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SuperDrive won't accept discs on iMac M3

When I connect my superdrive to my iMac using a Belkin Multiport adaptor it does not accept any disc. It seems that there is no power on the superdrive.

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Posted on Dec 27, 2024 5:30 PM

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Posted on Dec 27, 2024 5:44 PM

The Apple SuperDrive doesn't like to be connected through a hub or dock. Connect it directly to the Mac. Use a USB-A to USB-C plug adapter if necessary.

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Dec 27, 2024 5:44 PM in response to Ngatiawa

The Apple SuperDrive doesn't like to be connected through a hub or dock. Connect it directly to the Mac. Use a USB-A to USB-C plug adapter if necessary.

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Dec 27, 2024 5:45 PM in response to Ngatiawa

Hi,

I suppose Belkin Multiport adaptor is bus powered device. You need to get self powered USB-C to USB-A hub or adapter.

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Dec 28, 2024 7:53 PM in response to BertingAP

Thanks guys I bought a cheap adaptor and now it works ok.

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Dec 27, 2024 8:25 PM in response to Ngatiawa

Or get a better one for cheap...

https://www.amazon.com/External-Portable-Compatible-MacBook-Desktop/dp/B09YH6DNYB/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?

https://www.amazon.com/ROOFULL-External-DVD-ROM-Carrying-Desktop/dp/B0D49JTH8Q/ref=sr_1_3?

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Dec 27, 2024 9:11 PM in response to Ngatiawa

I got my superdrive in 2014, connected it to my new iMac M3 purchased in March 2024, using a USB A to C adapter from Apple, and it works just fine.

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Dec 27, 2024 5:55 PM in response to kaz-k

Thanks will do

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Dec 27, 2024 8:44 PM in response to BDAqua

BDAqua wrote:

Or get a better one for cheap...

I purchased a SuperDrive in 2015. Still works. 😎

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