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Capture connect Problem

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asked Apr 29, 2019 in Ai Mixers by omarsanabria (150 points)

I need to connect my presonus 16.4.2 AI to the capture program, but in my country the firewire 800 cable is not available, there is some other way to connect it, thanks.

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answered Apr 30, 2019 by jonnydoyle (403,640 points)
 
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To connect the StudioLive 16.4.2AI to a computer for recording/control purposes, the computer must have a valid firewire port or one that can be used with an adaptor. USB to Firewire adaptors are not supported and in general do not work for audio equipment. If you are buying a new computer the following articles will be helpful. 

Link: https://support.presonus.com/hc/en-us/articles/210046123-Choosing-a-PC-for-recording-with-a-Firewire-interface

Link: https://support.presonus.com/hc/en-us/articles/210047053-Is-there-a-Firewire-Compatibility-List-for-Firewire-cards-

Link: https://support.presonus.com/hc/en-us/articles/210046103-Finding-a-PC-laptop-to-use-with-your-firewire-audio-interface

Alternatively you can use an Apple Mac which would require the following cables/adaptors depending the Mac you get. 

If you purchase a PC with USB-C you would need to ensure that the USB-C port on the computer is an approved Thunderbolt 3 port.

Please review this video carefully to ensure that your computer is compatible.

Link: https://www.startech.com/faq/thunderbolt-3-or-usb-c-port

If you deem it compatible then the following is required.

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answered Apr 29, 2019 by guidoallosa (140 points)

Good night, I have a presonus studio live 16.4.2 and I can not update the firmware and I want to know how to do it, thank you very much

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