How to connect data cable to MacBook Pro
- @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 ?
- CCharles 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:
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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.
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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.
- TTiny pp @tinypp
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 ?- 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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