Connect 2nd monitor in imac 10.9.1

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Hi RIF7000,
Thanks for using Apple Support Communities.  This article has information on adding additional displays to your Mac:
OS X Mavericks: Connect multiple displays to your Mac
http://support.apple.com/kb/PH13814
Cheers,
- Ari

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    http://www.everymac.com/systems/apple/imac/index-imac.html
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    If you have an intel-powered iMac I can ask the Hosts to move you to that forum, which is much more active than this one which is for pre-2006 iMacs.

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  • Hp 6200 desktop pc tring to connect 2nd monitor havving problem

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    Normally the system will recognize that a PCI video card is installed.  First check the BIOS and set the video to accept the new card.  BTW: what Windows version is installed?
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  • How do I connect 2nd monitor to 2010 Mac Pro?

    Hi all, I'd appreciate some help as I'm a little out of my element.
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    Is there a possible way to connect a second monitor to this machine? If it requires adding another video card or something else special, links are appreciated.
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    You don't need another card or USB adapter.
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    Hi Guys,
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  • Connecting a 2nd monitor to my 27" iMac

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  • What cable do I need to connect a 2nd Monitor from the thunderbolt port?

    Hi I have got one of the brand new iMac's with thunderbolt ports - what cable do I need to connect my Imac to a 2nd display either VGA or DVI - also is there a budget version about as well as I am sure its going to cost a lot from the apple store     

    Thanks I understand that I need another cable and have that from when I connected my old PC to the 2nd monitor.
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