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Cinema Display VESA Mount Adapter Kit

Great Bracket

Written by LG from Duluth

Jan 20, 2008

I used this bracket to attach two Apple Cinema monitors (20") to an Ergotron monitor stand. You will need to utilize the adapter plate which comes with the Ergotron stand because the four holes which are drilled and tapped on this adapter will not work without the adapter plate that comes with the Ergotron. This monitor bracket really should come pre-drilled and tapped for both sets of mounting standards.

One complaint I read was associated with the "unattractive" appearance of the black adapter plate that must be used with this mount. The easy remedy here was to simply purchase a $3 can of silver spray paint and paint the adapter plate.

Looks and functions great! Very happy here!

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Cinema Display VESA Mount Adapter Kit

It's all good

Written by GK from Oakland

Apr 5, 2007

Easy to install, easy to uninstall. Compatible with every arm I've tried so far. Highly recommended.

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Cinema Display VESA Mount Adapter Kit

Works like a CHARM

Written by AL from Akron

Oct 17, 2006

I've read reviews where they say scews are the wrong size, plate holes don't match, etc...
These adapters work only on the newer monitors.
Check before you buy. I did.

I used this with an ERGOTRON DOUBLE MON DS100-BLK VESA

I have 2 23" Cinema HD Displays and these VESA Mount adapters work like a charm.
You have 2 different sizes of plastic Bumpers. I had to use the smaller size because the side scews wouldn't fit unless I used the smaller size.
All the parts and screws were the right size.
The only down side is that they are way over priced.
Hope this helps someone.
BTW, I received these adapters the very next day after ordering. GO MAC and thank you.

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Cinema Display VESA Mount Adapter Kit

Great!

Written by MM from LAS VEGAS

Oct 27, 2009

I'm using the Ergotron LX Desk Mount Arm - mounting kit ( 45-179-195 ) and this works great with it. If you want to make sure you get the right arm, try this Ergotron!

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Cinema Display VESA Mount Adapter Kit

Simply Perfect !!!

Written by CS from Ridgewood

Nov 4, 2009

This piece is exactly what is meant to be. Installation is as described, perfect fit with VESA mounts. I read all the other reviews before and I think that people that are not happy with this adaptor, either bought a cheap mount or have no idea or talent for this kind of stuff. Any TV, monitor, etc. don't have screws holes to accommodate different dimensions or standards; the mount always comes with a bunch of screws, mounting plates and washers. The only thing I could comment is that it could come with my 30" display for the price i paid.

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Cinema Display VESA Mount Adapter Kit

Perfect

Written by SM from Las Vegas

Oct 4, 2009

designed perfectly, worked perfectly for 30" cinema dispaly

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Cinema Display VESA Mount Adapter Kit

Simply, GREAT.

Written by CH from MANCHESTER BY THE SEA

Apr 3, 2007

Not everyone needs one of these, so it is no surprise that Apple doesn't include one with every display. I was surprised to read comments to the contrary. This is clearly an accessory, and it is perfectly matched to an Apple display, with the fit and finish you'd expect from a $30.00 bracket. Screws to fit multiple monitor sizes (20, 23, 30") are included plus clear instructions.
The display arm I have (Ergotron) is made to utilize 75mm spacing, and includes an adaptor to fit the 100mm spacing of this mount. The adaptor (in my opinion) was a less than elegant solution (black steel bracket). To my eye, the extra adaptor was unsightly, so I drilled and tapped holes in the Apple Vesa Mount to attach directly to the Ergotron arm. It was easy, and looks much better than the alternative. Perhaps Apple could have done this for me, but again, it was easy.

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Cinema Display VESA Mount Adapter Kit

Great design easy install process

Written by CP from Lahaina

Apr 15, 2007

Priced well for elegant engineering. Simple installation just proceed carefully so you will not mar the surface of your display. There may be some confusion if you don’t don’t match your VESA arm to this 100x100 type. Congratulations.

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Cinema Display VESA Mount Adapter Kit

Solid design, easy to attach

Written by MS from Washington

Dec 28, 2005

This mount adapter was quick and easy to install and maintains the sleek design of my cinema display. I've used it to mount the display to the Atdec Telehook Multi LCD Mount and am extremely happy with the results. (Note: Affixing the mount adapter can be done solo. It took two of us to mount the Atdec to the adapter and then to the wall.)

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Cinema Display VESA Mount Adapter Kit

Nice piece of kit

Written by KM from Melbourne

Mar 18, 2008

This a very well crafted and machined piece of hardware. It has a nice finish and complements the looks my new 30" Cinema Display nicely. The only slight problem I had attaching it to the display was that you first have to snap on two thin gray plastic bumpers. I found these a tad hard to fully seat in place. Due to the tight tolerances to which this mount is built,y ou need to make sure the bumpers are fully seated or the screws wont align properly to go in the sides of the unit.

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Cinema Display VESA Mount Adapter Kit

good but

Written by SS from Prague, CZ

Sep 14, 2008

can also confirm - rubber bumpers should be removed before you can attach this (at least to 20" cinema). after the procedure you may try to put one rubber back. there's no space for two.

btw, why don't apple just make a vesa 100x100 available from the box, like all other monitor vendors do? think different?

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Cinema Display VESA Mount Adapter Kit

Learn your facts...

Written by DC from Chicago

Feb 5, 2007

I disagree with the naysayers. I think that the mount is great! Apart from being slightly bothersome to attach to the monitor, it sits well, matches the piece and does just what it says on the box. Thing is, there are several VESA sizes so you have to get a mount that is compatible. 50 x 50, 75 x 75, 100 x 100 and 200 x 200 are all dimesions which are included the VESA standard. So when you buy your actual wall mount be informed as which sizes it will accommodate and what portion of the standard it applies to and then you won't have to blame Apple for your ignorance. You wouldn't go to an auto parts store and ask for a battery without knowing what kind of car it was going into, would you?

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Cinema Display VESA Mount Adapter Kit

works as expected

Written by DC from Vail

Oct 20, 2006

While a bit overpriced, the adapter works perfectly and is easy to attach.

It's a substantial piece of aluminum and it would be a waste of resources to provide one for each of the 99% of display purchasers who would never use it.

Considering Apple's usual attention to detail, I'm surprised that the adapter covers the bottom of the Apple logo on the back of the (23") display. One would think, with this in mind, the logo would have been placed a bit higher. (No one will see this unless the display is pulled a good distance from the wall.)

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Cinema Display VESA Mount Adapter Kit

Works great - less filling

Written by JC from San Francisco

Jul 20, 2008

I had absolutely no trouble attaching the adapter to my 20" Cinema display, and absolutely no trouble attaching my articulating arm to the adapter. My only gripe is that the adapter bracket obscures part of the Apple logo on the back of the Cinema display.

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Cinema Display VESA Mount Adapter Kit

READ THESE REVIEWS !!!

Written by WD from Tinton Falls

Oct 28, 2008

A very useful, necessary item if you plan on mounting the 24" iMac. DONT KID AROUND WITH THE TORX SCREWS, they are soft, torqued down in the factory and easily stripped! Get a good driver with alot of leverage before attempting to turn these crews, under no circumstances use the tool in the kit.

I had to drill one out and I thought I was being careful. Why they didn't send a new set of screws with this kit is unexplainable. That being said, once on, it makes mounting a cinch.

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Cinema Display VESA Mount Adapter Kit

It worked, eventually

Written by DS from Tucson

Apr 11, 2008

I could not get it to fit following Apple's instructions. With the plastic scratch guards in place, the screws would not line up properly to engage the threads in the holes on the back of the monitor (and yes, I double checked that I was using the correct bits of plastic for my 23-in monitor). I removed the plastic scratch guards and replaced them with strips of folded paper and cellophane tape, and everything fit.
I am very happy with the monitor now that I can adjust the height. My neck and shoulders relaxed instantly.
I agree completely with the earlier reviewer who said that a $900 monitor ought to come with VESA mounting ability. I add that a $900 monitor should also have a HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT!

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Cinema Display VESA Mount Adapter Kit

Standard feature on other, even much less expensive monitors

Written by BA from Syosset

Dec 16, 2005

While this products functions perfectly, the reason for the low score is due to my feeling that this should have been included with my monitor. NOT something I need to go out and spend an additional $30 on. Especially since most other LCD monitors now have this feature built in already. I wouldn't want to ruin the esthetic, so I don't mind that it is a seperate piece, it just really should have been included.

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Cinema Display VESA Mount Adapter Kit

requires additional parts to be compatible

Written by JM from Cupertino

Jul 11, 2006

most vesa arms have 75mm x 75mm mounts. This is 100mm x 100mm., which means you need yet another adapter. this should have just had the 75mm holes drilled in as well.

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