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Thunderbolt 3 Ports

Hello,


I currently have a Macbook Pro 2016 with 2 Thunderbolt 3 ports.


Due to my working setup, I need more ports than I have. I need to plug 2 Thunderbolt 3 devices, the power outlet for the laptop with USB C and 1 USB 3 hub. So basically I am looking for a way to turn my 2 Thunderbolt 3 ports into 2 thunderbolt 3 + usb c power + 1 usb 3.


I've been browsing a lot online but even the most high end Thunderbolt 3 ports don't offer what I am looking for (most of them have 2 Thunderbolt 3 ports and one of them is always used to connect the host device)


Unfortunately, I won't be able to use my Thunderbolt 3 devices with simple USB C ports so USB C hubs/splitters won't do the trick.


I will be more than grateful if someone shares their knowledge and guide me to the best solution of my problem.


Thank you so much!


Merry Christmas and Happy New Year

Posted on Dec 26, 2020 4:09 AM

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Posted on Dec 26, 2020 4:27 AM

Thunderbolt should be able to daisy chain several devices, so that might be a solution. I think this


https://www.apple.com/shop/product/HP9H2ZM/A/belkin-thunderbolt-3-dock-pro


might also be a possible solution, because it can back feed power to your MacBook, allowing you to release the port used for charging.

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Thunderbolt 3 Ports

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