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Mac mini to Nikon CoolScan4000ED cable?

Trying to use NikonCoolScan400ED slide scanner; IEEE1394 out to ?


I have a new(er) Mac mini (2023); a 2017 and a 2011 iMac; I've used it on the 2011.


What kind of cable do I need to use it on the 2017 iMac? (is it even possible to use it via the new Mac mini?

Since the mini has usb ports, I dont' see why not?...?

Thanks to all.

Posted on Dec 20, 2024 1:01 PM

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Dec 20, 2024 1:17 PM in response to gloriafromdearborn

IEEE1394 is commonly known as Firewire so you would need a USB-C Thunderbolt to Firewire setup. Unfortunately it’s not easy and requires several adapters.


The following video explains in detail how to do this. The video is accurate and I used the exact same adapters to connect an old Firewire drive to my M1 Studio Max


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fojCIdB-WQs


Good luck

Mac mini to Nikon CoolScan4000ED cable?

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