USB 3.0 solution for older MacBooks

[spon1080]

My 2010 MBP only has USB 2.0 and no express card slot to fit an adaptor (works great on my 2006 MBP by the way) However have come up with idea. I have a thunderbolt to HDMI adaptor with is obviously capable of high speed transfer rates and 2 way traffic. If I buy a USB 3.0 to HDMI connector which does the same and connect the 2 together, in theory it should give me a usb 3.0 connection via the Thunderbolt port. Total cost £20 verses £80 for a thunderbolt hub. Anyone know whether this will work?

 

[T5BRICK]

2010 MacBook pros don't have thunderbolt. I'm guessing you have a 2011 or newer model.

I don't think what you're suggesting will work.

 

[kazibole]

That will not work. If you are sure you have a Thunderbolt port (and not just a Mini Displayport), just about the only way that will work is to get a Thunderbolt dock with USB 3.0 ports.

 

[spon1080]

That will not work. If you are sure you have a Thunderbolt port (and not just a Mini Displayport), just about the only way that will work is to get a Thunderbolt dock with USB 3.0 ports.

No you're right - just checked the specs and it's a mini display port not thunderbolt!