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NOLYTH External DVD Drive USB 3.0 Type-C Slot-in CD ROM External Drive Slim CD/DVD Drive Burner CD Reader DVD Player Optical Drive for Laptop Windows 11 Mac PC Apple MacBook iMac
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| Operating System | Windows, macOS |
| Special Feature | Made with Aluminum alloy, USB 3.0 Type-C port, Slim and portable, Free USB 3.0 Adapter, Slot loading |
| Hardware Interface | USB Type C, USB 3.0 |
| Brand | NOLYTH |
| Optical Storage Write Speed | 24x (CD-R) / 8x (DVD±R) / 6x (DVD±R DL) |
About this item
- 【Sleek and Compact】NOLYTH external DVD drive is with a single USB-C cable built into this DVD drive and plug directly into the USB Type-C port of your Mac/MacBook Air Pro/laptop. You’ll never have to worry about lost cables with this CD/DVD drive at any time
- 【Specially Designed for MacBook】NOLYTH external CD drive is made with full Aluminum Alloy, perfect match with the material of MacBook / Mac, sleek & slim with latest USB-C for Mac / MacBook Air Pro. We still prepare a USB 3.0 adapter in case some laptops without USB-C for using this CD drive
- 【Easy to Use】NOLYTH external CD/DVD drive for laptop is powered by USB-C / USB port and just plug this external drive into your USB-C / USB port and this external CD/DVD drive will be detected, Don’t need to install software to set up DVD driver
- 【Multiple Functions】After installed this external CD DVD drive, insert CDs/DVDs, you can use a playback software, burning software and ripping software to complete various tasks such as watching DVD movies, burning/ripping CDs & DVDs, installing software/system/games, backing up data to discs, and more. This DVD burner drive supports CD±R/DVD-RW/DVD±R/CD-ROM/DVD-ROM/DVD-R DL/VCD-ROM/DVD+/-RW
- 【High Speed Player & Writer】NOLYTH external DVD player supports play and burn both CDs and DVDs whether you're at the office or on the road. This CD rom external drive is with Max 8x DVD±R Write Speed and Max 24x CD-R Write Speed provided for high writing and reading
- 【Wide Compatibility】Our this CD reader is compatible with Windows and all versions of Mac OS, Mac models from 2008 and later that don't have a built-in optical drive. You can use this external CD burner on almost all computers including MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, iMac, Mac Mini, Windows laptop, and desktop PCs (NOTE: DO NOT support Chromebook, TV, iPad, Truck and Car)
- 【Support & Warranty】We provide a free USB 3.0 adapter and 1 protective travel case for this external CD player / DVD player for laptop, and with 12 yr of professional external CD/DVD drive manufacturing experience ensures reliable quality and professional customer service. Please feel free to contact us for help or free replacement if any issues happen after purchasing, do not need to worry about the time-limited return window.
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| Easy to use | 3.7 | 4.2 | 4.1 | 3.7 | 4.1 |
| Value for money | 3.6 | 4.0 | 4.1 | 4.0 | 4.2 |
| Tech Support | 2.5 | 4.6 | 3.6 | — | — |
| Sold By | — | HAIWAY-US | Homeyuan | JecoDirect | Biscon Tech |
| hardware interface | usb c, usb3.0 | usb3.0 a, usb3.0 c, usb3.0 | dvd r, usb, dvd rw | usb3.0, usb2.0 | usb |
| operating system | macOS, Windows | Linux, Windows XP/Vista, Mac, Windows 7/8/10/11 | Windows 8.1 | Linux, mac os, Windows 10 | Windows 11, Windows 10, Linux, MacOS, Windows 7/8 |
| read speed | 24x (CD-ROM) / 8x (DVD-ROM) | Max 24xCD / 8xDVD | 8x | 8x | 24x (CD), 8x (DVD) |
| write speed | 24x (CD-R) / 8x (DVD±R) / 6x (DVD±R DL) | Max 24xCD / 8xDVD | 24x | 8x, 24x, 16x, 4x, 6x, 3x, 5x | 24x (CD-R), 8x (DVD±R), 6x (DVD±R DL) |
| hardware platform | Laptop, PC | Laptop, PC | — | Linux, Mac, PC | Laptop, PC |
| cache memory size | 2 MB | 4 MB | 2 MB | — | 2 MB |
Product Description
NOLYTH external DVD drive is made with Aviation Aluminum Alloy, not the plastic body. This external drive is specially designed for your Mac/MacBook Pro/Air. High-end Atmosphere, Sleek and Compact, Portable Slim ! NOLYTH external CD drive not only let's enjoy movies and music, but also can help us to burn and rip CDs & DVDs.
Troubleshooting Methods:
Q: Disk was stuck ?
A: 1. As insufficient power supply, this DVD drive should be connected directly with USB C / USB 3.0 port on laptop rather than connect with USB HUB. If works on a desktop, please connect this CD drive with USB port behind of computer host.
2. Check the CD is unwounded and not out of shape.
3. Must ensure that this external CD/DVD drive isn't squeezed and don't put it unstable items.
4. Ensure disk is placed well and not scratched.
Resolve:
1. Please try turning the CD/DVD drive upside down and the disk ejected when clicked on the icon.
2. Please eject the CD by restarting the computer and holding down the mouse track pad at the same time. This forced the CD to eject.
Features:
NOLYTH CD/DVD drive is a slot-in USB C Superdrive, No ejecting button, just slot-loading. This external DVD drive is compatible with Windows and Mac OS. Mac models from 2008 and later that don't have a built-in optical drive. This drive is perfect when you want to watch a DVD movie, install software, create backup discs, and more.
Sleek and compact, it just slips easily into your travel bag when you hit the road and takes up little space on your desk or tray table when you’re working.
Also this CD DVD external drive connects to your laptop with a single USB Type-C cable built into this external CD drive. You’ll never have to worry about lost cables for this external CD DVD drive.
Support:
CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW,DVD+R, DVD+R DL, DVD+RW
Read Speed: 24x (CD) / 8x (DVD)
Write Speed: 24x (CD) / 8x (DVD±R) / 6x (DVD±R DL)
Rewrite Speed: 16x (CD) / 6x (DVD-RW) / 8x (DVD+RW)
NOTES:
1. NOLYTH external DVD player is a slot-in optical drive, NO ejecting button, just slot loading.
2. Don't support to play Blu-ray, just supports to play CDs / DVDs.
3. This external CD player can't work for iPad/Car/TV/Projector/Chrome OS/Tablet/Smartphone/Microsoft.
4. Don't plug this external DVD burner into USB Hub / extension cords, just plug directly into computer, otherwise it can’t be recognized and the disc will stuck inside.
5. Please plug the external CD burner directly into your laptop or plug into the USB port behind of the computer host when you use a desktop.
6. There’s no separate power adapter. Must ensure there is enough 5V 2.5A power to this CD ROM drive, otherwise, maybe the disk will stuck inside the drive or can’t play disk.
7. Keep this external CD/DVD drive for laptop steady on the desktop, don’t put it unstable items or on the vulnerable to squeeze place, to ensure normal machine use. Do not have the machine on a strong magnetic object nearby.
8. Make sure that this external optical drive itself is set in place in such a way that the blank side faces up and the black side faces down, Otherwise the disc will eject automatically.
9. Date transfer speed is also affected by computer and system environment.
10. When this external CD/DVD drive works on Windows 10 or Catalina, please note: It is important you have a media player such as the free VLC media player installed BEFORE you connect this DVD player for laptop. This is not a fault of the player - it's because Windows 10 doesn't have a default player installed. Otherwise this CD reader can’t work well for us.
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Embedded Cable Design and Slot-loadingNOLYTH exernal CD/DVD drive is embedded cable design, made with full Aluminum Alloy material, not the plastic body. No eject button design, slot-loading. This superdrive is with a single cable that's built into this DVD drive and you'll never have to worry about lost cables. |
Shockproof and Low noiseThis CD drive is with shockproof rubber on the bottom, use for shockproof, low noise, anti-interference and high durability. |
Extra accessoriesExtra 1 USB3.0 adapter and 1 protective storage carrying case with this CD/DVD player. It is convenient to use and carry whether at home or travelling, which only needs a little space in your bag and enjoy the disks which you like. The USB 3.0 adapter also can help us to play movie / music, burn CDs and DVDs on the USB port computer by this CD/DVD drive. |
NOLYTH external DVD drive is compatible with Windows 11 / 10 / 8 / 7 /XP and all versions of Mac OS, works well for laptop/Mac/MacBook/Desktop/PC
Q: Can't be recognized on computer or can't play CDs / DVDs ?
A: 1. Plug this external CD burner into Mac OS, after insert a disk inside it, there will be a disc mark showing on the desktop. If no disk inside, this external drive can't be recognized on Mac OS.
2. Ensure it is connected directly into your computer, do not connect with USB HUB.
3. Ensure there is a build-in drive driver software. Or try it with another computer.
4. Ensure there is a correct playback software for this DVD drive and with a correct format.
Q: Disk eject automatically ?
A: 1. Ensure to place this CD rom drive with a correct way. The black side must to be down, the blank side must to be up.
2. Ensure disk is placed well .
Q: Can't be compatible well with Mac OS or Windows 10 / 11 ?
A: Ensure that there is a build-in drive driver and a correct playback software for this external CD/DVD drive. NOTE: It is important you have a media player such as the free VLC media player installed BEFORE you connect the CD/DVD player. This is not a fault of the player - it's because Windows 10 / 11 doesn't have a default player installed.
Q: Making noisy when playing ?
A: Some of DVDs are thicker than common disks, it is normal phenomenon with a bit noisy. But please ensure disk is placed well and not scratched.
Q: Hard to burn disk ?
A: Blank CD is unformatted, please download a software - such as NERO, to finish the setting and add the info that you want to burn. Usually, it works well with CD that in format: WAV, MP3, MP4, etc.
Widely use for work / homework! Portable and compact, can work at anywhere and anytime !
Q: Can't be recognized on computer or can't play CDs / DVDs ?
A: 1. Plug this external disc drive into Mac OS, after insert a disk inside it, there will be a disc mark showing on the desktop. If no disk inside, this drive can't be recognized on Mac OS.
2. Ensure it is connected directly into your computer, do not connect with USB HUB.
3. Ensure there is a build-in drive driver software. Or try it with another computer.
4. Ensure there is a correct playback software for this disk drive and with a correct format.
Q: Disk eject automatically ?
A: 1. Ensure to place this DVD player with a correct way. The black side must to be down, the blank side must to be up.
2. Ensure disk is placed well .
Q: Can't be compatible well with Mac OS or Windows 10 / 11 ?
A: Ensure that there is a build-in drive driver and a correct playback software for this DVD drive. NOTE: It is important you have a media player such as the free VLC media player installed BEFORE you connect the portable CD/DVD player. This is not a fault of the player - it's because Windows 10 / 11 doesn't have a default player installed.
Q: Making noisy when playing ?
A: Some of DVDs are thicker than common disks, it is normal phenomenon with a bit noisy. But please ensure disk is placed well and not scratched.
Q: Hard to burn disk ?
A: Blank CD is unformatted, please download a software - such as NERO, to finish the setting and add the info that you want to burn. Usually, it works well with CD that in format: WAV, MP3, MP4, etc.
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| Compatible Devices | Laptop / Mac / MacBook Air / MacBook Pro / Desktop / PC | Laptop / Mac / MacBook Air / MacBook Pro / Desktop / PC | Laptop / Mac / MacBook Air / MacBook Pro / Desktop / PC | Laptop / Mac / MacBook Air / MacBook Pro / Desktop / PC | Laptop / Mac / MacBook Air / MacBook Pro / Desktop / PC | Laptop / Mac / MacBook Air / MacBook Pro / Desktop / PC |
| Compatible System | Windows 11 / 10 / 8.1 / 8 / 7 / XP, Linux, All versions of Mac OS | Windows 11 / 10 / 8.1 / 8 / 7 / XP, Linux, All versions of Mac OS | Windows 11 / 10 / 8.1 / 8 / 7 / XP, Linux, All versions of Mac OS | Windows 11 / 10 / 8.1 / 8 / 7 / XP, Linux, All versions of Mac OS | Windows 11 / 10 / 8.1 / 8 / 7 / XP, Linux, All versions of Mac OS | Windows 11 / 10 / 8.1 / 8 / 7 / XP, Linux, All versions of Mac OS |
| Supported Disc | DVD±RW / DVD-RDL / CD±RW / DVD-Rom / CD-Rom / CD-R / DVD-R / DVD-RAM | DVD±RW / DVD-RDL / CD±RW / DVD-Rom / CD-Rom / CD-R / DVD-R / DVD-RAM | DVD±RW / DVD-RDL / CD±RW / DVD-Rom / CD-Rom / CD-R / DVD-R / DVD-RAM | DVD±RW / DVD-RDL / CD±RW / DVD-Rom / CD-Rom / CD-R / DVD-R / DVD-RAM | DVD±RW / DVD-RDL / CD±RW / DVD-Rom / CD-Rom / CD-R / DVD-R / DVD-RAM | DVD±RW / DVD-RDL / CD±RW / DVD-Rom / CD-Rom / CD-R / DVD-R / DVD-RAM |
| Max Reade / Writer Speed | DVD 8x / CD 24x | DVD 8x / CD 24x | DVD 8x / CD 24x | DVD 8x / CD 24x | DVD 8x / CD 24x | DVD 8x / CD 24x |
| Incompatible | Car / TV / Projector / Chrome OS / Smartphone / Tablet | Car / TV / Projector / Chrome OS / Smartphone / Tablet | Car / TV / Projector / Chrome OS / Smartphone / Tablet | Car / TV / Projector / Chrome OS / Smartphone / Tablet | Car / TV / Projector / Chrome OS / Smartphone / Tablet | Car / TV / Projector / Chrome OS / Smartphone / Tablet |
| Connector Type | USB 3.0 Type-C & with USB3.0 Adapter | USB 3.0 Type-C & with USB3.0 Adapter | USB 3.0 Type-C & USB 3.0 Type-A | USB 3.0 Type-C & USB 3.0 Type-A | USB 3.0 Type-C & with USB3.0 Adapter | USB 3.0 Type-C & with USB3.0 Adapter |
| Extra USB Ports & SD Slot | ✓ | ✓ | ||||
| Color | Silver | Grey | Silver | Black | Silver | Grey |
Product information
Technical Details
| Brand | NOLYTH |
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| Item model number | 8541609185 |
| Hardware Platform | Laptop, PC |
| Operating System | Windows, macOS |
| Item Weight | 11.8 ounces |
| Product Dimensions | 5.43 x 5.43 x 0.63 inches |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 5.43 x 5.43 x 0.63 inches |
| Color | 20-Silver |
| Optical Drive Type | DVD-RW/CD-RW/DVD-ROM/CD-ROM/DVD+RW/DVD+R/DVD-R DL |
| Manufacturer | Confoly Tech |
| ASIN | B071ZYK9VP |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Date First Available | June 3, 2017 |
Additional Information
| Customer Reviews |
4.0 out of 5 stars |
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| Best Sellers Rank | #234 in External CD & DVD Drives |
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Customers like how easy it is to use the optical disc drive. For example, they mention it's simple to install and use, and it plugs and plays. Some are also satisfied with the case. That said, opinions are mixed on performance, quality, value, build quality, and noise.
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Customers find the optical disc drive easy to use. They mention that it requires no special install or connectivity cables, and is easy to hook up to their iMac. They also say that it utilizes plug-and-play technology and clicks into their computer easily. Additionally, customers describe the drive itself as a simple piece of tech that does what it's supposed to do.
"...It utilized plug-and-play and clicked into my computer easily...." Read more
"...great, has a non-slip rubber ring integrated in the bottom, and is easy to use...." Read more
"...This is an extremely easy device to use, and feels very sturdy...." Read more
"...that the player is a ‘plug and play’ unit, making it so easy to begin watching my movies and TV shows." Read more
Customers like the case. They mention that it comes with a nice carrying case, USB adapter, and pouch to carry it in. The case and accessories are a great added touch. Some say that it's a convenient carrying zipper case.
"...It even comes with nice little carry/travel case, for which I have no use.The price was very spot-on for my wants and needs...." Read more
"...It comes with a nice carry case, so the lack of integrated cable storage is no problem. However, installing software from it is painfully slow...." Read more
"...Optional USB plug (see photo)Well- padded, zippered case..." Read more
"...It even comes with a pouch to carry it in." Read more
Customers are mixed about the performance of the optical disc drive. Some mention that it works very well, and the DVD player powered up and began to play without issue or incident. However, others say that the eject key on the keyboard does not work with this device, the Apple Superdrive doesn't work well with the USB-C adaptor, and CDs that they've created are not recognized.
"...built; very responsive [email] customer support; sturdy case and works with Big Sur...." Read more
"...To be transparent, the first unit received did not work. The connection directions were followed but the unit would not accept a disc...." Read more
"...Really impressed it could burn that much info and not have a failure. Had two discs that were bad but the drive never skipped a beat...." Read more
"...In summary: You get a lot of features and plug-and-play function, but it’s performance is average at best." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the optical disc drive. Some mention it's durable, well designed, and runs smoothly and quietly. However, some say it occasionally has problems ejecting CDs and does not ejected any disks unless you flip it upside down.
"...The connection directions were followed but the unit would not accept a disc...." Read more
"...Nice looking; seems solidly built; very responsive [email] customer support; sturdy case and works with Big Sur...." Read more
"...Of late the Superdrive has had some issues with reading some music CDs...." Read more
"This external drive looks great, has a non-slip rubber ring integrated in the bottom, and is easy to use...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the value of the optical disc drive. Some mention it's excellent value, well worth it, and cheap. Others say it'll be a waste of money and the absolute saddest product they've ever purchased on Amazon.
"...The price was very spot-on for my wants and needs.If I have any criticism it would be on two points:..." Read more
"...The downside is that it's more expensive and also much larger & heavier...." Read more
"...one for my parents initially, and it was so easy to use and reasonably priced that I also bought one for myself...." Read more
"...Very easy to use. Not expensive. Seems to be a quality product. Had the adapter included that I needed for the Mac...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the build quality of the optical disc drive. Some mention that it's well built, dependable, and attractive. However, others say that it is flimsy and the cord is not very sturdy.
"...Nice looking; seems solidly built; very responsive [email] customer support; sturdy case and works with Big Sur...." Read more
"...laptop, drive was recognized but, same results...just few whir's & stops dead...." Read more
"...This is an extremely easy device to use, and feels very sturdy...." Read more
"...well with the USB-C adaptor - it demands too much power and frequently shuts down. I tried the NOLYTH based on positive Amazon reviews...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the noise of the optical disc drive. Some mention it's very quiet, while others say it'll struggle to accept and reject CDs when inserted. Some say the unit groaned when trying to read DVDs at once.
"...Prima Donnas who need their diapers changed because -- the thing is too LOUD? Seriously? It's a DVD drive...." Read more
"Nicely made, runs smoothly and quietly. No flimsy CD/DVD tray to contend with. Prompt but inept customer service...." Read more
"...also, have yo say they work about the same, except the Apple SuperDrive is a bit louder and has more vibration but it doesn't write or read any..." Read more
"...However, installing software from it is painfully slow. It is pretty noisy when it revvs-up, and if you dare to pick it up, you’ll hear the disc..." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the eject button on the optical disc drive. They mention that it lacks a button or mechanical ejection for disc, there is no manual egress possibility, and no force eviction command. Additionally, there's no external button or keyhole to force a ejected disc.
"...The superdrive is a solid piece with no eject button, and the drive does not open...." Read more
"...2. EJECTing: there's no manual eject button on the drive; you eject from your computer...." Read more
"...Prompt but inept customer service. The keyboard eject button would not work for me with either a wireless or bluetooth keyboard...." Read more
"...There is no manual analog manual eject, such as a small hole that you put a paper clip into, to physically eject a disk...." Read more
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The very first thing I did with this thing was to install Adobe Photoshop Elements 2021 and All Went Off Without a Hitch, and/or an Alfred Hitchcock.
Nice looking; seems solidly built; very responsive [email] customer support; sturdy case and works with Big Sur. So I got nothing to complain about, and, should I ever, I'm convinced these people are for real about customer retention because as soon as you open the package you get a polite message about getting an extra year of warranty just for registering.
Strongly recommended. Yes, they did politely ask me to post a review for them and no, I haven't used it much, but I've read a lot of other reviews by a bunch of crybabies and Prima Donnas who need their diapers changed because -- the thing is too LOUD? Seriously? It's a DVD drive. It's mechanical, for those of you who remember that term from the twentieth century.
But obviously, dahlings, my Phavrorite Part is that the Phinish Matches the Dahling Space Gray of the
Oh-So-Pristine-MacBook.
Obviously I'm so happy I can hardly count.
The new external drive unit was connected according to the instructions and worked immediately. It is a universal unit so a DVD was tested and a few CDs ripped to iTunes. Everything worked perfectly, hence the five star review. Customer service is really there and is a person that communicates with you. It is refreshing to experience great customer service and that's what you get when you buy this unit.
Within an hour I had the return label & boxed it up to be sent back with an old card game CD stuck in it. Luckily it was a useless disk I inserted rather than my company's back-up disk. Had that happened, I would have had to break it open to retrieve disk & there goes my ability to return & get credit. So be aware!
Seller did respond within 24 hr but gave useless support & even said the IMac wasn't supplying enough power to the drive. Well, that's not my problem is it?
I bought another brand....one with an "eject button".
Update 3/12, got new disk drive...works perfect. I like the eject button! :)
Of late the Superdrive has had some issues with reading some music CDs. Since my CD player had zero trouble with these CDs I assumed, correctly, that the Superdrive may be giving up the ghost. I was not, however, interested in giving Apple $80 for a new one (I'm clearly not anti-Apple). And so I ventured around the web looking for some suggestions and recommendations, and this drive was one of them.
Thus far (about 2-months of ownership and a LOT of usage) I can say it has performed just fine. It works as advertised (at least for reading CDs as I've done nothing else with it). It even comes with nice little carry/travel case, for which I have no use.
The price was very spot-on for my wants and needs.
If I have any criticism it would be on two points:
1) the base has nothing to keep it from moving around. No rubbery feet or such, and so it loves to slide about as I try to wrangle a CD into it's slot (sounds vulgar.. I know), and
2) The opening/slot is a bit rough, especially at the two ends
This said, nothing about these two issues prevent me from using it, or from enjoying the money I saved by NOT purchasing another Superdrive.
Oh... the eject key on the keyboard will not work with this device. You must use the eject icon within iTunes or the Disk utility app. C'est la vie, eh?
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I tried on my Mac, then Windows virtual on my Mac, then windows 10 laptop, and iPad, but the only thing that happens is whining sounds of a spinning drive. Can’t see drive in directory of any machine which means there is no way for me to eject the disk I have in there. Well, there is if I rip the unit apart but I’m expecting a refund on this because it’s going back but I can’t send it back damaged and with my personal photos I won’t get back. So feeling stuck here.
I wish I would have looked before I ordered because as I did my research on how to get this resolved, I learned that many others have had the same experience. It worked once or twice for them and then stopped working. Had I known before I wouldn’t have purchased it because I have to return it now - with my disk still inside. Sucks!
I can’t recommend this product at all. It was toast within the first 15 minutes of use. It looked so promising though and I’m really disappointed. I can’t even give it 1 star because how can you give a star to something that’s doesn’t work? But this comment requires at least 1 Star to submit review but my real rating is Zero.
There is a con: this drive doesn't detect some DVD writeable discs and if you're trying to read an incompatible DVD on Mac, the DVD drive gets caught in an infinite loop of trying to read the disc over-and-over again and you can't eject the disc through your Mac's software controls. And just like the real Mac Superdrive, there's no physical eject button. The various Superdrive fixes for this issue, like "drutil eject" or holding down left mouse or trackpad while rebooting to eject - doesn't work for this drive so to fix this, I had to plug the drive into my Windows laptop and only then was I able to eject the disc from Windows. Aside from this, it's a nice DVD drive to use to install software, or watch movies on your Macbook. The hard shell carrying case is nice and a Type C to USB adaptor is included.


























