IMac as monitor?

I would like to use my iMac 7,1 as a monitor for my Mac mini 2012. Is that possible and if yes, what type of cable connection do I need? Thank you.

Aria.uk wrote:
I would like to use my iMac 7,1 as a monitor for my Mac mini 2012. Is that possible and if yes, what type of cable connection do I need? Thank you.
It might be, you can look into a product call ScreenRecyler, I believe OWC still sells it at www.macsales.com or you can visit http://www.screenrecycler.com/ScreenRecycler.html

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