![]() ![]() After making sure the part fits through the access port, I’d remove the mount assembly and work with it on its own. For attachment to VESA mounts, ideally the hole pattern should be centered on a display’s back. It also dictates the placement of the hole pattern on the display. With a properly shaped piece of metal, all you really need is a tap and die kit to create threaded bolt holes, plus perhaps a drill for the VESA mount plate. The VESA mount standard defines dimensions of the four-hole attachment interface on the back of displays and the screws used to fit those holes. Not unlike the original iMac VESA adapter. Thus, all you really need to do is fabricate a short adapter that will attach to the mount assembly internally, extend beyond the shell of the iMac, and attach to a VESA mount plate. This VESA Mount Adapter Kit allows your 24 or 27 iMac computer, 24 or 27 LED Cinema Display, or Apple Thunderbolt Display to be used with a variety of. ![]() The mount assembly is much the same as the old one with the major difference being the aforesaid orientation of the set screws. Important note: Macworld and I take absolutely no responsibility for any damage you do to your iMac during any step of any alteration or use of a homemade adapter. I’m merely pointing out possible paths to VESA compatibility for those willing to take a risk-an extremely slight one if you’re capable. Alternatively, the brains to let someone who really knows what they’re doing handle it. Now I’m going to address the distinct minority of the iMac community who have the ability and gumption to disassemble their iMac, as well as fabricate simple metal parts. ![]() Advanced DIY (or have someone else do it) ![]()
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