Airdrop Constant Fail Message

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Airdrop Constant Fail Message

When sending file from (MacPro) to (MacbookPro) both computers see each other, however I am unable to send docx. without being denied:

1. I received the failed to send (on MacPro Tower -to- MacbookPro laptop) but the files show up on my Macbook Pro - why? And is there a fix?

2. When sending from (MacbookPro laptop -to- MacPro tower), the proper dialogue questions and answers apply and it works fine.

Others have stated rebooting the finder on both devices as a solution, however this did nothing for me.

-Both units are running OSX 10.8.5 Thanks!!!

Mac Pro, Mac OS X (10.6.8), 12 Core2.66/32 GB RAM/240GB SSD...

Posted on Aug 12, 2014 2:13 PM

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Answer 1

Liquid46 Author

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Aug 12, 2014 2:18 PM in response to Liquid46

UPDATE: Actually, no files were sent, the "old version" of the file is what I was seeing. So, transfer from Tower to laptop, NO GO>

Transfer from laptop to tower, works fine.

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Answer 2

Eric Root

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Aug 13, 2014 7:57 AM in response to Liquid46

If you can see the other computer in the Finder Sidebar, try a drag and drop and see what happens.

Airdrop Basics

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Answer 3

Liquid46 Author

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Aug 14, 2014 9:14 PM in response to Eric Root

As you can see, the computers show up in the Airdrop Tabs in the finder, not as an item, say for instance my Wifi Printer that does show up. Its an issue with the airdrop feature itself not sending to the laptop, and no option to accept of deny file from laptop as I get an instant "fail" message when attempting from the Desktop. Thanks so much for your help and advice, Eric Root!

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Liquid46 Author

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Aug 14, 2014 9:16 PM in response to Liquid46

In addition, I should mention that I have had to "reboot" the finder to be able to "see" both computers in the airdrop window. I will test further with my phone. File sharing options do not have any effect on this, so my thought of that being my issue is null. Thanks again!

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Answer 5

Eric Root

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Aug 15, 2014 8:01 AM in response to Liquid46

You are welcome. Airdrop doesn't work OS to IOS at this time.

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