New 2015 Macbook & using 27" thunderbolt display

Can anyone tell me if there is an adapter which will allow the USB-C port on the new MacBook I just ordered to connect to my 27" Thunderbolt Display or even my older 24" Cinema Display w/ Mini Display port ?

Yes, I know, I just ordered the new Macbook and the sales rep said there is only the VGA and HDMI optional cables.
I was hoping for a 3rd party company that may have a USB-C to Thunderbolt or USB-C to Mini Display port.....

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I have a new Thunderbolt Display which I use with a new Mac Mini. If possible, I would like to attach my 2008 era MacBook to the Thunderbolt Display to take advantage of the bigger screen. I understand that MacBook doesn't have Thunderbolt and the Thunderbolt Display requires it, but...isn't there maybe, just maybe, some sort of Thunderbolt to USB2 cable or something that might make this work?
Help me, Obi-won, you are my only hope.

There are Thunderbolt adapters you can use for the type of video port on your MB:
Display
1 - Mini-DVI (VGA, Composite and S-video with adapter)
But you may need to upgrade its OS X version at least to Snow Leopard.
Upgrading to Snow Leopard
You can purchase Snow Leopard through the Apple Store: Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard - Apple Store (U.S.). The price is $19.99 plus tax. You will be sent physical media by mail after placing your order.
After you install Snow Leopard you will have to download and install the Mac OS X 10.6.8 Update Combo v1.1 to update Snow Leopard to 10.6.8 and give you access to the App Store. Access to the App Store enables you to download Mavericks if your computer meets the requirements.
     Snow Leopard General Requirements
       1. Mac computer with an Intel processor
       2. 1GB of memory
       3. 5GB of available disk space
       4. DVD drive for installation
       5. Some features require a compatible Internet service provider;
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       6. Some features require Apple’s iCloud services; fees and
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I have 2 and cannot seem to get them to work?

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Hi jayhrab,
Currently, the system requirements listed for an Apple Thunderbolt Display are:
Thunderbolt-enabled Mac computer, including MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, Mac mini, and iMac
OS X v10.6.8 or later
Apple - Thunderbolt Display - Read the tech specs.
Regards,
- Brenden

I am using duel thunderbolt displays with a MacBook Pro. I only have the option to have sound come from one or the other. Has anyone thought of making the left channel come from both speakers on the left Monitor and the same of the right? If yes, how is t

I am using duel thunderbolt displays with a MacBook Pro. I only have the option to have sound come from one or the other. Has anyone thought of making the left channel come from both speakers on the left Monitor and the same of the right? If yes, how is that done? The MacBook Pro could even be a center channel if configured in that order.

See the following thread on the same topic:
2 Thunderbolt displays MBP = sound coming from both displays?

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Hello. I'm thinking about buying the new 2015 MacBook Pro 13-in with Retina Display with the new Intel Iris 6100 and pairing it with a Dell UP2715K 5k monitor to run 2560x1440 in retina mode.
The specs on the Apple.com website for the new MacBook say the following:
Dual display and video mirroring: Simultaneously supports full native resolution on the built-in display and up to 3840 by 2160 pixels on up to two external displays, both at millions of colors.
Although there's no mention of 5120 by 2880 support it can successfully run two 4k monitors simultaneously, which I would think is more demanding than a single 5k monitor.
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Thank you.

Allright, it took me some time to figure out why the write and read speeds were lagging compared to numerous speed tests of rMBP 13" of same year and build.
During the setup process, when starting up your new rMBP the first time, you'll be asked whether you want to activate FileVault. I activated it.
As soon as you turn off FileVault and restart your mac and do the speedtest again, it should give better results. As shown in the screenshot you can see that my write and read speeds are now on par with the other speedtests on the internet. Both 1080p50 and 1080p59.94 formats at 12 Bit RGB are now checked.
Turning off FileVault solved this issue.
P.S. the whole thing about the NVMExpress only applies to the early 2015 12" MacBook. http://www.macrumors.com/2015/04/11/nvme-mac-os-x/

Is there a switch I can use with thunderbolt display and 2 computers

I have the new Mac Mini and the new Macbook Air plus the 27 inch thunderbolt display. The majority of the time, I will be using the thunderbolt display hooked up directly to the Mac Mini. I have already tested the theory that if I turn off the Mac mini, I can use a separate thunderbolt cable to hook to the port on the back of the display and to the port on the Air and have it show up on the screen. Many people said this was not possible as the port on the back of the display was only unidirectional and to be used for thunderbolt accessories like hard drives. It actually works quite well and so at the very least, I can leave the cable plugged into the back of the display and use it with the Mac Air if I turn off the Mac Mini. At least I don't have to remove the cable from the Mac Mini and move it over to the Mac Air. I actually looked at the Kanex switch which would do what I wanted it to do, but unfortunately it says it will NOT work with the thunderbolt display. Apparently it only works with the Cinema display. Does anyone know if there is a thunderbolt switch out there?
Thanks

Thanks, Clinton....that's what I was thinking too. On the upside, I don't have to remove the actual thunderbolt display cable going to the back of the Mini, I just have to keep a cable in the output port on the back of the display for my Macbook Air. Then I just turn off the Mini, plug the cable into the Air and I'm ready. What I find interesting though is that the Kanex "looks" like it will do exactly what I want it to, but apparently it will only work with Mini Display port like that found on the "cinema display". Maybe one day........
Thanks again!

Macbook pro and Thunderbolt display on battery power no go.

I use my macbook pro mainly on my desk with the thunderbolt display and its lid closed. While having the power adapter connected to the macbook everything works fine. When I disconnect the power adaptor and try to wake up the computer it comes to life for a few seconds and then goes back to sleep for good. I cannot use the thunderbolt display while having the macbook on battery power. That causes the issue of the battery not discharging which I am aware is pretty bad. Any advice is welcome. Thanks.

I kind of figured this out. The reason I wasn't satisfied was that without the power adaptor when you hit a button on the keyboard the monitor actually wakes up the computer, works fine for a few seconds and then puts the computer to sleep. That kind of proves that it does work, technically at least. The problem is going into sleep mode afterwards.
Anyway i guess it just doesnt work. Thanks.
ps. If there is a way of discharging the battery with software while the power adaptor was still on, would be great help.

My new 2015 macbook pro 13 retina unexpected shut down and restarted

my 2015 macbook pro 13 retina display (one week old) unexpectetly shut down and immediately restarted. This is the first time it did it. Should I be concerned?

Maybe. The best option is an appointment at an Apple store genius bar. If you purchased your MBP from Apple (not a reseller) you have 14 days from the date of purchase to exchange it or get a refund.
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Is there a new 2013 Macbook Pro with Retina Display being released anytime soon ?

Is there a new 2013 Macbook Pro with Retina Display being released anytime soon ?

no one here knows anymore than you. We'll find out when Apple announces it.

Can I use a thunderbolt display with dvi video card?

Can I use a thunderbolt display with dvi video card?

Nope, you can only use it with a Thunderbolt port.

Can I use my Thunderbolt Display with my PS3?

Hi there, I have recently purchased a Thunderbolt Display and I was wondering if I could use it with my PS3. I know I'll need a Mini DisplayPort to HDMI Adapter, but will I need anything else like a converter or can I plug it straight in?
Thanks

A Mini DisplayPort to HDMI Adapter can connect a HDMI display to a Thunderbolt port. It does not work in the other direction. If the PS3 has no Thunderbolt port, you can't use a Thunderbolt display. There are no adapters or converters that can help.

Can I use a thunderbolt display with an hdmi converter to a PC?

I bought a Thunderbolt display, and have seen a ThunderBolt/MiniDisplay Port to hdmi converter.
Is it possible to use a ThunderBolt display as PC display if I use this converter?
thanks!

Probably not. Unlikely. The ThunderBolt/MiniDisplay Port-to-hdmi converters are intended for connecting the thunderbolt port on an Mac to an HDMI input on a display or TV. You can't assume these converters work backwards and without knowing exactly what converter you are talking about, and what video out your pc has ... it's impossible to say.
I would add that one should think long & hard about risking a $1000 Apple thunderbolt display by connecting it to something it wasn't designed for.

Can the new iMac be used as a display for a Macbook?

I have a Macbook Pro with Retina Display and I wanted to know if the new iMacs which were announced yesterday will allow me to connect my Macbook to it and use it as a display.
I know the new iMacs are not retina displays but it would be great to have additional monitor space.
Thanks in advance.

Yes, via Target Display Mode.
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Can I use my thunderbolt display without charging my macbook pro?

First off- Here's what I have-
2012 13 inch Macbook Pro
2.5 GHz Intel core i5
8GB RAM
Stock 500GB 5400rpm HDD
Mountain Lion OSX
Anyone know how I can use my thunderbolt without charging my Macbook Pro?
Also, my Thunderbolt jack, port, and my overall computer get really hot when I'm using my display. Anyone else have this issue?
Thanks!

Ohhh I see it now.... The thing is I only have 13 cycles on my battery, but the max is only 92% percent charge... I thought that would be the charger charging my MBP and using the battery at the same time.... Another thing, would you happen to know why I have a max of 92% charge and only 13 cycles? (Two different apps are telling me the same thing...)

New 2015 Macbook & using 27" thunderbolt display

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