Standard connection does not appear to be recognized by MacBook - Is there a way to get it to work or do I need to purchase a different device (DVD Writer)?
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MacBook Pro 16″, macOS 15.2
an empty device will never seem to be 'recognized', as in Mounted on the desktop. Only mountable Volumes are Mounted on the desktop, and a naked Reader or Writer isn not that.
is the device seen in system information?
the shortcut to System report is to hold the Option key and choose the TOP item off the menu
This appears to be a drive that wants to suck power from two USB ports for reliable operation.
https://www.cnet.com/reviews/asus-sdrw-08d1s-u-external-dvd-rw-drive-review/
ASUS SDRW-08D1S-U DVD Writer not recognized on MacBook Pro with Sequoia 15.2
