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Q: Is there a different cable for Thunderbolt 2 or is it the same as for Thunderbolt?

I know the original Thunderbolt has the same interface as the Thunderbolt 2 but is there a specific, different cable for Thunderbolt 2?

Posted on Aug 11, 2015 11:02 PM

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Q: Is there a different cable for Thunderbolt 2 or is it the same as for Thunderbolt?

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  • by Allen A,

    Allen A Allen A Aug 13, 2015 2:01 PM in response to okizen7
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    Aug 13, 2015 2:01 PM in response to okizen7

    Hey okizen7,

     

     

    Thunderbolt and Thunderbolt 2 do, indeed, utilize the same cable and connector. Thunderbolt 2 aggregates the two 10Gb/s channels in order to achieve the 20Gb/s speeds indicated. By splitting information across the two channels, the amount of time necessary to transfer the same amount of information is half that of utilizing a single channel to transfer the same of data.

    Thunderbolt technology supports fast data transfers with two independent channels of 10Gb/s each. And Thunderbolt 2 technology can bond the two channels for a superfast 20Gb/s. Use this cable to connect Thunderbolt-enabled devices to the Thunderbolt or Thunderbolt 2 port on your Mac.

    Apple Thunderbolt Cable (2.0 m) - White - Apple

     

     

    Sincerely