 2020 MacBook Pro, will this work if I just use the thunderbolt 3 cable?
For such new hardware there is no TDM. Just use Airplay.
@@manuelmartensen for some reason only my Apple TV shows up in my AirPlay options on both the iMac and MacBook. Do you have any tips to troubleshoot this? 🤞🏼
@@ktmark ruclips.net/video/sO0yc3_hOE8/видео.html
@@manuelmartensen thank you so so much. Problem solved! The tutorial was super easy to follow
Hallo, ich habe einen 2010 27" iMac und möchte ihn nutzen als Bildschirm für eine Mac Mini. Ich hoffe, deine Lösung funktioniert auch für mich (BTW, der dritte link führt ins Leere)
Hi will this work with my 2010 Imac and M1 mac mini
Yes, depends on the cable. Read the rest of the comments.
Bro you sound stressed. Take a breath
I was probably nervously thinking about all the witty people who wanna make fun of me and pronunciation, sorry bro.
can you mirror your macbook screen to the imac? I'm doing research on this and about to pull the trigger on a m1 mac mini and I hope this works. i have a late 2012 imac 27
Not at home atm, can only confirm that you can expand the screen, no idea about mirroring right now.
You'll need an expensive combo of Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt 2 adapter + Thunderbolt 2 cable. Both must be Apple's brand.
@@oantalaroan Nonsense. The cables I’ve listed in the video description work. Just tested it.
Just tested it: mirroring works just as well as expanding the screen. Links to the cables I’ve used in the video description.
@@manuelmartensen My comment to Daren Chow was about his setup, which include an iMac 27" late 2012, this model has Thunderbolt ports. The iMac in your video is a iMac 27" 2010 with miniDisplayPort. Thunderbolt 1/2 ports are compatible with miniDisplayPort only for downstream (connecting iMac to another display), not with upstream (iMac as Target Display Mode). Could you confirm that Target Display Mode works with miniDisplayPort cable plugged in the iMac late 2012 too?
Trying to use target display mode from MacBook Air 2020 M1(Big Sur 11.6) to iMac 21.5 mid 2011 (High Sierra 10.13.6) but I can't use it. Any idea? Thanks!
Have you tried a different cable?
As I said in a different comment, some usb-c to thunderbolt cables can’t deliver video only data. It’s trail and error with that cable type unfortunately. Good luck, Masudul ✌️
@@manuelmartensen Using USB C to thunderbolt 2 adapter and a thunderbolt 2 cable to connect one side to adapter and other to iMac. Not sure if any other way to connect to computer. Thanks Manuel.
@@masmttbimm the usb-c to thunderbolt adapter I’ve used and which is since delisted my Amazon listed some video specific stuff so I was kind of sure it could deliver video.
@@manuelmartensen I used original apple usb c to thunderbolt adapter and regular thunderbolt cables. By the way, what version of Big Sur you currently running on your Macbook Air M1? Thanks!!
painful. should have rehearsed.
Even though english is not my native language I guess this video helped a few people. And if not, who gives a shit? What are fuckstains who comment bullshit like you expecting from the world?
Works In iMac 2012 catalina??
Nope
Hi, would it be the same case if I plug in a Mac mini m1 to an iMac 27" 2015 running high Sierra? Will it show the Mac mini m1 on the screen? planning to get the Mac mini but trying to save the old 5k Retina display on the iMac.
Seems like the 2015 model has no more Target Display Mode. You could install Airserver on the iMac though, and expand the Minis display via Airplay.
what plug in did you use?
For what?
Does anyone have a late 2012 iMac running with a MacBook Air M1? ...
Hi Nikki, I'm about to try with a iMac late 2013 and a MacBaook Air M1 2020. Just waiting for the cable and adapter to arrive.
@@weareyourfriends32 did it work?
@@sm0k345 Unfortunately it didn’t work. I believe the M1 Laptops only work with iMacs that have the mini display port connection only. I have two thunderbolts and it I tried with my MacBook 2017 and it worked perfectly. M1 only works with mini display port.
@@weareyourfriends32 thanks for the info. thats what i came up with too (m1 only works with mini displayport, intel works with thunderbolt). shame i can't return these stupid cables. hopefully they'll be useful later. looked into airdisplay, but last time i tried upgrading the os on my old imac everything got corrupted and the delay would be really bothersome.
Can I do this with a Mid 2014 iMac and the New M1 MacBook Air? These use lightning as opposed to Mini Display port to link up. Has anyone tried?
I tried this exactly and it did not work :(
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There's such thing as editing, you know.
3 min video to show a 10 sec operation… 🥱
Almost as stretchy as an documentary about your accomplishments in life, eh?
@@manuelmartensen Dude, I just made a soft critique on your video and you went straight personal with the dumbest and childish answer you could think of. You know nothing about my (quite good actually) life and it is none of your business. Is this the way you behave with people? Be more respectful.
@@manuelmartensen btw your English needs to be revised too.
@@ceboz You leave a comment making fun of my video (btw in which I am jus trying to help) and I reply back too you in a funny tone and you are offended? I bet someone from down under would call you an effing C, but that’s just them.
@@ceboz works out ok for everybody out there as long as it’s free.