Question on mini mac

yes i have a imac and iam wanting to get a mini mac for a media file server on my home network
but iam asking can i plug the mini into my imac's usb port and use the imac's display to set up the mini get the media i want on there in itunes
iam just wondeing if i can do that or do i have to get another display for the mini same goes can i use my imacs keyboard , mouse for the mini or do i need to get another set just for the mini
any help would b greatfull

No; you need to use a Mini DisplayPort connection. Click here for setup instructions; if the iMac has a Thunderbolt port, the Mac mini needs to have one as well.
This isn't available for a 21-inch iMac with a Mini DisplayPort.
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