Introduction |
Use this guide to replace the back Thunderbolt 4 ports in your Mac Studio (2023). | | ''Note'': You can only replace the two inner and two outer ports (or all four), as they're connected by flex cables. You can't replace individual ports. | | If you're having trouble connecting devices to the back Thunderbolt 4 ports or cables fit loosely in them, it may be time to replace the ports. | | ***Before starting this repair***, read through [link|https://support.apple.com/en-us/102971#input_output1|Apple's troubleshooting article|new_window=true] and try the software and cleaning suggestionssolutions that don't require taking your device apart. Make sure to test your cables with a different device to confirm the issue is with one of the ports, and not the cables themselves. |
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