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What ports does my MacBook Pro 2011 have?
MagSafe power port.
Are all Mac USB ports the same?
They have the same shape, but use different symbols on the cable and port. If you’re using an HDMI cable with your display, use the Apple USB-C Digital AV Multiport Adapter or a third-party USB-C to HDMI adapter or cable. If you’re using a VGA cable with your display, use the Apple USB-C VGA Multiport Adapter.
Can a Thunderbolt 1 port be a USB 3.0 port?
Since the USB-C/Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt 1/2 adapter from Apple apparently works both ways, so with a normal thunderbolt cable attached to the adapter that would give me a USB-C connector, and then using a USB-C to USB-A 3.0 adapter. Would that be possible, is everything compatible? I hope you didn’t get too confused? Click to expand…
Are there USB 3.0 ports on a Mac mini?
I have added one to my 2011 Mac mini which has no USB 3.0 ports. There are many docks available and most of them offer USB 3.0 ports. Keep in mind that, as far as I know, all docks require an external power source (wall plug), but there are some that don’t need one. Please let me know if this answers your question. This is the product I use:
Can a USB 2 port be turned into a USB 3 port?
Errrr no, that won’t turn your USB2 port into a USB3 port. The speed of the port is determined by the type of port thats on the motherboard, not by what cables you plug into it. In your case, you have USB 2 ports on your motherboard.
What kind of USB cable do I need for my MacBook Pro?
A single cable costs between $30-50. Instead of a Thunderbolt dock you can also buy a TB to USB 3.0 adapter. Kanex produces one that also supports eSATA. However, you won’t be able to connect any devices that need to draw power to operate.