I would like to burn my CDs into the music library on my MacBook Pro and view DVD's there also.
Is there a specific brand of CD/DVD player that you recommend for use with the MacBook Pro?
MacBook Pro 13″, macOS 15.1
Is there a specific brand of CD/DVD player that you recommend for use with the MacBook Pro?
MacBook Pro 13″, macOS 15.1
If you do not need to take the player with your while traveling, I recommend a tray-loading model with an independent power supply for greatest reliability. I am considering buying this one for a new iMac we are getting:
https://eshop.macsales.com/item/OWC/MR3USD24/
You will need a USB-A to USB-C adapter similar to this for any new Mac :
OWC USB-A to USB-C (USB 3) Adapter Cable (use USB-A devices on USB-C)
or this:
The above OWC drive works for travel as well but, if it is too bulky or heavy for your needs, you can get a compact bus-powered drive. There are tray-load compact models. I recommend one whose data/power cable is replaceable, i,e.,not permanently attached to the device. A cat of puppy chewin the cable manea s new device is the cable is not replacement. Lots of drive examples on Amazon if you search for "External CD/DVD drive"
Apple no longer sells its USB SuperDrive; it was a badly outdated design anyway, so I have no hesitation in recommending you go after-market for one.
Allan, Thank you so much. I have ordered the tray-loading model you recommended.
I would like to burn my CDs into the music library on my MacBook Pro and view DVD's there also.