I bought a power adapter to plug in a USB accessory to my MacBook Pro and I still get the message that says the USB needs power.

I bought a power adapter to plug in a USB accessory to my MacBook Pro and I still get the message that says the USB needs power. What do I need to do to enable the use of a USB Super Drive on this MacBook Pro?


MacBook Pro 16″, macOS 10.15

Posted on Aug 2, 2020 12:14 PM

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Posted on Aug 5, 2020 6:48 AM

Hi there Cindyeyk1,


It sounds like you're experiencing an issue with using a SuperDrive on your MacBook Pro. We'd like to share a resource that can help.


Check it out here: How to connect the Apple USB SuperDrive


Specifically, check out the details below:


"To connect your SuperDrive to a Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) or USB-C port on your Mac, you can use one of these adapters:



We hope this helps!

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Aug 5, 2020 6:48 AM in response to Cindyeyk1

Hi there Cindyeyk1,


It sounds like you're experiencing an issue with using a SuperDrive on your MacBook Pro. We'd like to share a resource that can help.


Check it out here: How to connect the Apple USB SuperDrive


Specifically, check out the details below:


"To connect your SuperDrive to a Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) or USB-C port on your Mac, you can use one of these adapters:



We hope this helps!

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I bought a power adapter to plug in a USB accessory to my MacBook Pro and I still get the message that says the USB needs power.

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