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Apple MYH93AM/A Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt 2 Adapter
Apple MYH93AM/A Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt 2 Adapter
Apple MYH93AM/A Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt 2 Adapter
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Apple MYH93AM/A Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt 2 Adapter

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Bridge your Thunderbolt 2 peripherals to modern USB-C Macs with Apple's bidirectional adapter.

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Overview

The Apple MYH93AM/A Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) to Thunderbolt 2 Adapter is a simple yet essential accessory for anyone transitioning between Mac generations. As Apple moved its Mac lineup to Thunderbolt 3 and USB 4 via USB-C ports, many users were left with perfectly functional Thunderbolt and Thunderbolt 2 peripherals — external drives, audio interfaces, docking stations, and displays — that no longer connected directly. This adapter solves that problem with a clean, compact design that preserves full Thunderbolt bandwidth and functionality.

The bidirectional nature of this adapter adds extra versatility. Not only can you plug older Thunderbolt 2 devices into a new Mac with USB-C ports, but you can also connect newer Thunderbolt 3 peripherals to an older Mac equipped with Thunderbolt or Thunderbolt 2 ports. It's important to note, however, that this adapter is strictly for Thunderbolt-protocol devices — it will not work with DisplayPort-only monitors such as the Apple LED Cinema Display or third-party Mini DisplayPort screens. For users with compatible Thunderbolt displays like the Apple Thunderbolt Display or LG Thunderbolt 2 monitors, it provides a seamless connection without any driver installation or configuration required.

Key Features

The Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) to Thunderbolt 2 Adapter lets you connect Thunderbolt and Thunderbolt 2 devices — such as external hard drives and Thunderbolt docks — to any of the Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) / USB 4 ports on your Mac.

As a bidirectional adapter, it can also connect new Thunderbolt 3 devices to a Mac with a Thunderbolt or Thunderbolt 2 port and macOS Sierra or later.

In addition, it can be used to connect Thunderbolt-enabled displays — such as the Apple Thunderbolt Display and LG Thunderbolt 2 displays — to any of the Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) / USB 4 ports on your Mac. However, using this adapter with an Apple Thunderbolt Display requires a power source, because the display does not provide power through the adapter.

Note: This adapter does not support DisplayPort displays like the Apple LED Cinema Display or third-party DisplayPort and Mini DisplayPort displays.

Specifications

Connector (Device Side)
Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C)
Connector (Peripheral Side)
Thunderbolt 2
Bidirectional
Yes
Display Compatibility
Thunderbolt-enabled displays (Apple Thunderbolt Display, LG Thunderbolt 2 displays)
DisplayPort Support
No (does not support DisplayPort or Mini DisplayPort displays)
Compatible Ports
Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) / USB 4 on Mac

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Bidirectional design works for both legacy-to-new and new-to-legacy Thunderbolt connections
  • Compact and lightweight adapter that adds minimal bulk to your setup
  • Supports Thunderbolt-enabled displays including the Apple Thunderbolt Display
  • Official Apple product ensures reliable compatibility with macOS and Mac hardware

👎 Cons

  • Does not support DisplayPort or Mini DisplayPort displays, limiting its use to Thunderbolt-native monitors only
  • Requires a separate Thunderbolt 2 cable, which is not included
  • Only converts between Thunderbolt generations and cannot be used for USB-C to USB-A or other non-Thunderbolt connections
  • Premium pricing compared to third-party adapters offering similar functionality

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, it works in both directions — connecting Thunderbolt 2 devices to Thunderbolt 3/USB 4 Macs, and connecting Thunderbolt 3 devices to older Macs with Thunderbolt or Thunderbolt 2 ports.
No, this adapter does not support DisplayPort or Mini DisplayPort displays, including the Apple LED Cinema Display. It only works with Thunderbolt-enabled displays like the Apple Thunderbolt Display.
It connects Thunderbolt-enabled displays such as the Apple Thunderbolt Display and LG Thunderbolt 2 displays, but daisy-chaining behavior depends on the specific devices and Mac model being used.
Yes, a Thunderbolt 2 cable is required to connect from the adapter to your Thunderbolt 2 device or display. The adapter itself only provides the port conversion.

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