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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

Vesa Mount not compatible with support arm sold by Apple

Written by JL from Anchorage

Feb 17, 2006

There are two vesa standards and this mount will not work with the Spacedec arm sold by Apple. The mount can easily be modified if you have access to precision drilling and tapping equipment. Otherwise beware of incompatibility

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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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Cinema Display VESA Mount Adapter Kit

Screws too small

Written by KW from Kansas City

Sep 26, 2006

In conjunction with removing the stand that ships with the Cinema Display monitors and installing this one, I had a difficult time with the screw sizes and access. Especially if you change your mind and want to re-attach the original stand, one tends to stand on your head to get the job done.

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Cinema Display VESA Mount Adapter Kit

Yet another way for Apple to Nickle and Dime us!!!

Written by JS from Wilmington

Sep 28, 2006

I would give this product half a star if I could. The holes are not compatable with common mounts. Apple in yet another attempt to nickle and dime us to death comes up with the idea of requiring an adapter to mount a monitor to something that all other monitors come with standard.(and they charge $30 not including shipping for it) Here is some advice for the design team at Apple stop over designing, whats wrong with the installed holes in every other monitor on the market?

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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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Procede with caution

Written by CB from Northridge

May 6, 2008

The tolerances are way too tight. I had to remove one of the "rubber bumpers" in order to attach this to my 23 inch display, attach it, and then pound the rubber bumper back in.

Rookie design mistakes, I expect better from Apple. Much better.

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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

Super Easy

Written by MW from LAKEWOOD

Aug 17, 2008

I was a little worried with suspending my 30" cinema display 6 feet off the floor on an articulating arm, but the VESA mount adapter kit proved super easy and sturdy. It took all of 5 min to install. I would highly recommend this product to anyone interested.

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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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