Connect 2019 MBP to 2011 iMac using Target Display Mode

[ElCani]

Hi. I'd like to use a 2012 iMac as a monitor for a 2019 MacBook Pro. What is the most cost-effective way of doing this, in terms of cables and/or adaptors? The iMac is running 10.13.6

Many thanks!

 

[Amethyst1]

You need the Apple Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt 2 adapter and a Thunderbolt 2 cable.

 

[ElCani]

Ok, so no chance of using USB C to Mini Display Port? Thanks.

 

[Amethyst1]

Ok, so no chance of using USB C to Mini Display Port? Thanks.

No. The 2012 iMac will only do Target Display Mode via Thunderbolt.

 

[Nguyen Duc Hieu]

Hi. I'd like to use a 2012 iMac as a monitor for a 2019 MacBook Pro. What is the most cost-effective way of doing this, in terms of cables and/or adaptors? The iMac is running 10.13.6

Many thanks!

Most cost effective way:
Gut out the 2012 iMac, install a LCD driver board and use it as a stand-alone monitor. ($100 parts + $ labour)