Thunder bolt device tree shows status as no device connected to port

We are trying to connect old Mac Pro display to newer Mac Pro(2019). Under system report/information of our newer Mac Pro(2019, BigSur Version 11.1), Thunderbolt Bus 2/3 shows port status as 'No device connected', in fact devices (iPhone, Mac Display) were connected? However, USB device tree 3.1 Bus shows iPhone connected. Am I missing any configuration to connect Mac Display? Why is Thunderbolt connected device(iPhone) showing under USB tree? It will be helpful if any one can help in figuring out this puzzle. Thanks

Posted on Jan 30, 2021 10:25 AM

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Jan 30, 2021 10:42 AM in response to kkb-DN

 About Thunderbolt 3

MacBook Pro (15-inch, 2016), MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2016, Four Thunderbolt 3 Ports), and MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2016, Two Thunderbolt 3 Ports) come equipped with Thunderbolt 3, an I/O technology that connects devices to your computer at speeds up to 40 Gbps. Thunderbolt 3 combines data transfer, video output, and charging capabilities in a single, compact connector.

The Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) ports on your MacBook Pro support Thunderbolt 3 devices at speeds up to 40 Gbps when you use a Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C to USB-C) cable. You can also connect Thunderbolt and Thunderbolt 2 devices using the Apple Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) to Thunderbolt 2 Adapter at maximum speeds of 20 Gbps. Learn more about Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) to Thunderbolt 2 Adapter compatibility.

from:

Connect with Thunderbolt 3 on your new MacBook Pro - Apple Support

https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT207443


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ThunderBolt-3 is an uncommitted computer port that can do almost anything, with the right cables/adapters. The first cable/adapter you attach specializes the port to one particular purpose, usually a more narrow subset of all it could potentially do. If you connect a USB cable, you specialize that port into a USB port, and it is not at all surprising to find its USB information filed under USB devices.

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