Multi port Adapter Problem

[inmnbob]

I got my new 1.3 MacBook yesterday and everything worked well by restoring it from the time capsule via Ethernet. To accomplish this I purchased the Multiport adapter which worked well to power my device and connect the Ethernet cable.

I ran into a problem however when I tried to connect my USB SSD. It didn't work with the Multiport but did work with another USB A to C adapter. Thoughts? Is it a bad Multiport or a limitation?

 

[Queen6]

I`ve had no problems with the Multiport adaptor with USB 3.0 drives (HD). Have you tried any other drives?

Q-6

 

[inmnbob]

I found that if the adapter is plugged into the computer and then I try to plug in the drive the drive isn't recognized but does get power. If I connect the drive to the adapter first and then plug the adapter into the rMB then the drive is recognized.

 

[Dayv]

I found that if the adapter is plugged into the computer and then I try to plug in the drive the drive isn't recognized but does get power. If I connect the drive to the adapter first and then plug the adapter into the rMB then the drive is recognized.

Interesting. Maybe it makes a determination when the adapter is connected as to how much power to divert to it?

 

[pacmania1982]

I've plugged in a 2.5" external (platter) drive into the multiport adapter and it worked as expected. I don't have any USB-C cables to try anything else with, but I know it supplies enough power for this drive.