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product_id: 265502988
title: "Apple USB SuperDrive"
brand: "apple"
price: "€ 5.56"
currency: EUR
in_stock: false
url: https://www.desertcart.de/products/265502988-apple-usb-superdrive
store_origin: DE
region: Germany
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# USB powered Compact design Plays & burns discs Apple USB SuperDrive

**Brand:** apple
**Price:** € 5.56
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 📦 Your media, redefined—compact, powerful, and always ready!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Apple USB SuperDrive by apple
- **How much does it cost?** € 5.56 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
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## Best For

- apple enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted apple brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Sleek & Portable:** Take your media anywhere with this ultra-compact design.
- • **Stylish Aesthetic:** Elevate your workspace with this elegant addition.
- • **High-Speed Performance:** Experience fast data transfer and reliable playback.
- • **Plug & Play Convenience:** No software installation needed—just plug in and go!
- • **Versatile Compatibility:** Works seamlessly with MacBook and other USB-C devices.

## Overview

The Apple USB SuperDrive is a sleek and compact optical drive that allows you to play and burn CDs and DVDs effortlessly. Designed for portability and ease of use, it connects via USB and is compatible with a range of Mac devices, making it the perfect accessory for professionals on the go.

## Description

Full description not available

## Features

- The sleek, compact USB SuperDrive.Everything you need in an optical drive.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B008AL9VXI |
| Batteries | 1 A batteries required. |
| Brand | Apple |
| Color | Silver |
| Computer Memory Type | DDR3 SDRAM |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (5,044) |
| Date First Available | June 12, 2012 |
| Flash Memory Size | 8 GB |
| Hard Drive | Usb |
| Hard Drive Interface | USB 1.1 |
| Hardware Platform | Mac |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 7.01 x 6.46 x 1.3 inches |
| Item Weight | 1.06 pounds |
| Item model number | MD564ZM/A |
| Manufacturer | Apple |
| Number of Processors | 1 |
| Number of USB 2.0 Ports | 1 |
| Product Dimensions | 7.01 x 6.46 x 1.3 inches |

## Product Details

- **Digital storage capacity:** 1000 GB
- **Hard disk interface:** USB 1.1
- **Connectivity technology:** USB
- **Brand:** Apple
- **Special features:** Compact
- **Hard disk description:** Solid State Drive
- **Compatible devices:** Laptop, Desktop
- **Installation type:** External Hard Drive
- **Colour:** Silver
- **Specific uses for product:** Personal

## Images

![Apple USB SuperDrive - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/31HcVDWKhcL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: does it work with all imac**
A: Officially, it only works with Macs (iMac, Macbook Pro, and Macbook Air) that did not come with a built-in super drive. However, you can get it to work by following these instructions: http://www.hardturm.ch/luz/2011/10/how-to-make-the-macbook-air-superdrive-work-with-any-mac/.

**Q: Can I use this to transfer my music cd's to my Imac?**
A: THIS IS A WORK AROUND FOR THOSE OF YOU WHO LOST THEIR INTERNAL SUPERDRIVE! EVEN IF YOU HAVE MAVERICK'STRUST ME, IT WORKS! Mine has worked fine with my 17" MacBook Pro since this SuperDrive came out in 2012! It is now 2014! I SEE NO REASON AT ALL WHY IT WILL NOT WORK ON AN iMAC with an Intel processor!I wrote a review about this! So, I will repeat it again:Go to "Applications" and click "Terminal"Copy and paste the following line of code into Terminal pop up window: sudo nvram boot-args="mbasd=1"Close all Apps if you like.Restart your computer.Plug in the USB Superdrive OR unplug it and plug it back in. THIS THING IS AS QUIET AS A MOUSE! SERIOUSLY!Go to iTunes blank CD-R in hand choose a play list to burn.NOTE: You might need to choose which Superdrive to use if you have one already. I did not have one in my 17" MBP. I took it out and replaced it with an Optibay that includes another OWC 480GB SSD. Yes, I have TWO OWC 480GB SSD's in my 17" MBP. THIS THING FLIES!I was using a different burner but I wanted the look of the new Apple USB Superdrive. It told me the other one I was using is not available. "Would you like to use..." THE NEW ONE! Of course I said "YES!"IT WORKS!THANK GOD NO RETURN TO AMAZON IS REQUIRED!IT WORKS! I TELL YOU, IT WORKS!TRUST ME, IT WORKS!NO TRICKS! NO GIMMICKS! IT WORKS!

**Q: I wanted to watch blu-ray dvd's on my iPad.  Looks like that's not possible with the Superdrive.  Anybody know if/how that can be done?**
A: ME Technologies sells a USB Super-BluDrive for $79, which includes software that can play Blu-ray movies.  There are also two softwares. One is Aurora Software's Blu-ray Player for $30 android the other is Macgo's Mac Blu-ray Player for $60.  Mac Blu-ray is due for a 3.0 update.  Both are pretty much the same.  Check out their reviews online.

**Q: Got superdrive from Amazon,plugged USB into my MacBook Pro 13" screen. Discs will not insert completely;they push out like rubber band is pushing them**
A: Note to MacBook Pro users - this drive will only work with MacBook Pros that originally came with no internal SuperDrive - if your MacBook Pro originally came with a SuperDrive and it's died and you're hoping to replace it it with USB version, be forewarned that it will not work...the computer will not recognize the drive.  In your case, the reason you can't insert the CD all the way is the drive is not receiving power from the computer...try unplugging the drive from the USB port and you'll see the CD does the same thing when you try to stick it into the drive.

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*Last updated: 2026-02-21*