Thunderbolt 2 and mDP (Mini Displayport) are two different things so make sure if you buy a dongle for thunderbolt 2 that it say explicitly that it is Thunderbolt 2 if it does not say that then it is only mini displayport. The dongle in this video is "mDP" Mini Displayport NOT Thunderbolt 2. It doesn't claim to be thunderbolt 2 either but that is an easy mistake that could be made since Thunderbolt 1 & 2 used the Mini Displayport port. But just like Thunderbot 3 and USB-C are different Thunderbolt 1 & 2 and mini displayport are two completly different things.
Hopefully you have figured out that what you refer to as a "Thunderbolt" port on the hub is actually a "mini-Display" port, which will NOT drive your Apple Thunderbolt Display, even though the connectors and ports look the same.
@@WestfortProductions I've bought the new Hyperdrive pro, with the little lead to connect it to the USBC port, and Mini Display Port on it, and my Apple display still doesn't work, it has a Mini Display Port cable attached, i've plugged it into the new hyper drive and it doesn't work. Does anybody have any ideas\?
Javier Mercedes curious why you decided to get a direct, dual plug, hub rather than a single plug corded dongle? I got the corded, primarily, because I have a shell/skin on my MacBook Pro so, the direct plugs wouldn’t fit all the way in. But, it doesn’t stay connected all that well. I will be interested to see if you lose connection on anything with this one.
HarvyDanger Films I don’t use a shell, so I don’t have an issue there. A dongle might be a better option but this is the one I have now, we’ll see how it goes six months from now. So far so good.
Thanks Luis! Hubs are great for now but I can see that if everyone got on the same page with I/O life would be so much easier with one universal input output standard.
So annoying that the thunderbolt plugin doesnt work. Everywhere on the internet it says two monitors, but that is bs. Therefore it is way to overpriced in my opinion. Dont get me wrong it looks really slick and it comes with a leather cover, but i loved me a second monitor with mini displayport. For now the hdmi works just fine
Its does say on the amazon product page for that adapter that the mini display port which uses the same connector as Thunderbolt version 1 and 2 does not support Thunderbolt display or storage
Thats true. It also says it will work on 4k displays that are compatible using the mini display port. How are you supposed to know what displays are compatible?
Thanks for the review! I got mine from the apple official page, it cost me 65 USD, sometimes it losts connect. I think this one you share has a fair price.
i went checking the specs, is actually not a thunderbolt (thats why doesnt work) but a mini DP, which would be fine to enter an mini dp adaper into a old mac cinema display
I bought the Hyper-drive 11 port. which has the mini display port. But it randomly kick off my usb hard drive. I'm just going with the apple display port cable and a smaller USB hub. It's been a process trying to find the best hub - BTW...I like your laptop stand!
Good Video Bro. I doubt I have is that can we use this dongle when installed hard case on MacBook Pro. Some say we have to remove hard case in order to use this dongle.. Pl let me know this. Thank you
I have this - the pro - and using it with 2020 MacBook Air. My Amazon Basics Mini Display Port to HDMI cord does not work. Not sure if it is the cable or the hub. Btw not using hdmi port bc when rested on its spine, makes hdmi out port inaccessible.
I recently connected this hyper device HDMI cable to my QHD Lenovo monitor and I see the texts are very small, the screen is blurry. The same monitor/HDMI cable looks crisp and clean my other windows laptop.
This is not a thunderbolt 2 port. This is a mini DP port. Even tho TB2 had chosen mini DP as physical connector, TB2 works as mini DP but not the other way around. I would have loved to see a TB2 port in that dock but this is not the case...
If your buying a MacBook Pro for the prices your buying them for today🥺, which is a lot, this should be included.They say they are the leader in tech but can’t seem to squeeze these ports into the laptop. It’s a miss for me.
Not one manufacturer seems to make this sort of thing where it doesn't block the headphone port if used on the right.. Missed opportunity right there.. why won't someone make one that is flush with the top USB C port.. Oh well.. I really wanted to use on the right, I have one coming in the mail anyway (the non pro).
I. bought the hub to also use my mouse with. Everything worked fine untill suddenly the usb does not work. I have not changed anything. The power adapter still works when i connect it to the hub. Also there is a pop up saying I should remove the usb because there is not enough power, this already happens when i connect the hub. So that does not make any sense. Can someone help me? Already tried restarting.
yeah the reason why it didn’t work with the Thunderbolt was because you didn't use the usb c power suply beside the thunderbolt port, everything would had worked together.
thanks for this. I am looking for a hub to connect my Apogee Ensemble audio interface which is Thunderbolt 2. Not going to upgrade that in a hurry as I just had to spend $700 for Apogee to fix it after all the mic inputs stopped working (only a couple of years old). Might go with the separate Usb C converter cable as that's the core of my studio. I like the 13" with bigger separate screen (non Apple HDMI) and sometimes still need headphone port....do the USB outs on this hub support secondary USB hubs as all my audio backup drives are USB, along with program dongles and piano keyboard . Also the superdrive needs a powered outlet.....
Excuse me, i want to ask something. So i just bought this adapter and it works pretty good. But the problem is my adapter is hot while im using VGA and USB. Do you think its fine that my adapter is hot?? *THANKS IF YOU REPLIED MY MESSAGE£
Anybody has any experience with the J5 Ultradrive Kit USB-C Multi Display Modular dock (11 in 1 with magnetic connection between the modules and main hub)???
I have one, it works well. However it does not work well when I connect the webcam 4k Logitech Brio. The camera is not stable when I use it with the hyperdrive.
the hdmi is output only, meaning that it will show your macbook screen on another monitor, if you plug your ps4 into the hdmi of this it will not show up on your macbook monitor.
It's interesting to read comments stating that the minidisplay port is not thunderbolt, which is a valid point. Why then do HYPER advertise a Thunderbolt display connected through their device at this link on their website? www.hypershop.com/collections/usb-c-hubs/products/hyperdrive-usb-type-c-hub-with-mini-displayport?variant=14239223174
Dude I got a Hyperdrive a few years back and hate it. I got it from the Apple store for like $150, and can't believe it works like it does, considering the price. For all external storage connections (USB A, SD, micro SD) I have to wait like 30 seconds for it to show up as an external drive. If it doesn't show up, I have to keep re-seating the dock or SD card and wait until it eventually shows up. I just got a $15 SD dongle yesterday and it works like a charm so far lol. Hopefully they've improved the Hyperdrive since I got mine.
@@JavierMercedes I must've gotten a bad one. I would've returned or exchanged it but someone else from my office bought it, which complicated things so I've just dealt with the issues.
You realize the SD card went in "update down", as it would go in right side up if the hub were to be installed on the right hand side of the laptop. Doh!
The functionality of the SD card port is the focus of this video and your comment does not provide any insight to the review of the HyperDrive usb c hub.
It's interesting to read comments stating that the minidisplay port is not thunderbolt, which is a valid point. Why then do HYPER advertise a Thunderbolt display connected through their device at this link on their website? www.hypershop.com/collections/usb-c-hubs/products/hyperdrive-usb-type-c-hub-with-mini-displayport?variant=14239223174
yay; I appreciate your review! that answers my question... so external drive works if it says the hub is a data port! thank you again... I was wondering if an external disc CD/DVD player works? :) i'm looking forward to your reply...
Thunderbolt 2 and mDP (Mini Displayport) are two different things so make sure if you buy a dongle for thunderbolt 2 that it say explicitly that it is Thunderbolt 2 if it does not say that then it is only mini displayport. The dongle in this video is "mDP" Mini Displayport NOT Thunderbolt 2. It doesn't claim to be thunderbolt 2 either but that is an easy mistake that could be made since Thunderbolt 1 & 2 used the Mini Displayport port. But just like Thunderbot 3 and USB-C are different Thunderbolt 1 & 2 and mini displayport are two completly different things.
exactly, the moment i see the port i say "oh that's mini displayport" so it should work with a " minidisplay to hdmi cable" !
I have a hyper drive solo and I used it for watching laptop streaming on a tv via HDMI. It’s running VERY HOT. Hot to the touch.
Hopefully you have figured out that what you refer to as a "Thunderbolt" port on the hub is actually a "mini-Display" port, which will NOT drive your Apple Thunderbolt Display, even though the connectors and ports look the same.
I was thinking the same thing.
@@WestfortProductions I've bought the new Hyperdrive pro, with the little lead to connect it to the USBC port, and Mini Display Port on it, and my Apple display still doesn't work, it has a Mini Display Port cable attached, i've plugged it into the new hyper drive and it doesn't work. Does anybody have any ideas\?
Thank u soooooooooooooo much for this video. I could not figure out why my USB was working nd laptop wouldn't charge. It works thanks to your video
What Dongles have worked best for your computers?
I just carry USB C to USB A (I think?) and then USBC to SD card
Javier Mercedes curious why you decided to get a direct, dual plug, hub rather than a single plug corded dongle?
I got the corded, primarily, because I have a shell/skin on my MacBook Pro so, the direct plugs wouldn’t fit all the way in. But, it doesn’t stay connected all that well. I will be interested to see if you lose connection on anything with this one.
HarvyDanger Films I don’t use a shell, so I don’t have an issue there. A dongle might be a better option but this is the one I have now, we’ll see how it goes six months from now. So far so good.
Javier Mercedes 4 months in, hows it holding up?
Javier Mercedes, how about now ?
Great video! HUB it’s always necessary
Thanks Luis! Hubs are great for now but I can see that if everyone got on the same page with I/O life would be so much easier with one universal input output standard.
i know it is kind of randomly asking but do anyone know of a good place to stream new tv shows online ?
@Marshall Kairo lately I have been using Flixzone. You can find it by googling :)
@Anderson Ayaan definitely, have been watching on Flixzone for since march myself :)
@Anderson Ayaan Thank you, signed up and it seems like they got a lot of movies there =) I appreciate it!!
Excellent review! Subbed!
Great review. Thank you. Just bought a used 2017 MBP. Will definitely need more I/O ports.
So annoying that the thunderbolt plugin doesnt work. Everywhere on the internet it says two monitors, but that is bs. Therefore it is way to overpriced in my opinion. Dont get me wrong it looks really slick and it comes with a leather cover, but i loved me a second monitor with mini displayport. For now the hdmi works just fine
Mine isn't working. Help me out!
Its does say on the amazon product page for that adapter that the mini display port which uses the same connector as Thunderbolt version 1 and 2 does not support Thunderbolt display or storage
Thats true. It also says it will work on 4k displays that are compatible using the mini display port. How are you supposed to know what displays are compatible?
Thanks for the review! I got mine from the apple official page, it cost me 65 USD, sometimes it losts connect. I think this one you share has a fair price.
So means I can plug the charger from the station straight to the hub?
Thank you, great video.
i went checking the specs, is actually not a thunderbolt (thats why doesnt work) but a mini DP, which would be fine to enter an mini dp adaper into a old mac cinema display
Great video thank you sir, you covered all of the questions.
Great video 💯
Thanks!!! This was helpful and much appreciated.
Charging your Mac with the pass through will it effect the battery in anyway ? How do we know it would or not affect it ?
This video is a year old now, is it still holding up?
Won't work with a case on. Doesn't snap-in. otherwise great little gadget.
I bought the Hyper-drive 11 port. which has the mini display port. But it randomly kick off my usb hard drive. I'm just going with the apple display port cable and a smaller USB hub. It's been a process trying to find the best hub - BTW...I like your laptop stand!
AdventureMuse ahh that’s unfortunate to hear Jan, I did do a review of my laptop stand here: th-cam.com/video/-ynMAn0NpgE/w-d-xo.html
Good Video Bro. I doubt I have is that can we use this dongle when installed hard case on MacBook Pro. Some say we have to remove hard case in order to use this dongle.. Pl let me know this. Thank you
Thanks for the info, I bought it recently. Do you know how to connect multiple monitor in m1 mac book using Hyper Drive.
you can use the thunderbolt usb c to hdmi/dvi converters and the hdmi port to connect 2 monitors
I have this - the pro - and using it with 2020 MacBook Air. My Amazon Basics Mini Display Port to HDMI cord does not work. Not sure if it is the cable or the hub. Btw not using hdmi port bc when rested on its spine, makes hdmi out port inaccessible.
I recently connected this hyper device HDMI cable to my QHD Lenovo monitor and I see the texts are very small, the screen is blurry.
The same monitor/HDMI cable looks crisp and clean my other windows laptop.
How do you eject/safely remove the hyper drive?
This is not a thunderbolt 2 port. This is a mini DP port.
Even tho TB2 had chosen mini DP as physical connector, TB2 works as mini DP but not the other way around.
I would have loved to see a TB2 port in that dock but this is not the case...
If your buying a MacBook Pro for the prices your buying them for today🥺, which is a lot, this should be included.They say they are the leader in tech but can’t seem to squeeze these ports into the laptop. It’s a miss for me.
What color is your Mac book pro
Thanks! Just what I want to do!
I have a casting on my pro... I wonder if it would still fit?
How is the heat on the hub after you run it for a while? I am finding some of them overheat.
HOT. Hot to the touch
Not one manufacturer seems to make this sort of thing where it doesn't block the headphone port if used on the right.. Missed opportunity right there.. why won't someone make one that is flush with the top USB C port.. Oh well.. I really wanted to use on the right, I have one coming in the mail anyway (the non pro).
Where can I buy the stand to place the macbook pro like him?
Nobi Kexu hey Nobi! Here is my video on the stand I use. Hope you like it as much as I do: th-cam.com/video/-ynMAn0NpgE/w-d-xo.html
If I have a case in my mac, does it work or u recommend the cable version of this adapter?
I. bought the hub to also use my mouse with. Everything worked fine untill suddenly the usb does not work. I have not changed anything. The power adapter still works when i connect it to the hub. Also there is a pop up saying I should remove the usb because there is not enough power, this already happens when i connect the hub. So that does not make any sense. Can someone help me? Already tried restarting.
Can I use the Hype Driver for charging my iPad to my MacBook Air?? It doesn't work!
can we access the net after connecting usb hub can u please tell me
yeah the reason why it didn’t work with the Thunderbolt was because you didn't use the usb c power suply beside the thunderbolt port, everything would had worked together.
It's almost what I need. I need ethernet port, too. Still happy with it?
@@user-rd1on4tf2g But it does not have SD car reader/writer...
Great, now I just need a MacBook Pro
does the material feels cheap on your hand?
Is there any MacBook case that capable with this hub?? I don’t want to take off the case every time I use this hub..
Is it safe for the battery to charge the MacBook through the hub?
Will this work for use an Amazon Firestick on my laptop?
Where can i buy that stand bro for my macbook it looks so good
Hey Kri, Here is my review of my mac stand if you want to check it out: th-cam.com/video/-ynMAn0NpgE/w-d-xo.html
@@JavierMercedes thnx bro
I was thinking the same thing! Nice stand!
is the Apple Superdrive compatible with the HyperDrive 7?
Why not just run monitor with usb c?
thanks for this. I am looking for a hub to connect my Apogee Ensemble audio interface which is Thunderbolt 2. Not going to upgrade that in a hurry as I just had to spend $700 for Apogee to fix it after all the mic inputs stopped working (only a couple of years old). Might go with the separate Usb C converter cable as that's the core of my studio. I like the 13" with bigger separate screen (non Apple HDMI) and sometimes still need headphone port....do the USB outs on this hub support secondary USB hubs as all my audio backup drives are USB, along with program dongles and piano keyboard
. Also the superdrive needs a powered outlet.....
Well as for the secondary usb, my wireless mouse is connected to my keyboard usb and then connected into the HyperDrive, and it works just fine.
@@JavierMercedes I just ordered the Hyperdrive and a separate Thunderbolt 2 to USB C adapter
the hdmi doesn’t work with my monitor ..
I’m getting the MacBook Air m1 Will this hub work with new MacBook Air m1
I’m not sure, I haven’t looked at the specs of that particular model
@@JavierMercedes 👍
are the data transfer rates slower?
does no work because of the bus connection in the motherboard
will this fit the MBPro 16? same distance 2 c ports as the prior mbpro 15.4?
Thanks for the review. With no mic plug, how could you hook up an external audio source for recording? Thanks again.
You would use an audio interface or a mic with a usb out. Personally I use the zoom h6. Link to my gear at bottom of description of the video.
Excuse me, i want to ask something. So i just bought this adapter and it works pretty good. But the problem is my adapter is hot while im using VGA and USB. Do you think its fine that my adapter is hot??
*THANKS IF YOU REPLIED MY MESSAGE£
I think it doesn’t is a big problem if it’s get hot because most of the adapters gets hot:)
You said Firewire when you meant Thunderbolt (Mini Display Port). Nevertheless, it was a good review.
thank you, I did get them confused
The reason the monitor doesn't work is because it requires TB 2
The hyper drive pro has mini dp. Same port, different standards
Does this interfere with 2.4GHz wifi?
Hey Javier, where did you get that desk (if you know the name, that’d be cool too)
Its from ikea for sure. Not sure the name but it can raise and lower automatically
Javier Mercedes BEKANT maybe?
why is it important, ur macbook is the highest config.....weird flex
Can we use on iPad Pro 21
Why would anyone buy a Hub without any audio jack esp without a Mic IN? Seriously.
Anybody has any experience with the J5 Ultradrive Kit USB-C Multi Display Modular dock (11 in 1 with magnetic connection between the modules and main hub)???
I have one, it works well. However it does not work well when I connect the webcam 4k Logitech Brio. The camera is not stable when I use it with the hyperdrive.
that is not a Thunderbolt, it is a mini display port
does it ever get hot?
Hi guys is the hdmi side works with a ps4 please ??? I wana use my macbook sceen to play with my console
the hdmi is output only, meaning that it will show your macbook screen on another monitor, if you plug your ps4 into the hdmi of this it will not show up on your macbook monitor.
Javier Mercedes ok thanks but does it exist an hub for macbook with an hdmi in side who allows me to play on my console with my macbook screen ??
Nedim Nedim download Remote Play on your MacBook. It is wireless. If you have decent internet it will work great.
It's interesting to read comments stating that the minidisplay port is not thunderbolt, which is a valid point. Why then do HYPER advertise a Thunderbolt display connected through their device at this link on their website? www.hypershop.com/collections/usb-c-hubs/products/hyperdrive-usb-type-c-hub-with-mini-displayport?variant=14239223174
Does it work with case?
Btw why do you keep saying FireWire? Don’t you mean thunderbolt?
Yes.
Dude I got a Hyperdrive a few years back and hate it. I got it from the Apple store for like $150, and can't believe it works like it does, considering the price. For all external storage connections (USB A, SD, micro SD) I have to wait like 30 seconds for it to show up as an external drive. If it doesn't show up, I have to keep re-seating the dock or SD card and wait until it eventually shows up. I just got a $15 SD dongle yesterday and it works like a charm so far lol. Hopefully they've improved the Hyperdrive since I got mine.
Also, @11:45 xkcd.com/927/ I think of this comic every time!
Ah man, I hope mine doesn’t act like that in the future, we will see. Good to know though.
@@JavierMercedes I must've gotten a bad one. I would've returned or exchanged it but someone else from my office bought it, which complicated things so I've just dealt with the issues.
Is this dock still working for you? I’d love to get this, but I’m worried about its long term durability.
Yup, the dock still works the same as in the video.
Hello, maybe you can apply for a free trial or giveaways of HyperDrive, so you can test its durability well.
Does this hub also work with the 13“ MacBook Pro?
Yes, it does.
Bro, where'd you get your keyboard?
Ashbee Morgado Apple Aluminum Wired Keyboard MB110LL/A
You realize the SD card went in "update down", as it would go in right side up if the hub were to be installed on the right hand side of the laptop. Doh!
The functionality of the SD card port is the focus of this video and your comment does not provide any insight to the review of the HyperDrive usb c hub.
👍🏾
Can i use this for pc?
I'm not sure, I don't know if the ports would line up with the usb connection on the device.
Does it still work now or did it break
yes I still use it every day, my keyboard is connected to it typing to you now.
Javier Mercedes okay thank you
That’s just ridiculous that you have to do that for daily functionality..... damn you Apple.
If you need to connect all these adapters/docks/displays to a laptop might as well buy an iMac
It needs to sacrifice battery size and built this all shit into MacBook.
"Bombaclat " looollll
@@JavierMercedes For some reason I don't think it's in the average tech head's lexicon lol
hey do you wanna support each other? im getting a macbook pro too and im doing an unboxing vid bc i was inspired by your great work!
30hz 4k though... wtf.
Anybody have wifi problems with this hub?
heard thats a common problem. it blocks the hidden antenna i heard.
Dongle mess !!!!
BOMBACLAT hhaahhaahahahaha
Brando Riley someone noticed finally.
When mac creates a problem and then sell you the solution 🤣😂😅 mac < windows
It's interesting to read comments stating that the minidisplay port is not thunderbolt, which is a valid point. Why then do HYPER advertise a Thunderbolt display connected through their device at this link on their website? www.hypershop.com/collections/usb-c-hubs/products/hyperdrive-usb-type-c-hub-with-mini-displayport?variant=14239223174
Can we extend usb3 port to a usb hub ?
yay; I appreciate your review! that answers my question... so external drive works if it says the hub is a data port! thank you again... I was wondering if an external disc CD/DVD player works? :) i'm looking forward to your reply...
Informative
Can you do two monitors with this hub?
yes, hdmi and usb c(1)
Do they harm my USB ports if I keep it forever in the ports
I’m not sure but I’ve had mine in for some time and haven’t had an issue
@@JavierMercedesohh. thx
Awesome video
Thank you!