Is it possible to use a new iMAC 2011 (with thunderbolt port) as a passive screen with a Macbook (MacBook5,1 - End 2008) ?

s it possible to use a new iMAC 2011 (with thunderbolt port) as a passive screen with a Macbook (MacBook5,1 - End 2008) ?

No, you would need to upgrade the MacBook to a 2011 MacBook Pro that also has Thunderbolt.
Roger

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