Does older cinema displays connect to new iMacs

does older cinema displays connect to new imacs

Yes. Use a Mini DisplayPort adapter for that type of display.
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    You need to use a dual-link DVI adaptor to get a higher resolution from that display.
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    I don't yet know many of the specifics of the 30" Cinema display I'm considering.  I know it is about 3 years old.  And here is a picture of the back of it:

    Yes, you should be able use the 30" Cinema Display with your new iMac without problems. You'll need a mini-DisplayPort to Dual-Link DVI adapter:
    http://store.apple.com/us/product/MB571Z/A/mini-displayport-to-dual-link-dvi-ada pter
    I haven't had the 30" myself to test so I don't know if there any caveats. Perhaps someone else here will have personal experience.
    Regards.

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    Overview
    Every Mac with a Mini DisplayPort allows you to connect an external display or projector using an adapter. You can use an external display as your main workspace or to extend your desktop, or you can work in mirrored mode with a projector so you can view what your audience sees.
    Use the Mini DisplayPort to Dual-Link DVI Adapter to connect your Mac to a 30-inch display that includes a DVI connector, such as the 30-inch Apple Cinema Display HD, and enjoy the ultimate widescreen canvas with a resolution of 2560 by 1600 pixels.
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    Brightness is controlled via USB.  Is the display's USB cable plugged into the computer?

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    As the title says.
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    <http://store.apple.com/us/product/MB571Z/A/mini-displayport-to-dual-link-dvi-ada pter>

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    Apple computers: Troubleshooting issues with video on internal or external displays
    http://support.apple.com/kb/ht1573
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    Apple Mini-DVI to DVI Adapter
    http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3235

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