"Playing a DVD on my MacBook Pro: I bought a new MacBook pro in dec. I just decided to connect my super drive and it doesn't seem to work. the superdrive isn't new... is that the problem? It is connect through a 9 in 1 hyper drive hub"
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Three Things:
A. The Hub Being the Culprit:
It's probably the hub not having enough power. So, connect it directly into the computer. Or use an external-powered USB Hub
B. Being a Used Device:
As for a used device, it may or may not be damaged. There's no way for anyone here to know.
C. Verify the Connection:
See if the SuperDrive is even seen:
- Hold Down: the Option key
- Click: the Apple menu
- Select:: About this Mac...
- Click: System Report... button
- Select: Disc Burning (on the left of screen)
- Look For: this SuperDrive