Q: Airdrop

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lensbaby

Level 1 (5 points)

Desktops

The Airdrop connection between my Mac desktop and my Macbook Pro has stopped working. I have used it many times in the past.

Both computers are using OS 10.10.2 and the Wi-Fi connection is just fine.

Any suggestions will be appreciated.

Catherine

Posted on Feb 26, 2015 4:46 PM

I have this question too

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Level 8 (48,549 points)

Mac OS X

A:

Make sure Wi-Fi and Bluetooth are enabled on your Mac and your iOS device. Although you don't have to connect to a specific network, Wi-Fi needs to be on to send and receive files using AirDrop.
Move your devices closer together. AirDrop is designed to work within a range of approximately 30 feet (9 meters). If you need to send a file to someone farther away, consider using File Sharing, iCloud, or email instead.
If you're using a firewall on your Mac, you won't be able to receive AirDrop files if you have enabled "Block all incoming connections" in the Security & Privacy pane of System Preferences.
Make sure your devices meet system requirements for AirDrop.

Posted on Feb 26, 2015 5:08 PM

Q: Airdrop

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Accepted Answer · Feb 26, 2015 5:08 PM

John Galt

Level 8 (48,549 points)

Mac OS X

Feb 26, 2015 5:08 PM in response to lensbaby

Make sure Wi-Fi and Bluetooth are enabled on your Mac and your iOS device. Although you don't have to connect to a specific network, Wi-Fi needs to be on to send and receive files using AirDrop.
Move your devices closer together. AirDrop is designed to work within a range of approximately 30 feet (9 meters). If you need to send a file to someone farther away, consider using File Sharing, iCloud, or email instead.
If you're using a firewall on your Mac, you won't be able to receive AirDrop files if you have enabled "Block all incoming connections" in the Security & Privacy pane of System Preferences.
Make sure your devices meet system requirements for AirDrop.