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Old iMac as display for 2021 iMac

Hi, can I use my late 2013 iMac as an external display for the 2021 iMac?

Posted on Nov 13, 2021 7:59 PM

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Nov 13, 2021 8:01 PM in response to Applehobbit

Welcome to Apple Support Communities.

Sorry, no.

Please refer to Use your iMac as a display with target display mode - Apple Support as to why.

Jack

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Nov 13, 2021 8:03 PM in response to Applehobbit

No. Your new iMac is too new, and thus lacks the ability to use that iMac as a monitor.

Use your iMac as a display with target display mode - Apple Support

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