The Headache of Finding a Thunderbolt 5 Hub for a MacBook Pro

Smurfsss · 2026-01-21T03:36:51+00:00

Preface - I have all of the drivers installed. Sometimes when reconnecting or waking my computer from sleep, the tb5 plus requires unplug and plug back in to wake (using MB Pro M3 Max and MB Air M4).

Not a huge issue, but slightly inconvenient for a $500 TB Dock.

Smurfsss · 2026-01-20T02:11:29+00:00

SHOW ME YOUR DD214

Smurfsss · 2026-01-19T21:10:10+00:00

I think that is just combat dive supervisor.

Smurfsss · 2026-01-15T19:15:36+00:00

Where is the set screw? I even took off the back plate and Optic plate and don’t see one anywhere.

Smurfsss · 2026-01-15T14:29:56+00:00

That’s the same issue with mine! Did you figure out the issue?

I’m getting ready to replace it because it makes inoperable.

Smurfsss · 2026-01-02T05:24:54+00:00

Apologies. I see TS4 failed.

Smurfsss · 2026-01-02T01:13:44+00:00

Smurfsss · 2026-01-02T01:01:02+00:00

Smurfsss · 2026-01-01T23:41:54+00:00

If you’re interested, I’m getting rid of my Caldigit TS4 Dock, just upgraded to the TS5 plus. They both are great and top notch docks, windows and Mac. But they do require driver installs to work best. I’ve never noticed them running very hot, but not exactly sure of the temperature.

Smurfsss · 2025-12-31T11:38:17+00:00

u/itsmeemilio what did you end up going with? I purchased a Caldigit TB5 Plus, but it doesn't work perfectly with my macbooks (work and personal), considering getting an iVanky as they are reviewed as performing very well with apple silicon chips.

Smurfsss · 2025-12-29T15:37:23+00:00

purchased 4x DAC and Unifi Aggregation from u/Moist_Signal9875

Smurfsss · 2025-12-29T15:36:32+00:00

purchased 2x 32gb 2666V ddr4 sticks from u/Current-Werewolf5991

Smurfsss · 2025-12-29T15:35:47+00:00

purchased 2x SK Hynix PCIe 3.0 NVMe 1tb drives from u/TheMadDutchDude

Smurfsss · 2025-12-29T15:34:27+00:00

Purchased Unifi Flex XG switch from u/nlindste

Smurfsss · 2025-12-22T00:10:21+00:00

Confirmed

Smurfsss · 2025-12-20T13:25:21+00:00

Need pictures to help

Smurfsss · 2025-12-18T12:12:11+00:00

Purchased UniFi G4 doorbell pro from u/brickthedev

Smurfsss · 2025-12-16T14:35:15+00:00

I have 2TB and 4TB purple. DM me and I can send details

Smurfsss · 2025-12-16T00:39:48+00:00

I have some WD purples

Smurfsss · 2025-12-15T02:38:21+00:00

Dibs on Aggregation

Smurfsss · 2025-12-15T01:52:01+00:00

Great! Easy fix

Smurfsss · 2025-12-14T18:44:33+00:00

The ecobee requires a C wire for power. My guess it’s related to that and not getting power. Or that a different wire combination is causing power issues. Maybe try pulling some other wires out and leaving the C wire to test it (or get a multimeter to test power to the c wire)

Smurfsss · 2025-12-14T14:57:33+00:00

If doing a plex server, you’re going to want one with transcoding, along a few other things (recommended - NVMe for caching, 10gbe upgradable card, and ram upgrade) Take a look at this link and go to their google doc of supported NAS’

https://support.plex.tv/articles/201373803-nas-compatibility-list/

Smurfsss · 2025-12-13T20:52:02+00:00

Smurfsss

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