My external drive connectors don't fit in my new iMac

My external drive connectors don't fit in my new Mac. I've been using a hub. What do I need to make a direct connection for like a backup? Thank you.


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iMac (M1, 2021)

Posted on Nov 3, 2023 01:30 PM

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Posted on Nov 4, 2023 07:42 AM

The Seagate SRD00F1 comes with a proprietary cable with a USB-A end. You need an adapter like this one to connect it to your Mac -> USB-C to USB Adapter - Apple or like this one from Monoprice.


Toshiba, Nexstar & Green hub - can't tell, not enough info; would need the exact model #'s. But I am going to guess that they also have cables with USB-A ends, so you would need the same adapter for them.


Here is a pictorial guide to the various USB connectors -https://www.cablestogo.com/learning/connector-guides/usb It may help you understand what the different types of connectors look like.

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Nov 4, 2023 07:42 AM in response to jilllove55

The Seagate SRD00F1 comes with a proprietary cable with a USB-A end. You need an adapter like this one to connect it to your Mac -> USB-C to USB Adapter - Apple or like this one from Monoprice.


Toshiba, Nexstar & Green hub - can't tell, not enough info; would need the exact model #'s. But I am going to guess that they also have cables with USB-A ends, so you would need the same adapter for them.


Here is a pictorial guide to the various USB connectors -https://www.cablestogo.com/learning/connector-guides/usb It may help you understand what the different types of connectors look like.

Nov 4, 2023 12:33 PM in response to jilllove55

The slowness could be from the individual drives and/or the hub (check all their specs). Look for what version of USB each supports:


USB 3.0 - 5Gbps

USB 3.1 Gen 1 - 5 Gbps

USB 3.1 Gen 2 - 10 Gbps

USB 3.2 Gen 1 - 5 Gbps

USB 3.2 Gen 1x2 - 10 Gbps

USB 3.2 Gen 2 - 10 Gbps


As for the Green USB C Hub - if it's rated at one of the 5 Gbps versions of USB then everything connected to it will be limited to 5 Gbps max speed even if the connected devices are faster.

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