MacMini Thunderbolt -> Previous Generation Apple DisplayPort monitor

[DavidSJC]

Hi, I have the 2011 MacMini Server. I understand that Thunderbolt and
MiniDisplay cables are compatible. My question is on hooking up the previous
generation 27" Apple Display with MiniDisplay port to the MacMini Thunderbolt
connection.

Has anybody done this? The spec sheet says that the MacMini can output
up to 2560x1600 through the Thunderbolt connector. And 1920x1200 out
of the HDMI connector.

I want to hook up the Thunderbolt connection to the Apple Display
MC007LL/A with Mini Display Port. Can I still get 2560x1600 resolution?

The reason for getting the previous generation monitor is obvious. I can buy
it cheaper from ebay than getting the brand new thunderbolt display. If the
resolution is the same, then there's no difference!

I don't care much for the new thunderbolt functionality like daisy chaining.
I just need one single monitor.

Thanks.
David

 

[simsaladimbamba]

That monitor will work.

 

[shortcut3d]

I'm currently using a 2010 27" iMac as my 2011 Mac Mini Server display. I use a Belkin Mini Displayport to Mini Displayport cable from the Apple store. I'm getting full resolution and color without any issue. You may be able to find a entry level 2010 27" iMac deeply discounted to use as a display. Two caveats are the brightness does not adjust and you must boot/wake the Mac Mini before changing to Target Display Mode on the iMac.

 

[hornshwangler]

Hi, I have the 2011 MacMini Server. I understand that Thunderbolt and
MiniDisplay cables are compatible. My question is on hooking up the previous
generation 27" Apple Display with MiniDisplay port to the MacMini Thunderbolt
connection.

Has anybody done this? The spec sheet says that the MacMini can output
up to 2560x1600 through the Thunderbolt connector. And 1920x1200 out
of the HDMI connector.

I want to hook up the Thunderbolt connection to the Apple Display
MC007LL/A with Mini Display Port. Can I still get 2560x1600 resolution?

David,

Yes, I'm using the new mini server and a minus 1 generation 27" cinema display and they work perfectly together. However, the max resolution is 2560 x 1440. I've had many apple displays in the past, all connected to various mini or apple notebook computers all without a failure of any kind. I've been very happy with my current configuration.

good luck
Dan

 

[Mactagonist]

Just bear in mind that you may need to install a firmware update to stop your cinema display from flickering while connected to the 2011 mini.