Genuine Apple Thunderbolt to FireWire 800 Adapter A1463 – High-Speed Legacy Device Connectivity for Compatible Mac Computers

Genuine Apple Thunderbolt to FireWire 800 Adapter A1463

Professional connectivity solution for compatible Thunderbolt-equipped Mac computers and legacy FireWire 800 peripherals.

🔌 Product Description

Restore convenient connectivity between a compatible Thunderbolt-equipped Mac and your legacy FireWire 800 devices with this Apple Thunderbolt to FireWire 800 Adapter. Designed as a compact interface adapter, it provides a practical way to continue using compatible older FireWire peripherals with supported Mac systems.

The adapter features a Thunderbolt connector on one side and a 9-pin FireWire 800 port on the other. It is particularly useful for users who still work with legacy external drives, professional audio equipment, cameras and other FireWire 800 peripherals.

✨ Key Features

• Apple Thunderbolt to FireWire 800 Adapter: Connects compatible Mac Thunderbolt ports to FireWire 800 peripherals.
• Model A1463: Commonly associated with Apple's Thunderbolt to FireWire adapter family.
• FireWire 800 Interface: Provides a standard 9-pin FireWire 800 connection.
• Up to 800 Mbps: FireWire 800 interface supports data transfer rates up to 800 Mbps under suitable conditions.
• Up to 7W Bus Power: The adapter can provide up to 7W for compatible bus-powered FireWire peripherals.
• Compact Design: Small and lightweight construction makes it convenient for desktop setups and portable Mac systems.
• Plug-and-Play: Designed for straightforward connection with supported Mac systems.

💻 Compatibility

This adapter is intended for Thunderbolt-equipped Mac computers supporting the required system and interface. Documented compatible product families include selected MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, iMac, Mac mini and Mac Pro models with Thunderbolt connectivity.

Supported FireWire devices can include compatible external storage drives, audio interfaces, cameras and other IEEE 1394b / FireWire 800 peripherals.

Important: If your Mac has Thunderbolt 3/4 using USB-C, an additional compatible Thunderbolt adapter may be required. FireWire 400 devices may also require an appropriate FireWire 800-to-FireWire 400 adapter or cable.

⚡ Connectivity & Performance

The FireWire 800 interface supports a theoretical data rate of up to 800 Mbps. The adapter also provides up to 7W of bus power for compatible peripherals, helping simplify connections with supported bus-powered FireWire devices.

📦 Compact & Portable Design

With its compact adapter-style construction, this Apple accessory is easy to keep alongside a Mac workstation, studio setup or mobile equipment bag. Its simple design focuses on providing a reliable bridge between modern Thunderbolt-equipped Macs and legacy FireWire 800 hardware.

📋 Product Specifications

🎯 Ideal Applications

• Connecting FireWire 800 external hard drives
• Legacy professional audio equipment
• Compatible FireWire cameras and video equipment
• Older professional media-production peripherals
• Mac studio and workstation setups
• Accessing data from compatible legacy FireWire devices

📦 Package Contents

• 1 × Apple Thunderbolt to FireWire 800 Adapter

Note: Additional FireWire cables or adapters may be required depending on the peripheral being connected.

⚠️ Important Compatibility Information

This product is designed for compatible Macs with Thunderbolt connectivity. It is not a USB-C FireWire adapter. Macs equipped only with Thunderbolt 3/4 USB-C ports may require an additional compatible Thunderbolt adapter. Compatibility can also depend on the FireWire device, cable and macOS version.

Please verify your Mac's port type and the required FireWire connection before ordering.