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Ethernet cable Connection for a Macbook Pro

What ethernet cable do I need to connect to my router for a Macbook Pro. Do I need any adapter, or will a standard cable work?

MacBook Pro 13″, macOS 10.15

Posted on Sep 23, 2020 6:37 AM

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Posted on Sep 23, 2020 7:03 PM

It depends on the exact model of MacBook Pro. Older non-Retina models have a standard Ethernet port, while the older Retina models (2012-2015) need a Thunderbolt to Gigabit Ethernet Adapter. For a USB-C model laptop Apple does not make a USB-C to Gigabit Ethernet Adapter (why?!?) so you will need to purchase a third party adapter (Plugable, Anker, and StarTech are good brand options).

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Sep 23, 2020 7:03 PM in response to sani177

It depends on the exact model of MacBook Pro. Older non-Retina models have a standard Ethernet port, while the older Retina models (2012-2015) need a Thunderbolt to Gigabit Ethernet Adapter. For a USB-C model laptop Apple does not make a USB-C to Gigabit Ethernet Adapter (why?!?) so you will need to purchase a third party adapter (Plugable, Anker, and StarTech are good brand options).

Ethernet cable Connection for a Macbook Pro

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