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Is it possible to connect USB A devices to a 2015 MBP with Thunderbolt 2 ports?

My MBP has only one USB port, but it has two Thunderbolt 2 ports. Is there any way to use them to attach USB devices - drives, specifically?

Posted on Jul 14, 2020 9:58 AM

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Posted on Jul 14, 2020 10:29 AM

Yes, but not with a simple adapter. You'd need a TB2 dock, and they're pretty much only available used and not cheap, e.g.


https://www.amazon.com/OWC-OWCTB2DOCK12P-Thunderbolt-2-Dock/dp/B00UUCQVBK


You're better off getting a regular USB-A hub and connecting it to your single USB port.

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Jul 14, 2020 11:29 AM in response to dyuhas

dyuhas Said:

Is it possible to connect USB A devices to a 2015 MBP with Thunderbolt 2 ports?: My MBP has only one USB port, but it has two Thunderbolt 2 ports. Is there any way to use them to attach USB devices - drives, specifically?

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Crossover Cable:

Keep in mind, what you are looking for is called a “crossover cable”. So, use those words(perhaps keeping the quotes) when you go about searching for one.

Is it possible to connect USB A devices to a 2015 MBP with Thunderbolt 2 ports?

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