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connect superdrive to MacBook Air 2020

my superdrive won't properly boot up on the MacBook Air 2020. I get a message saying usb accessory needs power.

MacBook Air 13″, macOS 11.5

Posted on Oct 15, 2021 9:56 PM

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Posted on Oct 16, 2021 12:09 AM

Perhaps ask when you purchase an adapter (USB-C) for one

which allows 'pass-through power & data.' May be worth it.


Anything less and you've already been there.


The cable/adapter connections suggested in

this article may be an answer. Hopefully so.


• How to connect the Apple USB SuperDrive - Apple Support

https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT202665


..Since 'my antiques' haven't need for fancy

stuff, guess I'm OK until my ship comes in..


Good luck & happy trails!🌻

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Oct 16, 2021 12:09 AM in response to helpmepleaseprettyplease

Perhaps ask when you purchase an adapter (USB-C) for one

which allows 'pass-through power & data.' May be worth it.


Anything less and you've already been there.


The cable/adapter connections suggested in

this article may be an answer. Hopefully so.


• How to connect the Apple USB SuperDrive - Apple Support

https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT202665


..Since 'my antiques' haven't need for fancy

stuff, guess I'm OK until my ship comes in..


Good luck & happy trails!🌻

connect superdrive to MacBook Air 2020

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