Macbook and Apple TV issue

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Macbook and Apple TV issue

Hey all,

I am trying to hook up my Apple tv to my mac book, Before you say anything keep reading. Once upon a time I was able to do it and for some reason it stopped working. I have reset my apple tv, made sure my log ins were the same for my apple ID, its on the same network. There is no issue with the apple tv. I can prove it by mirroring my iPad up to it with no issue.

My issue is, it shows on my desktop at the top showing that my apple tv is available to mirror however it keeps saying, unable to connect. What else would you suggest I do? I haven't reset my mac book to OEM yet and really hope I don't have to. Thanks for any help you throw my way.

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Posted on Aug 18, 2016 11:38 PM

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Answer 1

Aug 22, 2016 3:52 PM in response to dunfine

"Once upon a time I was able to do it and for some reason it stopped working"

Make sure your Mac's software (OS X) is up to date. Open the App Store then select Updates from the menu.

Same for your Apple TV > Update the software on your Apple TV - Apple Support

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Answer 2

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Aug 22, 2016 3:53 PM in response to Carolyn Samit

I Am up to date on my Mac book pro, Apple TV, and it's all on one network and user name is the same. Still nothing

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Answer 3

Aug 22, 2016 7:14 PM in response to dunfine

I am having the same trouble with my Macbook Pro (mid-2015) and Apple TV (gen 4). It worked as recently as two weeks ago. Then I get the same message that dunfine gets that the mac can't connect. When I connect with an HDMI cable and go to another input source on the TV all is well but I like how it used to be a wireless and simple connection. What changed?

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