My MacBook Pro (Retina, 13-inch, Late 2012) does not connect to Philips monitor c276 c8 via HDMI. Do I understand correct that it my laptop is too old and therefore incompatible? Would it work if I got an HDMi to USBC converter?
MacBook Pro 13″, macOS 10.15
Your MacBook Pro retina 13-in 2012 model supports direct connection over its built-in HDMI port at up to 1920 by 1200, and using DisplayPort or ThunderBolt-2 or additional adapters, up to 2560 by 1600.
Your displays native resolution is 2560 by 1440, and it can connect via DisplayPort, HDMI, or USB-C.
>> This display should connect and work using a simple HDMI cord, but not at its top resolution.
¿Does it show any picture all all?
Your MacBook Pro retina 13-in 2012 model supports direct connection over its built-in HDMI port at up to 1920 by 1200, and using DisplayPort or ThunderBolt-2 or additional adapters, up to 2560 by 1600.
Your displays native resolution is 2560 by 1440, and it can connect via DisplayPort, HDMI, or USB-C.
>> This display should connect and work using a simple HDMI cord, but not at its top resolution.
¿Does it show any picture all all?
Hi akvilestirniukas,
Welcome to Apple Support Communities. We understand that you're having an issue with connecting your MacBook Pro to your Philips monitor. We'd like to help.
Have you ever been able to connect to this monitor before? Does it give you an error message? If so what does it say?
This resource should help you determine the best adapter to use. Adapters for the Thunderbolt 4, Thunderbolt 3, or USB-C port on your Mac - Apple Support
Hope that helps.
Take care!
My MacBook Pro does not connect to philips monitor c276 c8 via HDMI
