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Should the need arise, can I use an Intel MacBook Air with USB ‘A’ ports to restore my M1 MacBook Pro (USB-C / Thunderbolt ports) with a suitable cable or adapter?

Posted on Aug 8, 2021 8:35 AM

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Aug 8, 2021 9:00 AM in response to CheviotView

CheviotView wrote:

Should the need arise, can I use an Intel MacBook Air with USB ‘A’ ports to restore my M1 MacBook Pro (USB-C / Thunderbolt ports) with a suitable cable or adapter?


If it ain't broke don't fix it.



https://support.apple.com/guide/apple-configurator-2/revive-or-restore-a-mac-with-apple-silicon-apdd5f3c75ad/mac

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