Here's the case:
I am purchasing a Mac mini in a few months.
I am trying to entirely prepare myself for when it is shipped to my doorstep.
I am still, however, hesitant to buy a VGA monitor, because I have an iMac that might have the potential to act as a monitor. It is an old iMac that will be replaced by the Mac mini.
This is where you forum members come in. You guys and gals are to tell me whether or not I need to buy a monitor.
My setup:
iMac G5 running 10.5.8 Leopard.
Will be getting:
Mac mini running newest Apple OS X version.
Already have:
Apple USB Keyboard (2 USB ports, 1999 edition)
Just a generic mouse
80gb external hard disk(?...just thought I'd mention it in case it came in handy)
The only reason I doubt VGA2USB will work is the fact that the video source will
1). Leave Mac mini via MiniDisplayPort, from a VGA socket without prongs
2). Exit the MiniDisplayPort dongle into double-ended VGA cable with prongs
3). Enter a VGA2USB device via the double-ended cable
4). USB end is received by the iMac.
That's pretty complicated, I know... but will it work... that's my question. I'm pretty sure it hasn't been attempted, but it would make my day if you actually knew the answer to my question.
~m99