CAN 2009 iMac be used as a monitor?

CAN 2009 iMac be used as a monitor?

iMacs released from late 2009 through mid-2014 can be used as external displays. Those that followed cannot, starting with the 27-inch 5K late-2014 edition.

How can I use my iMac 2009 2010 as a monitor?

Setup Guide

1. Step 1: Connecting the Cables. Turn off your iMac and PC, then plug the cable into the Thunderbolt, HDMI, or Display port on your PC.
2. Step 2: Trigger Target Display Mode. Turn on both the iMac and the PC, then hold Cmd + F2 or Cmd + Fn + F2 on the iMac keyboard to trigger Target Display Mode.

Can a 2010 iMac be used as a monitor?

Closed 2 years ago. Can I use my 27″ 2010 imac with mini display as a monitor with my new PC that has an HDMI and USB-C inputs? I bought a mini display to HDMI cable off Amazon and it did not work. Apple has just such a page in its knowledgebase on Target Display Mode.

Can a 27 inch iMac be used as an external display?

The 27-inch iMac will enter Target Display mode and display content from the source computer. Note: If you are connecting two 27-inch iMacs, connect a Mini DisplayPort cable to each computer and press Command + F2 on the 27-inch iMac keyboard that you will use as an external display.

How big is the screen on an iMac?

If you put your video into 2560 x 1440 on your PC, then you should be able to match the resolution of your screen to your iMac wherein the models are in 2009, 2010, 2011, and some models coming from the 2014 version. But then, Apple was able to announce the 4K Retina display which comes in the size of 27 inches which was out in the year 2014.

Do You need mini display port for iMac?

If those conditions are met then the iMac supports what is called Target Display Mode, aka using your iMac as a display. Also you will need a Display port to mini display port cable, they do exist as sold on Monoprice and at other fine online retail locations.