Connecting 2 monitors to my iMac, but only recognizing one monitor.

I have an iMac (bought it in 2021). I have an LG HDRWFHD that is currently working as an external display. I recently purchased a Samsun CF39* Series that the iMac doesn't recognize. I have made all the recommendations I have read but nothing is working.

Posted on Jul 29, 2023 3:30 PM

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den.thed

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Jul 29, 2023 4:45 PM in response to LCP719

What year and sub model is your iMac?

Identify your iMac model - Apple Support

Some models support two displays and some models only support one display.

Connect an external display to your iMac - Apple Support

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