iOS devices connecting and disconnecting rapidly.

iOS devices connecting and disconnecting rapidly. I've been having this issue for a while with my iPad Air 2: When I plug it into my MacBook, it will act as though I am plugging it in and unplugging it rapidly, and will not stay connected long enough for me to sync or backup with iTunes.
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mcgyver89 [Entry]

"Nikolay Schamberg

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mcgyver89 [Entry]

"I also had this problem with my iPhone 6 and MacBook Air with an original Apple cable that works fine when charging normally, so it had to be something with the computer.

I chatted with Apple customer support and they told me to update to the newest OS-X and do an SMC reset on my MacBook Air. It’s easily done and did the trick for me. They also told me I could try an NVRAM reset, but this was not needed in my case.

Hope this can help someone!"

mcgyver89 [Entry]

"After trying all the recommended fixes for this issue in all the different forums I could find (new cables, privacy setting resets, full system reset etc) I still had the problem so I have come up with a work around.

I now plug all my devices - iPad, iPhone - in to a USB multiport and then connect the multiport’s USB cable to my MacBook air. Problem solved!

I’m using the Belkin 4-Port USB 3.0 Powered Hub! - Which I’ve plugged in to power as well as to my Mac.

Basically, letting the Hub power my devices Vs my Mac."