Mini DisplayPort

Mini DisplayPort is a smaller version of VESA's 20-pin DisplayPort connection interace. Mini DisplayPort was released by Apple in October 2008. Apple uses the port in the MacBook family and its desktop line. Despite its small size, Mini DisplayPort has a full 20 pins and can support up to a 30-inch display with a 2560 by 1600 screen resolution. The connection can be used in Apple's displays and some Collins America screens. This is replaced by the Thunderbolt port.