use an iMac like an ACD

[zoran]

Is it possible to connect a mbpro to a 27" imac in order to use the larger screen? Use the iMac like an ACD!

 

[robbieduncan]

Yes. But only the latest 27" iMac with mini-display port in as well as out.

 

[zoran]

Im back again on the subject after almost a decade... damn sorry about that!
On a mid 2010 27" iMac i see this port in the back... looks like a MiniDisplayPort... i wonder if this will do the job.

 

[chrfr]

Im back again on the subject after almost a decade... damn sorry about that!
On a mid 2010 27" iMac i see this port in the back... looks like a MiniDisplayPort... i wonder if this will do the job.
View attachment 816543

https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204592
Yes, that model supports target display mode.

 

[zoran]

Why the newer iMacs don't support Target Display Mode? Or do they support it differently?