12 best apple external drive for macs

• The sleek, compact USB SuperDrive.
• Whether you’re at the office or on the road, you can play and burn both CDs and DVDs with the Apple USB SuperDrive. It’s perfect when you want to watch a DVD movie, install software, create backup discs, and more.
• Only slightly bigger than a CD case, the Apple USB SuperDrive 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.
• You’ll never have to worry about lost cables with the Apple USB SuperDrive. It connects to your Mac* with a single USB Type-A cable that’s built into the SuperDrive. There’s no separate power adapter, and it works whether your Mac is plugged in or running on battery power.
• The Apple USB SuperDrive is compatible with Mac models from 2008 and later that don't have a built-in optical drive.
• MacBook, MacBook Air, and MacBook Pro models with USB-C ports require a USB-C to USB adapter (sold separately) to use Apple USB SuperDrive
• Connections: USB-A

User questions & answers

Question:	Will this drive play both region 1 and region 2 DVDs
Answer:	This drive WILL play both region 1 and region 2 DVDs. You have the option to change which region you would like to play in settings after inserting the DVD.
Question:	Will this superdrive burn dual layer dvd's? thank you
Answer:	Yes. Here are the tech specs does both +, and - DL disc.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)
Question:	I have a 2010 mac mini that has a optical drive that is now not functional. according to dealers above, apple sd will not work on this model
Answer:	I have an iMac 27-inch, Mid 2010 with a non-functional internal optical drive, and the superdrive works flawlessly.
Question:	What is the technical differences between the superdrive md564zm/a and superdrive md564ll/a
Answer:	M. Wells,There is no technical difference as it is the same model. The difference in the part number is for the difference in the target country. LL/A designation is for the United States. The ZM/A designation is for China.Regards,

• 【WIDE COMPATIBLE SYSTEM】- Compatible with Windows 98 / SE / ME / 2000 / XP / Vista / Windows7/ 8/ 10/ MAC OS. Specially designed for MacBook, Ultrabook, Laptop or PC without internal drive. NOTE: NOT compatible with Blu-ray Discs.
• 【PLUG AND PLAY】- No driver and external power required, powered by the USB& USB C port. It's easy to use as the shot-in design, no eject button.
• 【UNIQUE INTELLIGENT TECHNOLOGY】- Embedded cable design, made with premium wire drawing material of shockproofing, low noise, anti-interference and high durability. works well in burning, writing and reading.
• 【ULTRATHIN &PORTABLE】- Ultra-slim portable DVD drive, lightweight, you can put it in the travelling bag or on your desk, which only needs a little space. Really Very Conveniently!
• 【WHAT YOU GET】-If you have any problems with our product or service, please contact us and we promise to resolve the issue within 24 hours.

User questions & answers

Question:	can i use this to play a cd game like sims on a 2020 macbook air
Answer:	Yes , you can. This dvd drive can record it.
Question:	I have a 2011 mac book . the cd drive no longer works. will this work with my mac
Answer:	Hello, this dvd/cd drive also can write dvd+&-r, thank you for your attention.
Question:	Is it working for acer laptop
Answer:	No matter which brand of laptop, as long as it is Windows basis computer can be supported.
Question:	Will it work with a Mac Pro 12 with a usb-c adapter
Answer:	Sorry, it does not work try a better one

Product features

VersionTECH. Ultra Slim USB& Type C External DVD Drive Burner

The VersionTECH. Ultra-Slim USB C Type-C External Slot in USB SATA CD DVD Drive / CD Burner is special designed for the apple Macbook, Macbook Pro, Macbook Air or other PC/ Laptop with USB port, no enjact button designed, powered by sigal USB port from your PC/ Laptop, plug and play, full compatible with MAC or Windows os, no need to install any driver program. It is convenience for you to playing music, movies or install software with this usb external DVD drive, or copy / burning music from your laptop to a CD disc.

Wide Compatibility External DVD CD Drive

Troubleshootings

More Details of the External DVD CD Drive

Please note that the external CD DVD Drive isn't compatible with Smartphone/ Cellphone/ Tablet/ Car/ TV/ Projector.

Product description

The My Passport Ultra is trusted, portable storage in a design that brilliantly pairs metal and matte finishes to create a sophisticated style. It has plenty of space to store all the content you love. Social media and cloud storage import, WD Backup software and password protection help keep all your memories safe and secure. Easy to use, just plug it in to start saving and backing up.

• USB-C ready, USB 3.0 compatible
• Innovative style with refined metal cover
• Password protection with 256-bit AES hardware encryption
• Formatted for Mac
• 3-year manufacturer's limited warranty

Product features

USB-C ready, USB 3.0 compatible

Featuring the latest in USB-C technology, the My Passport Ultra for Mac portable drive delivers quick and easy storage for your Mac, while the included USB-3.0 adapter makes sure it’s compatible with older machines.

Innovative Style and Function

Fusing modern anodized metal and textures, the My Passport Ultra for Mac portable drive matches your personal style and the latest Mac computers.

Product description

Every journey needs a passport. The My Passport for Mac drive is trusted, portable storage that perfectly complements your on-the-go lifestyle. Compatible with USB-C and USB-A, the My Passport for Mac drive comes equipped to connect with today's latest technology. With a new, stylish design that fits in the palm of your hand, there's space to store, organize, and share all the photos, videos, music and documents that fill your life. Perfectly paired with Apple's time Machine backup software and password protection, the My Passport for Mac drive helps keep your files safe and your life Driving forward. Compatibility macOS 10.13+ , May require reformatting for other operating systems and Compatibility may vary depending on user’s hardware configuration and operating system.

• Designed for Mac and Time Machine ready
• USB-C and USB-A compatible
• Password protection + 256-bit AES hardware encryption
• WD Discovery software for WD Backup, password protection and drive management
• SuperSpeed USB port; USB 2.0 compatible

Product features

Genius Compatible

My Passport for Mac portable storage works straight out of the box with Mac devices which makes it easy to keep you moving on your journey. Simply drag and drop files to and from, or setup a backup routine with Apple’s Time Machine software to help protect the contents of your digital life.

Plays Nicely

The My Passport for Mac drive includes USB-C and USB-A cables, so you can save tomorrow's content with the Mac computers of both today and yesterday.

Product description

About Our Product

Currently, it's the best way to get an external DVD RW Burner, if your slim laptop or desktop has no internal DVD drive. Not need any additional software and extra power supply, plug and play. High-speed USB 3.0 CD DVD RW Burner with low impedance and anti-interference ability, bringing you smooth and fast experience for watching movies, listening to music, installing softwares or system, burning discs. Portable Compact Design:Slim, lightweight, shock-resistant design, and just slips easily into your travel bag.



Emergency Eject Hole.

Powered by only one USB 3.0 connector, no need extra power cable, faster speed bring you better experience than old USB 2.0 drive. Just plug in computer, it will be recognized automatically within seconds, then you can press pop-up button, put in disc and enjoy movies, music, burn discs or install software/system, etc.



Tips

♦ This is a universal CD/DVD drive burner, not a Blu-ray drive, can not play Blu ray discs.

♦ Please connect the laptop external power supply when you use this external optical drive.

♦ Because of the limitations of the Chrome OS, this external optical drive can not work with Chrome OS and Chromebook.

♦ This protable CD/DVD drive can not work with TV, car, smartphone.

♦ Before you using the External CD/DVD Drive, please make sure your computer has a "Media Player''.

♦ If you find the External CD/DVD Drive start out a little slow, please wait for 5-10 seconds.

♦ Windows 10 system is advised to install VLC Media player to play DVD and CD. We suggested that you download the 3.0 drive for windows 10, then it will work. For the desktop, please connect the device to the USB port of the motherboard for normal use.

♦ If your windows 10 start up delay, please connect both USB 3.0 data cable and power supply cable to make sure it has enough power.

• 📀【High Writing and Reading Speed】 Max 8x DVDR Write Speed and Max 24x CD Write Speed provide high writing and reading speed
• 📀【Wide Compatible】This external dvd cd drive is compatible with Windows 98 / SE / ME / 2000 / XP / Vista / Windows 10/8/7,Mac ios(ios 8.6 to 10.14). And perfect for PC, Laptop, Comprehensive Computer, Internal PC hard disk reader
• 📀【Plug and Play Technology】Powered by USB port so just plug it into your USB port and the DVD driver will be detected. Don’t need to install software to set up driver
• 📀【Advanced USB3.0 Technology】 USB 3.0 provides fast data transfer speed and stable performance to record CD/ music/ videos/ install software or create CD/DVD backup disc ( also compatible with USB2.0)
• 📀【Ingenious Design】 This ultra-slim CD/DVD player for laptops equipped with an eject button so that you needn't worry about your disc getting stuck inside this external CD/DVD drive. Besides, the copper mesh technology of this external component, you can be rest assured of stable data transmission

User questions & answers

Question:	will this play dvd's on a Dell i5 8gen touchscreen laptop
Answer:	If your laptop has a USB port, yes.
Question:	Can i use this on a acer chromebook laptop
Answer:	I don't know, I use a Microsoft based system. My understanding is that Chromebook is a cloud based storage system, you'll have to do some research.
Question:	Can I put my Hallmark card maker dvd in and then print from it
Answer:	Yes , this neat little unit rips photo CD's like a champ , rips mucic cd's, and DVD's , plays movies , as well as yes , you can put your hallmark cd into it and it will work.
Question:	If i hook this up in my vehicle can i use it like a cd player and listen to music
Answer:	Product Description states: '♦ This protable CD/DVD drive can not work with TV, car, smartphone.'

• 【WIDE COMPATIBILITY】✈The drive works with Windows 98 / SE / ME / 2000 / XP / Vista / Windows 10/8/7, all Version MAC OS. Specially designed for Apple Samsung ASUS HP Dell Sony Acer and other Macbook, Ultrabook, Netbook or Laptop PC without drive hardware.NOTE: NOT compatible with Blu-ray Discs.
• 【PLUG ＆ PLAY】✈It is Powered by the USB port, no eject button, slot-loading; No driver program or extra power supply required. NOTE: Blank cd is unformatted, please download a software-NERO and finish the setting before burning.
• 【ULTRTHIN DESIGN】✈Ultra-slim portable DVD drive, lightweight, it’s convenient to use and carry whether at home or travelling, which only needs a little space in your bag. Product Dimensions: 7.2 x 7.1 x 1.3 inches.
• 【INTELLIGENT TECHNOLOGY】✈Embedded cable design, made with premium wire drawing material of shockproof, low noise, anti-interference and high durability. works well in burning, writing and reading.
• 『MULTIFUNCTIONAL OPTICAL DRIVE』✈Adopted intelligent burning technology, you can read/write/burn your disc or Interrupt recording at your ease. Pop-up button and disc tray design makes it convenient to read or write discs.

User questions & answers

Question:	does it work with an imac desktop
Answer:	Same thing happened to me. I tried to connect it to 2 different MacBook Pro laptops and the device kept making grinding noises, unable to read the dvd. The dvd was stuck for over 20 minutes and I kept tapping the top of the device (as instructed) before it finally ejected the disc. Neither MacBook was compatible with this device. Waste of time and money. :(
Question:	I have the latest version of the MacBook Air, will this work for playing movies and cds? Is there an eject button? I couldn't see one in the pictures
Answer:	I had the SAME question, and given that the Manufacturer said "No"... They should tell Amazon, so it isn't listed under BLU-RAY Players.
Question:	Drive is not recognized by macbook. disc is stuck in drive. how to get it out, and how to get drive to work
Answer:	Dear Buyer, Sorry, we don't have 2 femle 3.5mm audio cable. If you have any other question, please feel free to contact back. CableCreation Support Team
Question:	Does it play blu rays
Answer:	Hello,the outer diameter of the cable is 3.0 mm,thanks.

Product features

Specifications:

Writing Speed : 8X Speed +R 4.7GB; 8X Speed +R(DL); 6X Speed +RW 4.7GB; 24X Speed CD-R; 16X Speed CD-RW

Reading Speed: 24X Speed CD-ROM Reading; Buffer Under Run Protection

Support USB2.0 (480Mb/sec), fully backward compatible with USB1.1 (12Mb/sec).

Interface Design:

Embedded cable design, made with premium wire drawing material of shockproof, low noise, anti-interference and high durability. works well in burning, writing and reading.

Ultra& Portable

Ultra-slim portable DVD drive, lightweight, it’s convenient to use and carry whether at home or travelling, which only needs a little space in your bag. Product Dimensions: 7.2 x 7.1 x 1.3 inches.

What's Included:

1 x USB External Slot in Drive for Macbook

1 x USB C Interface

1 x User Manual

• 【No Extra Driver Required】Just plug in the USB-A or USB-C port on the motherboard of computer or a self-powered USB hub, it will be recognized automatically by your laptop, then it will allow you to watch DVD movies, burn music, install software & game, data backup, etc. through the corresponding software (such as VLC player, PowerDVD, etc.)
• 【USB 3.0 & USB-C】Classic ultra-thin design with faster USB 3.0 and USB Type-C adapter makes it easier to carry and use on different laptops, plug and play, no matter you are at home/ school/ office/ travel, etc. The USB connector is built with the optical drive, no worry about losing the cable.
• 【High-Quality Performance】100% durable brand new DVD loader with strong error-correcting, low impedance, and anti-interference ability, bring you a fast and smooth experience.
• 【Wide Compatibility】 (Disk) CD-ROM, CD-R, CD+/-RW, DVD-ROM, DVD-R, DVD+/-RW, DVD-R DL, VCD discs; (System) All versions of Mac OS, Linux, and Windows 10, 8.1, 7, XP, Vista; (Computer) Most brands of Windows laptops and Apple iMac / Macbook series.
• 【Worry-free Shopping】5-years of experience in optical drives allow us to have the ability to provide you with premium quality products and professional support services. If you have any questions before or after purchase, please feel free to reach out to us on Amazon or Google, 100% satisfaction guarantee!

Product features

USB 3.0 + USB-C Adapter

Come with USB 3.0 female to USB-C male adapter, it allows you to use this USB 3.0 external CD/DVD drive burner on your MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, iMac, as well as most Windows laptops. (Backward compatible with USB 2.0)

Max Speed: CD-ROM: 24X / CD-R: 24X / CD-RW: 8X / DVD-ROM: 8X / DVD-R: 8X / DVD+R: 8X / DVD-RW: 8X / DVD+RW: 8X / DVD+R DL: 4X / DVD-R DL: 4X / DVD RAM 3X

Not Only Mac OS

This external CD/DVD drive is designed for Mac OS computer, however it also supports Windows and Linux laptops.

* Do not work with Chromebook, and TV, car, smartphone

Multifunction

It's not only a CD/DVD-Rom, you can also use it to write, rewrite or rip CDs and DVDs through the corresponding software.

* Please make sure your computer has available media software or burning software

Plug and Play

No extra driver program is required, just plug it into USB 3.0 or 2.0 port, it will be installed automatically, then you can see this external device and use it to read and write disc through the corresponding software.

Classic Design

Slim and lightweight external optical drive with integrated USB connector makes it easy to use and store, don't worry about data line loss.

The length of the cable is about 27 cm/ 10.6 inches.

Note: Please plug in USB port on computer or use a self-powered USB hub.

Pop-up Button & Easy to Use

Just press the button on the front panel of the DVD drive and the tray will automatically pop up a distance (about 0.7-2 inches), then you can put in the disc and play by the corresponding software.

You can also press the button to stop playback and eject the tray.

Powerful Performance

100% new upgraded DVD loader with faster speed, low impedance & anti-interference ability, bring you fast and more smooth experience.

Note: Please ensure that the CD is securely fixed before closing the tray.

Non-slip Rubber Pad

Practical non-slip pads prevent the external CD/DVD drive from sliding during use.

Note: Please keep your CD/DVD drive flat when using it.

• 【Easy to Use】No extra driver required, just plug external CD/DVD drive/burner into the USB 3.0, USB 2.0, or USB-C port, it will install the driver and be recognized by your computer automatically, then you can use it to enjoy movie, music, burn/rip discs, install software/system, back up data through available media player software or burning software.
• 【Designed for Most Computers】Upgraded USB 3.0 and USB-C two kinds of connector allows us to use this premium external CD/DVD RW drive on most laptops and desktop computers including Apple MacBook Pro/Air, iMac and Dell, HP, Lenovo, Thinkpad, Sony, Samsung, Asus, Acer computer. Compatible with Windows 10/ 8.1/ 7/ XP, Linux, and all versions of Mac OS. (NOTE: DO NOT support Chromebook, TV, iPad, Truck and Car)
• 【Portable & Reliable Assistant】Premium portable CD/DVD drive with thicker protective storage carrying case, bringing us rich audio-visual entertainment, efficient office and learning at any time anywhere, no matter daily use, study, office work or during a trip. 100% new loader with strong error-correcting, low impedance, and anti-interference ability, support CD-ROM, CD-R, CD +/-RW, DVD-ROM, DVD-R, DVD+/-RW, DVD-R DL, VCD-ROM discs
• 【No Power Shortage Issues Anymore】Come with a power cable, although most laptops do not need it, some customers still report that some 13" and below ultra-thin notebooks (such as Microsoft Surface Pro, Yoga, HP Envy) have no sufficient power for similar big external devices, so we prepare this extra power cable, you can connect it to a power adapter or another USB port to get extra power.
• 【Worry-free Shopping】5-years of experience in optical drives allows us to have the ability to provide you with premium quality products and professional support services. Please contact us if you have any questions, 100% satisfaction guarantee!

Product features

Plug and Play

No extra driver program is required, just plug this CD/DVD drive directly into the USB 3.0, USB 2.0 or USB-C port on your computer, it will automatically install and be recognized by your computer, then you can use it to read or write your CD or DVD discs through the corresponding software.

* This is just a common question if your computer cannot recognize the optical drive, we will assist you to fix it easily.

Wide Compatibility

Compatible with Windows 10 / 8 / 7 / Vista / XP, Linux and all versions of Mac OS. Ideal for Apple MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, iMac, Dell, HP, Lenovo, Thinkpad, Sony, Samsung, Asus, Acer and more PCs.

* Do not support Chromebook and Ubuntu system, TV, car, truck, iPad, iPhone, and Android phone, Blu-ray, 3D, 4K discs.

What you can use it for?

This external CD/DVD RW Drive allows us to play movies DVDs, music CDs, burn and rip discs, install software/games/system, backup data and more.

* Please make sure your computer has available media software or burning software e.g. VLC player, Nero, etc.

* Please must set region code to #1 to play USA discs.

Better Protection

Portable slim external CD/DVD drive with thicker protective carrying case, allows us to carry and use this portable external CD/DVD drive anytime, anywhere no matter you are at home, in the office, or during a trip, no worry about bumps, scratches, drops, and dents accidentally.

* Approximate size: 14.6*14.9*1.7 cm ( 5.74* 5.86* 0.67 inch)

USB 3.0 & USB-C 2-IN-1 Connector

Excellent compact design allows the USB 3.0 and USB-C cable to be hidden on the back of this slim CD/DVD drive, eliminating the cumbersome plugging and unplugging, and no worry the loss of the cable anymore. You can easily take out the data cable when using it and organize it when not in use.

Faster USB 3.0 and USB Type-C 2-in-1 connector make it easier to use this device on most new and older laptops and desktop computer, no USB hub/adapter required.

* The length of the cable is about 25 cm/ 9.8 inches.

Powerful Performance

100% brand-new upgraded DVD loader with faster speed, low impedance & anti-interference ability, bring you a fast and more smooth experience.

* Max Speed: CD-ROM: 24X / CD-R: 24X / CD-RW: 8X / DVD-ROM: 8X / DVD-R: 8X / DVD+R: 8X / DVD-RW: 8X / DVD+RW: 8X / DVD+R DL: 4X / DVD-R DL: 4X / DVD RAM 3X

* Data transfer speed is also affected by computer and system environment.

* Please keep your CD/DVD drive flat and ensure that your disc is securely fixed on the tray.

Say Goodbye to Power Shortage

Come with a power supply cable that can supply enough power to get rid of the trouble of shortage power on some ultrathin laptops such as 11" MacBook Air, 13” MacBook Pro, Surface Pro, Lenovo Yoga, HP Envy 13 and more.

* If your computer can provide enough power through the USB 3.0 or USB-C data cable, you do not need to use this power supply cable.

* You can plug the power supply cable into another USB port on your laptop or a USB phone power adapter.

You can use the USB port on the front panel of desktop PC

Due to design limitations, the length of the data cable may not be enough. You can use the USB port on the front panel of the desktop and connect the power cable that we provide to increase the power.

* You can also use an extension cable to connect to the USB port on the rear panel if you do not want to use the USB port on the front panel.

* If any USB port can provide enough power for this CD/DVD drive, you do not need to use the power cord.

Product description

About Our Product

Currently, it's the best way to get an external dvd rw Burner, if your slim laptop or desktop has no internal dvd drive. Not need any additional software and extra power supply, plug and play. High-speed usb 3.0 cd dvd rw Burner with low impedance and anti-interference ability, bringing you smooth and fast experience for watching movies, listening to music, installing softwares or system, burning discs.

Portable Compact Design:Slim, lightweight, shock-resistant design, and just slips easily into your travel bag.

Emergency Eject Hole.

Powered by only one usb 3.0 connector, no need extra power cable, faster speed bring you better experience than old usb 2.0 drive.

Just plug in computer, it will be recognized automatically within seconds, then you can press pop-up button, put in disc and enjoy movies, music, burn discs or install software/system, etc.



Tips

♦ This is a universal cd/dvd drive burner, not a Blu-ray drive, can not play Blu ray discs.

♦ Please connect the laptop external power supply when you use this external optical drive.

♦ Because of the limitations of the Chrome os, this external optical drive can not work with Chrome os and Chromebook.

♦ This protable cd/dvd drive can not work with tv, car, smartphone.

♦ Before you using the External cd/dvd Drive, please make sure your computer has a "Media Player.

♦ If you find the External cd/dvd Drive start out a little slow, please wait for 5-10 seconds.

♦ Windows 10 system is advised to install vlc Media player to play dvd and cd. We suggested that you download the 3.0 drive for windows 10, then it will work. For the desktop, please connect the device to the usb port of the motherboard for normal use.

♦ If your windows 10 start up delay, please connect both usb 3.0 data cable and power supply cable to make sure it has enough power.

• 【High Writing & Reading Speed】 Max 8x DVDR Write Speed and Max 24x CD Write Speed provide high writing and reading speed
• 【Wide Compatible】Compatible with Windows 98 / SE / ME / 2000 / XP / Vista / Windows 10/8/7,Mac ios(ios 8.6-10.14). And perfect for PC, Laptop, Comprehensive Computer, Internal PC hard disk reader
• 【Plug & Play Technology】Powered by USB port so just plug it into your USB port and the DVD driver will be detected. Don’t need to install software to set up driver
• 【Advanced USB3.0 Technology】 USB 3.0 provides fast data transfer speed and stable performance to record CD/ music/ videos/ install software or create CD/DVD backup disc ( also compatible with USB2.0)
• 【Ingenious Design】 This ultra-slim CD/DVD player for laptops equipped with an eject button so that you needn't worry about your disc getting stuck inside this external CD/DVD drive. Besides, the copper mesh technology of this external component, you can be rest assured of stable data transmission

User questions & answers

Question:	Is this product compatible with newest mac os 10.15 catalina? or only up to older mac os 10.14 mojave
Answer:	Manual that came with the product lists mac 10.0S as compatable.
Question:	Sive para Windows
Answer:	Si
Question:	does this item play dvds or do i have to buy a program, one rev. states that it plays another says windows media player no longer supports
Answer:	Yes. It plays DVD. All you have to do is connect to your computer and hit play. I just bought a laptop that has windows 10. No problem
Question:	Can it play music from CD
Answer:	Yes for sure, i just bought it, plugged it in, ripped music and played Cd's-no problems!

Product description

LaCie Rugged USB C is a powerful, trusted external hard drive for Mac and Windows computers. Quickly and easily connect to the latest laptops and PCs using Rugged’s reversible USB C cable—or the included USB 3.0 adapter for legacy USB 3.0 devices. Enjoy a high speed USB C 5Gb/s interface and confidently tackle any terrain with drop, crush, and rain resistance. Plus—take advantage of a complimentary one month membership to the Adobe Creative Cloud All Apps Plan for access to awesome photo and video editing apps; It even includes two year limited warranty protection plan and Rescue Data Recovery services for long term peace of mind.

• Quickly and easily connect to the latest Windows and Mac computers with Rugged’s reversible USB-C cable, or legacy computers using the included USB 3.0 adapter
• Enjoy fast USB-C 130MB/s file transfers, backups, and image browsing
• Confidently tackle any terrain with drop, crush, and rain resistance
• Take advantage of a complimentary one-month membership to the Adobe Creative Cloud All Apps Plan for access to awesome photo and video editing apps
• Enjoy long-term peace of mind with an included two-year limited warranty protection plan and Rescue Data Recovery services

User questions & answers

Question:	Will this work with older macbook air models. i have an early 2014 mojave
Answer:	This LaCie Drive works best with select MacBook models 2015-current. The operating system required to use this drive must be OS X v10.5 or later. We hope this helps answer any compatibility questions you may have.
Question:	Can I use a usbc to usb
Answer:	A USB 3.0 cable is included with the drive, and that can be connected to a USB 2.0 port on the computer, but that will of course greatly reduce performance if you choose to do so.
Question:	can i have a new macbook pro. can i get either the thunderbolt usb-c or the usb-c
Answer:	A USB-C hard drive is compatible with Thunderbolt 3 ports on a Mac, so this will work. Also works of course with USB-C ports, and older USB 3.0 ports using supplied cable.
Question:	How does usbc differ from the thunderbolt usb-c option? i see thunderbolt usbc is more expensive
Answer:	USB-C and Thunderbolt 3 share the same physical connection type (USB-C). USB-C devices can be connected to Thunderbolt 3 ports, as TB3 supports USB-C devices. However, TB3 drives cannot be connected to USB-C ports on computer. So, this USB-C drive will connect to USB-C ports, Thunderbolt 3 ports, or using included cable, USB 3.0/2.0 ports.
Question:	Can I take the hard drive out and use it as a regular desktop hard drive
Answer:	I’ve done this with about 30+ 2tb, 4tb, and 8tb drives over the years- converting an external to an internal- and they are all still running fine to this day. Usually $30-40 cheaper than the internal and you get a free usb cable to boot. Just make sure you don’t hurt your hands while doing it. Twisting a flathead screw driver in the seams seemed like the way to go if I recall. They don’t make the cases easy to open. For someone below: Don’t use these for RAID. NAS rated drives are different because they handle higher heat, able to run 24/7 with cross checks, etc. read more about what makes the iron version a NAS approved drive compared to the standard barracuda.
Question:	will it work with a mac for time machine
Answer:	Just reformatted the external hard drive using Disk Utility. Works for Mac :) Im not a tech savvy person, so I found this website to be useful when selecting what option to select when erasing the hard drive. https://discussions.apple.com/thread/4276140?start=0&tstart=0I chose to use Journaled as I am using this for a Time Machine back up, like Matthew Chellew suggests in the first answer.
Question:	Does it work well with an Xbox One
Answer:	Like a charm, exactly what I purchased it for. Plug into any of the three ports (all 3 of the original XBox One ports are 3.0) and give it a minute. The XBox will recognize it and you have to choose for storage or media. Choose storage for games and you are up and running. Do be aware that this HDD does require its own power supply. I was transferring games within 5 minutes. FWIW within half an hour there was a power outage in the middle of a transfer and the external drive, the XBox One and the data are were ok when power came back on. If a data transfer is interrupted for any reason simply delete the failed portion on the destination drive and start the process over.
Question:	What is the diference between Seagate 5TB usb 3 model numbers STEB5000100, STBV5000100 and STDT
Answer:	The STBV is the older "Expansion" model with a lightly textured plastic case and slightly sloped front bezel. Sold only in North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific with a 1-year, 2-year, or 3-year warranty, respectively.The STEB is the replacement "Expansion" model for the above with a more interesting texture and feet on one edge to stand vertically. It is sold in North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific with a 1-year, 2-year, or 3-year warranty, respectively.The STDT is the "Backup Plus" model that looks like the STBV except with no sloped front and comes with backup software (on the disk) for both Windows and Mac OS, and includes 200GB of cloud storage with OneDrive for 2 years. It is sold in North America only with a 2-year warranty.The STDT comes in capacities of 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 8TB. The STEB and STBV go up to 5TB.They all use the same SuperSpeed USB 3.0 interface. I suspect the internal drives have small differences and firmware, but I can find no information about that.

Product features

What Does a PC Crave? Extra Space.

For a laptop or desktop overflowing with files, Expansion Desktop delivers loads of add-on capacity. Take advantage of quick transfers and backups with drag-and-drop ease to help protect thousands of photos, songs, and more in one trusty place.

What's Included

Expansion Desktop, 18-inch (45.72cm) USB 3.0 cable, 18W power adapter, Quick start guide

Meet the Rugged Side of USB-C

From urban jungles to backwood trails, Rugged USB-C is ready to survive and ready to connect. Fusing legendary toughness with USB-C, USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 compatibility, it works seamlessly with Mac and Windows alike. Fast transfers. Easy, reliable backups. It's all there.

• 【No Extra Driver Required】Just plug in the USB-A or USB-C port on the motherboard of the computer directly, it will be recognized automatically, then you can watch movies, burn/rip music, install software/games, backup data and more through the corresponding software (such as VLC player, PowerDVD, etc.)
• 【USB 3.0 and USB-C】Faster USB 3.0 and USB-C adapter make it easier to use this slim CD/DVD drive on most new or old computers. Plug and play, compatible with Windows 10/8/7/XP/Vista, Linux, all versions of Mac OS. Ideal for Apple Macbook Air/ MacBook Pro/ iMac/ Dell/ Hp/ Lenovo/ Sony/ Samsung/ Asus/ Acer and more computers.
• 【High-Quality Performance】100% durable brand new DVD loader with strong error-correcting, low impedance, and anti-interference ability, bring you a fast and smooth experience. Perfect for CD-ROM, CD-R, CD+/-RW, DVD-ROM, DVD+/-R, DVD+/-RW, DVD+R DL, VCD discs.
• 【Slim & Portable】 Ultra-slim design with a smooth aluminum body makes it easier to carry and use this portable CD/DVD drive at any time anywhere, no matter at home, school, in office, or on a trip.
• 【Worry-free Shopping】5-years of experience in optical drives allow us to have the ability to provide you with premium quality products and professional support services. If you have any questions before or after purchase, please feel free to reach out to us on Amazon or Google, 100% satisfaction guarantee!

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Wide Compatibility

Compatible with most laptops and desktops running Windows 10 / 8 / 7 / Vista, Linux and all versions of MAC OS. Ideal for Apple MacBook Air / MacBook Pro / iMac / Dell / HP / Lenovo / Sony / Samsung / Asus / Acer and more computers

* Do not work with Chromebook, and TV, car, smartphone

Multifunction

It's not only a CD/DVD-Rom, you can also use it to write, rewrite or rip CDs and DVDs through the corresponding software.

* Please make sure your computer has available media software or burning software

Faster USB 3.0

Powered and data transmission by USB 3.0 connector, this optical drive will bring you faster and more smooth experience.

Max Speed: CD-ROM: 24X / CD-R: 24X / CD-RW: 8X / DVD-ROM: 8X / DVD-R: 8X / DVD+R: 8X / DVD-RW: 8X / DVD+RW: 8X / DVD+R DL: 4X / DVD-R DL: 4X / DVD RAM 3X

Plug and Play

No extra driver program is required, just plug it into USB 3.0 or 2.0 port, it will be installed automatically, then you can see this external device and use it to read and write disc through the corresponding software.

Slim and Simple Design

No one wants to equip their thin and light notebooks with a clumsy external optical drive. This premium aluminum optical drive with a smooth surface and ultra-thin design, simple and beautiful, will not bring unnecessary burden to your life.

Universal USB3.0 interface, it's convenient for you to replace a longer or shorter cable.

Excellent Performance Movement

100% brand-new upgraded DVD loader with faster speed, low impedance & anti-interference ability, bring you a faster and more smooth experience.

Please keep your CD/DVD drive flat and ensure your CDs or DVDs inside is securely fixed.

Classic Pop-up Button & Easy to Use

Just press the button on the front panel of the DVD drive and the tray will automatically pop up a distance (about 0.7-2 inches), then you can put in the disc. You can also press the button to stop playback and eject the tray.

Protable

You can put this ultra-thin optical drive in a bag and use it anytime, anywhere, you may not even feel its existence.

Approximate size: 14.2*14.9*1.1 cm (5.59* 5.86* 0.43 inch)

Weight: 0.25 kg (0.55 lb)

Product description

The ASUS SDRW-08U9M-U combines elegance with functionality, with a Zen-inspired concentric-circle design that demonstrates the aesthetics of ASUS technology. The 13mm external DVD driver provides user-friendly connections for smooth data transmission and contains both USB 2. 0 and Type-C cables, supporting a variety of laptops for both Windows and Mac OS.

• 13mm for ultra slim and light
• Mac/PC Support
• Includes USB 2. 0 and Type-C cables
• Nero BackItUp function for Android Devices
• DISC Encryption II for password-controls and hidden-file functionality

User questions & answers

Question:	Can you burn photos from android to dvd
Answer:	Yes
Question:	Where is it made
Answer:	I know the company is original from Taiwan, They have manufacturing facilities in Taiwan, Mexico, China and Czech Republic. So it can be from one of those places
Question:	any issues with MacOS Catalina
Answer:	I use Mojave and Sierra and it works on both. I'm not familiar with the new Catalina but it should work since it's a MacOs...
Question:	Will i be able to read and burn cds and dvds using the usb 3.0 ports on my windows 10 laptop? i do not have 2.0 ports
Answer:	yes it will

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About us

ASUS is a Taiwan-based, multinational computer hardware and consumer electronics company that was established in 1989. Dedicated to creating products for today’s and tomorrow’s smart life. ASUS became widely known in North America when it revolutionized the PC industry in 2007 with its Eee PC. Today, the company is pioneering new mobile trends with the ASUS ZenFone series, and it is rapidly developing virtual and augmented reality products as well as IOT devices and robotics technologies. Most recently, ASUS introduced Zenbo, a smart home robot designed to provide assistance, entertainment, and companionship to families.