Hi all,
I have recently upgraded my Mac to Sequoia 15.3.1 and the Mac Mini no longer has options to use the supplied Garmin 590 USB A with (I think) USB mini cable. Unfortunately, connection is not possible using a hub that has all the older slots. What I now need for any future updates is a USB mini to USB C cable. Have any of you folk had the same issue and how did you source the appropriate cable?
Thanks in advance.
Trapper
Zumo 590 update cable for Mac
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Re: Zumo 590 update cable for Mac
The USB socket on the 590 takes a micro USB plug. A query in any search engine for "micro USB to USB C" or "USB A to USB C" should find many cord or adapter options.
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Re: Zumo 590 update cable for Mac
Enormous thanks Ikraus,
Yeah, I did that search, bought the cable and no joy. Perhaps it was not the cable for data transfer? The search continues.
Best wishes
Trapper
Yeah, I did that search, bought the cable and no joy. Perhaps it was not the cable for data transfer? The search continues.
Best wishes
Trapper
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Re: Zumo 590 update cable for Mac
My new Lenovo laptop only has one USB A port. The rest are USB C ports. My wireless mouse dongle occupied the USB A port so I purchased a USB C to multiport USB A hub. I can then use the Garmin cable to connect my XT, as well as the numerous other external devices I own that have USB A cables.
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Re: Zumo 590 update cable for Mac
I see this cable here on Amazon.caTrapper wrote: Sat Feb 15, 2025 6:42 pm What I now need for any future updates is a USB mini to USB C cable.
Cable Matters USB C to Mini USB Cable (Mini USB to USB-C Cable) 6.6 Feet in Black
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Re: Zumo 590 update cable for Mac
Thanks twowheelstom,
Much appreciated.
Alyn
Much appreciated.
Alyn
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Re: Zumo 590 update cable for Mac
Were you able to obtain a USB C to USB Micro - if that's what it is - cable which enables data transfer to and from your 590 from a MAc with only USB C sockets?
I'm contemplating buying an Apple Neo but am concerned about not being able to use the Garmin-supplied USB cable.
Ta
Richard
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