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How to connect data cable to MacBook Pro

By Tiny pp @tinypp
    2024-11-18 23:58:17.876Zassigned to
    • @cghague

    Since there are no old usb port on MacBook Pro, can I just use a usb a to c and connect TP to MacBook Pro ? Will the keyboard and mouse data transfer work ?

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      Charles Hague @cghague2024-11-19 01:02:01.892Z

      Hi, thanks for your great question about using TinyPilot on a Mac with only USB-C ports. You can connect your TinyPilot device to your Mac using the following methods:

      • USB-C to USB-C data cable - This option is the simplest, but your chosen cable must support data to be compatible with TinyPilot. Some USB-C cables only deliver power, particularly those provided to charge mobile devices.

      • USB-C or Thunderbolt hub with USB-A ports - A hub or dock can help reduce the number of cables you need to connect or disconnect when moving your laptop between locations. The hub or dock might also provide a HDMI port to use with your TinyPilot device.

      1. TTiny pp @tinypp
          2024-11-19 03:40:06.188Z

          Thanks for the quick reply.
          One more question. What “information” about the TP does the MacBook Pro have when only a data cable is connected?
          Can you share some of the actual data / logs / actual info that MacBook learns by connecting only with data cable ?

          1. CCharles Hague @cghague2024-11-19 23:47:22.945Z

            Thanks for getting back to me! Our article on how TinyPilot identifies itself explains how a TinyPilot device will appear to a target computer. It should contain all the necessary details, but please let me know if you have any questions.

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