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  • Front. Apple - SuperDrive 8x External USB Double-Layer DVD±RW/CD-RW Drive - Silver.

Apple - SuperDrive 8x External USB Double-Layer DVD±RW/CD-RW Drive - Silver

Model:
MD564LL/A
SKU:
5856129
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Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars with 9865 reviews

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    Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars

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96%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers are positive about the SuperDrive 8x External USB Double-Layer DVD±RW/CD-RW Drive's ease of use, USB connectivity, and compact size. Many appreciate its compatibility with various systems and its performance in burning and reading discs. However, some customers find the price to be a bit high. A minor drawback mentioned is the lack of a physical eject button and a short power cord.

This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.

The vast majority of our reviews come from verified purchases. Reviews from customers may include My Best Buy members, employees, and Tech Insider Network members (as tagged). Select reviewers may receive discounted products, promotional considerations or entries into drawings for honest, helpful reviews.
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  • Affordable CD-RW drive.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I have a MacBook Air which doesn't come with a disk drive. I purchased this external one for it and it works great.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • I haven't used it yet. Sorry.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Sorry, but I haven't had the time to use it yet, but I'm sure I will soon. As far as I know at this point, I like it very well!

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Great, affordable & alternative…...

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    If you don't have another Mac to share the CD-Rom and you specifically need a CD-Rom while on the road, this is a must to have.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Works like a charm

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This works great it's not bulky it burns fast it the best one out there you can't go wrong I highly recommend this product

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • needed help

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Gentleman knew exactly what I wanted He sold me a external USB drive and a CD

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Apple - SuperDrive 8x External USB Double-Layer DV

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    Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Apple - SuperDrive 8x External USB Double-Layer DVD±RW/CD-RW Drive - Silver. This apple product is of the highest quality. I will recommend it to my friends.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Sleek and efficient.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    While I was disappointed when Apple removed the optical drive from the iMac I was pleased to discover this low cost alternative.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Great DVD reader writer

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great DVD reader writerwhat can I say it's an Apple product it's terrific works great fast on my MacBook Pro terrific

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Great external drive

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This unit is compact, appears to be of good quality and matches the Mac system purchased.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Works perfectly

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Backups are automatic, no problem in doing backups, no need for manual operation. Data accesable as needed.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • compact design

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works fine and no problems so far. A longer power cord would be nice to move it further out of the way from the mouse

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Price

    Overpriced

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    My wife wanted the Apple brand because it "matched" her computer. Not necessary to spend the extra $...just get another brand.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend

  • Fast reader

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Real simple. Real easy. Works great. It really can not get any easier to use or to set up.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Copied family videos

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    Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This worked great for copying family videos for the recent reunion.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Love it so far

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Love it so far. Bought an off brand originally for my sons laptop and ended up bringing it back and got this one instead.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • It is a Super drive

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I love this gadget,it does everything I need.Plays movies and burnd cd and dvd r.What more could anyone need.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Great Add-on

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great add-on and worth the price. I used to burn my music to iTunes without any issues.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Drive

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I prefer and continue to use apple products. I recently purchased my laptop

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • At Your Service

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Didn’t know that this device existed but I am happy it does.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Works quickly

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Small and light weight. Returned because we found out we didn't need it. Got a similar LG version for 30 dollars less.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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