Does 2009 iMac have Mini DisplayPort?

Yes, but with the following stipulations: it must be a late 2009 iMac with a 27 inch screen. Target display mode only works with these 2 conditions. Of course you will need the proper usb c to DisplayPort cable as well.

Can I use my late 2009 iMac as a monitor?

If you have one of the iMacs with Target Display Mode, your Mac mini or another Mac can make use of your old 27-inch iMac as a display. Target Display Mode is only available on specific iMacs made between late 2009 and 2013.

Can you use Mini DisplayPort on iMac?

Apple’s Mini DisplayPort adapters work with Mac models that have a Mini DisplayPort , Thunderbolt port , or Thunderbolt 2 port when using Mac OS X Leopard 10.5. 6 or later: These adapters don’t work with the Apple Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) to Thunderbolt 2 Adapter, which doesn’t support Mini DisplayPort displays.

What ports does a late 2009 iMac have?

Like previous iMacs, the ports are located on the back of the iMac, on the lower left side. There is a headphone/optical digital audio output minijack, an audio line in/optical digital audio input minijack, four USB 2.0 ports, one FireWire 800 port, a Mini DisplayPort, and a Gigabit Ethernet port.

What are the ports on a 2009 iMac?

The Late 2009 iMacs have 4 USB 2.0 ports (one more than before), FireWire 800 (but not 400), gigabit ethernet, 802.11n WiFi, Bluetooth 2.1+EDR, an SD Card slot, and an 8x SuperDrive – as well as a slim keyboard with two USB 2.0 ports. This is the first Mac to ship with Apple’s new Magic Mouse.

Does 2009 iMac have Target display Mode?

Neither computer has USB-C ports so there is no need to use a USB-C adapter. In fact the 2009 iMac only has FireWire ports for you to use with Target Disk Mode. You will need to use the Thunderbolt 2 to Firewire Adapter to connect the two Macs as well as the appropriate FireWire Cable.

How do I connect DisplayPort to my iMac?

You can connect an external display, a projector, or an HDTV to ports on your iMac that support video output….Connect an external display to your iMac.

To connect this device	Use this cable or adapter
DisplayPort or Mini DisplayPort display	USB-C to DisplayPort or Mini DisplayPort adapter
DVI display or projector	USB-C to DVI adapter

What are the ports on my 2009 iMac?

Is USB c same as Mini DisplayPort?

They have the same shape, but use different symbols on the cable and port. If you’re using a Mini DisplayPort cable with your display, use a USB-C to Mini DisplayPort cable, such as the mophie USB-C Cable with Mini DisplayPort Connector. Check with its manufacturer for compatibility with your Mac and display model.