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annehodg Author

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Connect USB SuperDrive to MacBook Pro Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C)

My USB SuperDrive doesn't draw enough power through my Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) to USB

Connector (Networx/Logitech).

Can you recommend a solution? Thx!

Posted on Feb 7, 2021 2:36 AM

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Posted on Feb 7, 2021 3:34 AM

Hi,

Try to use Self Powered USB2 Hub like following.

https://www.amazon.com/Plugable-Charging-Adapter-Support-Android/dp/B005P2BY5I/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=usb+2+self+powered+hub&qid=1612697504&s=computers-intl-ship&sr=1-1

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Feb 7, 2021 3:34 AM in response to annehodg

Hi,

Try to use Self Powered USB2 Hub like following.

https://www.amazon.com/Plugable-Charging-Adapter-Support-Android/dp/B005P2BY5I/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=usb+2+self+powered+hub&qid=1612697504&s=computers-intl-ship&sr=1-1

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annehodg Author

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Feb 7, 2021 8:44 AM in response to kaz-k

I'm in Germany, and don't see this particular device. Some local Amazon reviews on the LogiLink 4-Port Hub USB 2.0 say it melted. As the CD/ DVD drive does use a lot of power, do you or anyone have any other proven recommendations?

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Connect USB SuperDrive to MacBook Pro Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C)

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