Superdrive use and MacBook Charging

Is there an adapter for MacBook that will allow USBC input to charge MacBook and to power Superdrive at the same time? - I don't want to drain battery life of MacBook while using Superdrive with it. I have an adapter that charges MacBook- and will charge iPhone at same time but not power Superdrive.

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Posted on Jan 25, 2020 9:52 AM

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Jan 25, 2020 6:45 PM in response to Damian Stanfield

You may need to consider one of newer Docks, such as these examples:

• 8 Best Docking Stations for Your MacBook/Pro - Make Tech Easier

https://www.maketecheasier.com/best-docking-stations-macbook-pros/

And from selection of Dock examples, at macsales OWC:

• OWC USB-C Dock for Mac and PC - MacSales.com

https://eshop.macsales.com/shop/usb-c/owc/usb-c-dock

• OWC Thunderbolt 3 Docks, Docking Stations, and More

https://eshop.macsales.com/shop/thunderbolt/thunderbolt-3-docks

The peripherals that need specific power, and others where the

data & power goes through are unique, though not rare now.

Some are able to charge only, others send data/power to device.

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Jan 26, 2020 4:47 AM in response to K Shaffer

Thank you - this is really helpful.

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