i have a thunderbolt to firewire 400 cord but my mac is for an 800 help me

A cable will not generally have any chipset inside of it and provide the most direct connection.

Using this adapter will not allow the Saffire to connect to the computer.

Please see this article regarding the Apple brand Thunderbolt to Firewire Adapter.

It is my understanding, if applicable, that you could also plug in an external firewire HD (with 800 and 400 ports) directly into the computer via 800, and then the monitor firewire into the 400 port on the back of the HD.

It also gives computer control over brightness, and on some models of the display, controls the function of the displays power button.

This computer cinema is a very common set-up and I have been pulling my hair out for an hour (slow learner) trying to figure out why the firewire cable would not plug into the computer (square into round sorta thing).Why wouldnt Apple have a note in the directions showing this does not work with the new computers AS OF NOW, THOSE INSTRUCTIONS ARE WRONG FOR EVERY 30 CINEMA AND MAC PRO SOLD.

Is there a conversion from 800 to 400 or the connections at the back of the cinema display now worthless.

I tried 3 Apple stores in the Seattle area and they do not sell an adapter.

You sure think they would take care of their customers when they sell you something that will not work with their own equipment - thanks again.

Slipped it in and walla Now I have two more 800 ports and a 400 port.

It works just fine.no issues at all.

I dont know why any of the smart ones at either of the stores didnt tell you that.

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I Have A Thunderbolt To Firewire 400 Cord But My Mac Is For An 800 Help Me