How do I get my SuperDrive to work on my MacBook pro?
To use your SuperDrive, connect it to a USB-A port on your Mac*, then insert a disc. Make sure that the aluminum enclosure of the SuperDrive is facing up. To connect your SuperDrive to a Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) or USB-C port on your Mac, you can use one of these adapters: USB-C Digital AV Multiport Adapter.
Why is my Apple USB SuperDrive not working?
Make sure the SuperDrive is connected directly to the Mac. Try using the other USB port. Try rebooting the laptop. If the discs are not being pulled into the SuperDrive, then it may not be getting power or there is a hardware issue with the SuperDrive itself.
Which Macbooks is Apple SuperDrive compatible with?
Compatibility
- MacBook Air (13-inch, Early 2015 – 2017)
- MacBook Air (11-inch, Early 2015)
- MacBook Pro (Retina, 13-inch, Late 2012 – 2015)
- MacBook Pro (Retina, 15‑inch, Mid 2012 ‑ 2015)
- MacBook (Retina, 12-inch, Early 2015 – 2017)
- iMac (Retina 4K, 21.5-inch, 2019)
- iMac (Retina 4K, 21.5-inch, 2017)
Can I use a USB SuperDrive with my MacBook Pro?
*The Apple USB SuperDrive is compatible with Mac models from 2008 and later that don’t have a built-in optical drive. *MacBook, MacBook Air, and MacBook Pro models with USB-C ports require a USB-C to USB adapter (sold separately) to use Apple USB SuperDrive.
How do I update my Apple SuperDrive?
To complete the firmware update process, please follow the instructions in the updater application (/Applications/Utilities/SuperDrive Update. app). The updater will launch automatically when the installation is complete.
Is Apple SuperDrive discontinued?
The updated second generation 13-inch MacBook Pro, released on June 11, 2012 and discontinued on October 27, 2016 is the last Macintosh to include a SuperDrive while the Mid 2011 was the last iMac model with the built in optical drive.
Can I use MacBook Air SuperDrive with MacBook Pro?
Is Apple USB SuperDrive Blu Ray compatible?
No. It can neither record nor play blu-ray disks. Apple does not sell a blu-ray compatible drive.
Why isn’t my DVD player working on my Mac?
Make sure the disc is correctly placed in the drive. See if the disc is dirty or damaged. The easiest way to do this is to try it in another computer with a compatible drive. If it’s an audio CD or a video DVD, you might also try it in a CD or DVD player.
Can Apple USB SuperDrive burn CDs?
Whether you’re at the office or on the road, you can play and burn both CDs and DVDs with the Apple USB SuperDrive. It’s perfect when you want to watch a DVD movie, install software, create backup discs, and more.
Who makes the Apple SuperDrive?
Apple Computer
$46.70 & FREE Shipping….Technical Details.
| Product Dimensions | 8.1 x 2.8 x 7.8 inches; 1 Pounds |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Apple Computer |
| ASIN | B011K4XZQ0 |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Item model number | MD564LL/A |
Should I upgrade my mid 2006 MacBook to snow leopard?
If your Mid 2006 MacBook has 512 MB, upgrade immediately. You really need 1 GB to get okay performance from OS X 10.4 Tiger or 10.5 Leopard. As of August 2014, you can get 2 GB for $23 from Other World Computing, and with Snow Leopard just $20 from Apple, take the Mid 2006 MacBook as far as it will go with RAM and operating system.
What operating system does the MacBook Pro come with?
The MacBook Pro initially shipped with an Intel-only version of Mac OS X 10.4.4 Tiger and iLife ’06, which is a universal binary. Like other Core Duo Macs, it cannot run OS X 10.7 Lion or later. Battery life is comparable to the 15″ PowerBook G4.
Can a MacBook Pro with 512 MB of Ram Run Snow Leopard?
With a 2 GB memory ceiling, this MacBook Pro wouldn’t run Lion decently anyhow, but the first generation Intel Macs run Snow Leopard very nicely with 2 GB of RAM. If your Early 2006 MacBook Pro has 512 MB, upgrade immediately. You really need 1 GB to get okay performance from OS X 10.4 Tiger or 10.5 Leopard.
What are the specs of a MacBook Pro?
The MacBook is available in three configurations: 1.83 GHz Intel Core Duo, Combo drive, 60 GB 5400 rpm hard drive, 512 MB RAM, Intel 950 graphics, built-in iSight, and a 1280 x 800 display for US$1,099 in white. Build-to-order options include 1 GB and 2 GB RAM configurations and larger hard drives.