mac ethernet does not seem to work on all usbc ports

And most of the cables on the market support USB 2.0 rather than USB 3.0 or 3.1.Įditor’s Note: we can’t overstate that last bit enough-most of the USB-C cables on the market are USB 2.0 rather than 3.1 because they are only designed for charging. That’s not quite how USB-C is: adapters and cables may or may not work, depending on what features your device offers. With USB-A, things were relatively simple: basically anything you could plug in would work. RELATED: Watch Out: How to Buy a USB Type-C Cable That Won't Damage Your Devices Not All USB-C Ports Are The Same Assuming a cable is fine because it fits is not good enough anymore-check out resources like to ensure your cable won’t cause any problems. But it’s important to keep in mind that not all USB-C cables are created equally, and it’s up to you as a consumer to make sure what you’re buying is compatible with your device.

My colleague Chris outlined how to buy a USB-C cable that won’t damage your devices, so I won’t re-hash that too much here.

Mac ethernet does not seem to work on all usbc ports