Questions & Answers for Apple Thunderbolt Cable (2m) - White
Apple Thunderbolt Cable (2m) - White
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137 Questions from the Community
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ethernet vs thunderbolt for migration
If using migration assistant to transfer system from old macbook pro with thunderbolt port to new macbook pro with thunderbolt port, is it better to use wired ethernet connection or thunderbolt connection for the migration? Which is faster?
- Asked by Alan F from Cloverdale
- Jun 14, 2012
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Best Answer:I recently did some experimenting with the migration assistant. The source machine is a 2011 MacBook Air and the target machine is a 2012 Macbook Pro Retina. The data transferred is 127gb.
Technique. Duration.
Wireless. 4.7 hours
Ethernet direct. 1.7 hours
Thunderbolt. 10 minutes
All three techniques resulted in a flawless transfer of data, settings, etc. the software just works, and the a thunderbolt technology makes it crazy fast.- Answered by Gary O from Broomfield
- Aug 26, 2012
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Thunderbolt port to mini-Displayport via Thunderbolt to Thunderbolt cable
Will a Thunderbolt cable connect a 2012 MacbookPro (with a Thunderbolt port) to a late-2009 iMac (with a miniDisplay port) and operate in target mode? What about audio signal as well as video?
- Asked by Andrew M from Darien
- Jan 8, 2013
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Best Answer:All you need is a mini-Displayport to mini-Displayport cable. Skip this upscale Thunderbolt to Thunderbolt cable. You'll find mini-Displayport to mini-Displayport cables much cheaper in other retailers.
- Answered by Meng W from Ansonia
- Jan 18, 2013
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Use iMac late 2009 as a second display connected to iMac late 2014
Not sure if possible, is it possible to use my iMac Late 2009 as a second display for the iMac late 2014 build.
The old iMac has a Mini display port and the new iMac has only thunderbolt connections?
I am confused after reading apples FAQ's
Appreciate any help, thank you
John- Asked by John A from Eastbourne
- Apr 24, 2015
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Best Answer:Yes, the iMac late 2009 supports Target Display Mode (TDM)
Cable Supported: Mini DisplayPort to Mini DisplayPort
Port on Source Computer: Mini DisplayPort or Thunderbolt
Thunderbolt ports are backwards compatible, meaning they support MiniDisplay Port cables. Your iMac 2009 with MiniDisplay Port does not support Thunderbolt. So you will need a Mini DisplayPort to Mini DisplayPort cable; this would then be plugged into Mini DisplayPort in 2009 iMac and Thunderbolt port on 2014 iMac.
Command F2 on the 2009 iMac would put this computer into TDM, with the 2014 iMac as the source computer.- Answered by Michael R from Golden
- Jun 1, 2015
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How to connect Thunderbolt of MacBook Pro (Retina, 13-inch, Mid 2014) to USB C Port ?
- Asked by Sheikh T from New York City
- Aug 8, 2018
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How can I connect the newest Macbook Pro to a projector?
- Asked by Nan L from Changping District
- Jul 2, 2011
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will this cable connect to a late 2012 iMac Thunderbolt 2 Port?
Using Thunderbolt ports I want to connect my iMac late 2012 to my new 2018 Mac Can I use this Thunderbolt 2 cable to connect my 2012 Mac (I have the adaptor that will bridge the connection between the 2012 Thunderbolt 2 port to the 2018 Thunderbolt 3 port.
I just need to know if this cable will connect to my Late 2012 Mac Thunderbolt 2 port. I am hoping to use 1 Mac as a Second monitor, an extended desktop
Thanks- Asked by Robert C from Bethpage
- May 25, 2018
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Can I connect a time capsule with a thunderbolt cable?
- Asked by Anthony R from Naples
- Mar 9, 2012
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Best Answer:No, there is no Thunderbolt enabled Time Capsules as of yet. You, like me, will have to wait.
- Answered by Robert B. H from Rex
- Mar 27, 2012
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Can I connect the thunderbolt cable to hdmi port?
I would like to connect my Mac to my HDTV. I would like to try to use the thunderbolt cable. is there anyway that it can connect to my HDTV via HDMI or any other port.
- Asked by Ahmed S from Mississauga
- Jul 9, 2011
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Best Answer:If you go to the Mac accessories and go into cables, you will find cables and adapters for thunderbolt to HDMI. an important note is that they will say Mini DisplayPort, not thunderbolt..
- Answered by Ryan G from Abbotsford
- Jul 24, 2011
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Can my new I mac (2012) connect to a my macbook pro (2010) with the thunderbolt cable and be used (the macbook pro) as a second display?
- Asked by Matthew W from San Francisco
- Feb 26, 2012
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AnswerNot at all. You use the iMac as a second display as long as its a 27 inch and you need a mini display port cable not a thunderbolt cable.
- Answered by Kevin G from Kamloops
- Jun 12, 2012
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How many devices can be connected - simultaneously - to one thunderbolt port?
I work with video production but the budget is yet limited, so I can't afford a Mac Pro. But with an iMac I might be able to work just fine. But before I buy a mac I need to know if the thunderbolt can support multiple devices as in a hub. Could I plug two, three monitors, a pci express for playing hard videos, and also connect a Raid of Hard drives?
- Asked by Diego G from Salvador
- Oct 29, 2011
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Best Answer:Thunderbolt is a point-to-point interface, that also allows daisy-chaining to up to seven devices. The new iMacs have other ports besides just Thunderbolt out their back, so in effect it already is a hub for these different port types. IF you want to chain via the Thunderbolt port, you need to make sure each device connected to your iMac has two Thunderbolt ports, one for its "upstream" Thunderbolt partner and one for its "downstream" device chain. Be careful, though, for not all Thunderbolt devices have this second port, so they have to be wired into your string as the last/end-point
- Answered by Tom R from Cupertino
- Jan 4, 2012
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can i connect a thunderbolt display to my 2010 mac pro?
- Asked by David D from Sarasota
- Aug 31, 2011
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Best Answer:My Thunderbolt display just arrived and I tried it with my mid 2010 15" Macbook Pro (non-thunderbolt port), and the MBPro doesn't recognise the thunderbolt display.
I purchased the Thunderbolt display for my new Macbook Air (with Thunderbolt port) and it works just fine.- Answered by Neil H from Jerrabomberra
- Sep 19, 2011
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Does thunderbolt allow combined digital audio and video like HDMI? My HTIB takes one input -- does not receive signals separately from same source.
- Asked by Jonathan L from Langley
- Dec 2, 2012
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AnswerYes, the display data stream also carries audio over the Thunderbolt connection. However, all devices must be compatible and audio settings properly configured.
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Will this cable work on ipad4
Need a longer charging cable for ipad4retina
- Asked by Terry P from Jacksonville
- Jan 19, 2013
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Best Answer:No - the iPad 4 uses the "Lightning" cable.
- Answered by Richard D from Camarillo
- Jan 22, 2013
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Are USB 3.0 and Thunderbolt compatible, is there an adapter presently on the market? If not can I upgrade my USB 2.0 to 3.0 on my Macbook?
I currently have a Macbook Pro 13' and have USB 3.0 1 TB external hard drives for my media needs. I would like to be able to use the speeds of Thunderbolt or USB 3.0 when moving things around. I have searched for an adapter without success, so if there is nothing currently available could I upgrade my USB ports?
- Asked by Joshua T from South Abington Township
- Jan 2, 2012
- Flag as inappropriate (Are USB 3.0 and Thunderbolt compatible, is there an adapter presently on the market? If not can I upgrade my USB 2.0 to 3.0 on my Macbook?)
Best Answer:The Kanex Thunderbolt Adapter has arrived. Thunderbolt to USB 3.0 with eSATA or Ethernet and priced at $80.
- Answered by Thomas W from Denver
- Jun 29, 2014
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Can I connect a 27" thunderbolt display to Dell Precision M4500 laptop?
Got a Dell Precision M4500 for my dad. It has a VGA port and a displayport...he likes a big screen so he can see it better. Have a 27" thunderbolt display. What cable do I use to connect the 2?
Thanks!- Asked by Chris W from San Jose
- Apr 19, 2018
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I am wanting clarification as to whether I can use TDM on the following devices and would like confirmation on the correct cable required.
I have the following: MacBook Pro (Retina, 13-inch, Mid 2014)
I want to buy a used iMac 27" 11,1 Late 2009 AND use it as a dual screen...
Can I utilise the TDM function with these two devices and if so what cable do I need.
Many thanks in advance!No answers yet
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Can I connect my mid 2010 Macbook pro to a thunderbolt apple display?
- Asked by James M from Burlington
- May 11, 2016
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Best Answer:No, you cannot. Your MacBook Pro (Mid 2010) does not have an Thunderbolt connector and hence it would be futile to connect a Thunderbolt cable. Even though the present MiniDisplay Port would fit the Thunderbolt cable, not electrical connection would be established.
- Answered by Peter S
- May 13, 2016
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what cables do I need to connect macbook 2009 to hdmi?
- Asked by Sandra S from Kentland
- Jun 3, 2014
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Best Answer:I know a few weeks have gone by, but if you're still looking, you need a "mini DisplayPort to HDMI cable". I can't put a link in here so just Google that term in quotes. You can pick one up from Apple, or from online suppliers like Monoprice.com.
Note that the 2009 MacBooks won't pass sound through the mini DisplayPort, only video. So you will need a separate audio solution. Mine was to run a 3.5mm stereo cord from my MacBook's headphones port to a Logitech portable speaker. You can also just listen through the computer's speakers if you want.- Answered by Patricia H from Ridgefield
- Jun 29, 2014
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How to connect iMac 2010 to MacBook Pro 2010 for display purposes?
Alright, I have a 2010 iMac as well as a 2010 MacBook Pro. I am hoping to connect them for display purposes...how can I go about this? Thinking the Thunderbolt cable would work, but don't want to shell out the $49 until I know forsure.
Thanks!- Asked by Matthew S from Port Colborne
- Apr 23, 2012
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