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Optical Drives For MacBook Pro

Optical drives allow your computer to read and interact with CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray discs. They used to be on practically every computer, but they're now uncommon on new PCs. If your computer doesn't have an optical drive, you can purchase an external optical drive. Browse the top-ranked list of optical drives for MacBook Pro below along with associated reviews and opinions.

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  1. Topteng - Type-C External BD Combo Drive – Read Blu-ray, DVD & CD, Touch Buttons, Write DVD/CD, Fit for PC & Mac - Silver

    SKU: J3R9F7YQQK

    Product Description

    A sleek silver Type-C external drive with touch buttons that reads Blu-ray, DVD, CD and writes DVD/CD.
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    Your price for this item is $62.99
  2. Topteng - Slot-in External DVD Drive with USB 3.0 & Type-C - Ultra Thin, Touch Eject, Aluminum for Mac & Windows Laptop

    SKU: J3R9F7Y6R7

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    An ultra-thin silver aluminum external DVD drive with USB 3.0 and Type-C, featuring touch eject.
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    Your price for this item is $36.99
  3. Topteng - Slim Portable External DVD Drive USB 3.0 - CD/DVD Burner Writer with Unique Design for Mac, Laptop, PC - Black

    SKU: J3R9F7Y6RV

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    A sleek black external DVD drive with USB 3.0, wide-format compatibility, and a unique textured design.
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    Your price for this item is $32.99
  4. AGPtek - External CD/DVD Drive for Laptop, PC, MacBook, Windows, Linux, USB 3.0 Slim DVD Burner with Ethernet Adapter - Black

    SKU: JXXVL59PL6

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    A slim black USB 3.0 external DVD/CD burner with Ethernet adapter, USB ports, and TF/SD card slots.
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    Your price for this item is $29.99
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    The previous price was $32.99
  5. Topteng - Type-C & USB 3.0 External DVD Drive - Slim Portable CD/DVD Burner, Plug & Play for Mac & Windows Laptop/PC - Black

    SKU: J3R9F7Y6Q8

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    A slim, black external CD/DVD burner featuring Type-C and USB 3.0 connectivity for plug-and-play use.
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    Your price for this item is $34.99
  6. AGPtek - External USB 3.0 CD DVD Drive External CD DVD +/-RW Drive for Laptop Mac PC with 2-in-1 USB-A USB-C Cable - Black

    SKU: JXXVL59RH7

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    A sleek black external CD/DVD writer offering USB 3.0 connectivity and broad compatibility for laptops and PCs.
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    Your price for this item is $26.99
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    The previous price was $27.99
  7. Topteng - Ultra Thin External DVD Drive - USB 3.0 & Type-C, Portable CD/DVD Burner for Laptop, PC & Mac

    SKU: J3R9F7Y6RT

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    An ultra-thin, portable external DVD/CD drive with USB 3.0 and Type-C for universal compatibility.
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    Your price for this item is $27.99
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  9. Topteng - 6X USB 3.0 External Blu-ray Burner - Slot-in BD/DVD/CD RW Writer, Plug & Play, 3D Playback for Laptop & Mac - Black

    SKU: J3R9F7Y6QF

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    A sleek black slot-in external drive offering 6X Blu-ray burning, 3D playback, and USB 3.0 connectivity.
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    Your price for this item is $73.99
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    The previous price was $83.99
  10. AGPtek - 8 in 1 External CD/DVD Drive for Laptop, USB 3.0 Ultra Slim Portable CD Burner with 4 USB Ports - Black

    SKU: JXXVL59PLZ

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    A portable black external CD/DVD drive with USB 3.0 connectivity and four additional USB ports.
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    Your price for this item is $31.99

FAQ

Most external optical drives connect via USB or USB-C and are compatible with MacBook Pro models running macOS. However, some older drives may require additional drivers or adapters, so it's important to check the product specifications for compatibility with your specific MacBook Pro version.

Yes, external optical drives can be used to install software from CDs or DVDs on your MacBook Pro. Simply connect the drive, insert the disc, and follow the on-screen installation instructions.

Many external optical drives support reading and writing to both CD and DVD formats. Be sure to review the drive's specifications to confirm its compatibility with the disc formats you plan to use.

Yes, you can watch DVD movies on your MacBook Pro using an external optical drive. You'll need a compatible media player app, such as Apple's DVD Player, to view the content.

Depending on your MacBook Pro's available ports and the optical drive's connector type, you may need a USB-C to USB-A adapter or a compatible cable. Check your MacBook Pro's ports and the drive's requirements before purchasing.