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12. If you're willing to risk breaking it, there are many options.

Wed Aug 12, 2020, 07:34 PM

Aug 2020

Adding memory could be really easy depending on the model
https://www.lifewire.com/imac-upgrade-guide-2260872

And more complex options over on iFixit, eg. replacing the disk with SSD:
https://www.ifixit.com/Store/Mac/iMac-Intel/SSD_Upgrade_Kits

I've got some really old systems still running just fine

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An old desktop MAC--how can I make use of it? [View all] Lulu KC Aug 2020 OP

Photoshop NCjack Aug 2020 #1

not a mac guy but.... getagrip_already Aug 2020 #2

ok, you got me curious so I looked briefly.... getagrip_already Aug 2020 #3

Use it as a music server over your wifi. LuvLoogie Aug 2020 #4

That's funny. I use my old iPod from 2003 PinkTiger Aug 2020 #8

What are the models and operating systems of both macs. Tetrachloride Aug 2020 #5

Well, if you have any doors that need propping open... SledDriver Aug 2020 #6

you should have an HDMI port on the old machine... dhill926 Aug 2020 #7

Mini display port CloudWatcher Aug 2020 #9

Thank you all! Lulu KC Aug 2020 #10

If you're willing to risk breaking it, there are many options. CloudWatcher Aug 2020 #12

Mini-DVI to HDMI cable SmartVoter22 Oct 2020 #13