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New Mac with M1

Why does the USB super drive not work On my Mac?

Posted on Jun 21, 2021 11:12 PM

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Posted on Jun 22, 2021 8:45 AM

All you need is one these adapters to use with the Apple SuperDrive.


My SuperDrive works fine with my M1 iMac 2021 using one of those adapters.

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Jun 21, 2021 11:25 PM in response to Moserlal

Hi there,


The SuperDrive requires a certain amount of power to be able to operate, which most third-party docks and hubs don't seem to be able to properly supply. Apple has an article which I will link below explaining how to connect to the Apple USB SuperDrive. For Macs such as yours without a built-in USB A port, this article lists three Apple branded adapters which should allow your SuperDrive to work again.


Best of luck!

New Mac with M1

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