Connect printer to USB-A port or use adaptor for Thunderbolt port?

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Connect printer to USB-A port or use adaptor for Thunderbolt port?

I have a LaserJet printer that connects to a USB-A port on my iMac. Same with my scanner. My iMac also has a few open Thunderbolt ports and I'm wondering if I were to use a USB-A to Thunderbolt adaptor for those two cables cable, and connect them to the Thunderbolt ports on my iMac, if I would notice any performance or speed improvements.

Thanks in advance for any advice you can offer.

iMac Line (2012 and Later)

Posted on Mar 12, 2022 10:08 PM

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tbirdvet

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Mar 13, 2022 7:23 AM in response to Roger Barre

You will see no speed increase. The speed is only as fast as the slowest hardware (your printer port design)

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rkaufmann87

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Mar 12, 2022 10:40 PM in response to Roger Barre

The Thunderbolt ports are also USB C, you can use a USB C to USB adapter and you are fine. Don't use a Thunderbolt cable (very expensive) which would be a complete waste of $$$

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Roger Barre Author

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Mar 13, 2022 3:19 PM in response to tbirdvet

Got it. Thanks.

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Connect printer to USB-A port or use adaptor for Thunderbolt port?

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