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Macbook pro 13 - Ethernet to USB/Thunderbolt

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ddany

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Oct 16, 2010
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Hey!

So I am going to buy a new rmbp 13", but I have a little problem. I can only use ethernet in the dorm. So the next step: I need an adapter that converts the ethernet cable to USB or Thunderbolt.
I have 2 of both in the macbook.
Which do you suggest?

First, I thought It would be USB. But then I realized, if I used 1 USB slot all the time, then I would have only 1 left, and that could cause problems.(For example, I want to charge my phone, I want to connect external hdd,etc.)
So then I considered Thunderbolt adapter, but still do not know.

What do you suggest, or how would you solve this? Unfortunately, Wifi is not an option, don't ask me why. I have to adapt to the circumstances. :)
 
i would go with the TB/ethernet adapter, just because you mentioned that you need the use of your USB ports. the alternative would be to buy a USB hub if you decided to use one of the the USB ports for the USB/ethernet adapter.
 
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Apple sells a ThunderBolt to Gigabit Ethernet adapter. I bought it with my 2012 MacBook Air, it works great on every ThunderBolt equipped laptop.
Go for it.
(Ref MD463LL, $29)

If it's too expensive for you, you can buy one of these USB hub with built-in Ethernet adapter, but the official ThunderBolt adapter is less bulky than a whole hub.
 
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