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I recently purchased a new MacBook and I need to install something onto it via CD. However, neither of my MacBooks (2016 and 2019) will even recognize my superdrive. Both devices are running MoJave. Has anyone else experienced this problem? If so, are there any solutions?
Do any of the new Macs post-2014 even still work with the superdrive?
MacBook Pro 13", macOS 10.14
danteiskool wrote:
What do you mean by "a different CD/DVD drive?" One that isn't Apple? If so, will it work on my Mac?
Yes, non-Apple. Apple only offers the SuperDrive. Most CD/DVD drives are compatible. Check out macsales.com for some options
also, thanks for the response.
You're welcome.
One more question, do you think I should go for an optical drive with USB-A compatibility or USB-C? What I mean is will the non-Apple branded optical drives work with a USB-C adapter (with USB-A ports)? Or should I just get an optical drive that plugs directly into the USB-C port?
Good question. I don't know the answer. I have a SuperDrive and only use it on iMacs and an iMac Pro. I'm sure someone will come along and be able to answer. You could also contact macsales and see what they have to say.
The problem is most likely a SuperDrive has to be plugged directly into a USB port. No adapters or hubs.
So I'm basically screwed, right?
Unless the software in question is available for download or you purchase a different CD/DVD drive, pretty much.
What do you mean by "a different CD/DVD drive?" One that isn't Apple? If so, will it work on my Mac?
Also, thanks for the response.
MacBook Pro not recognizing Superdrive
