Name: MD564LL/A Apple USB SuperDrive External USB CD/DVD Optical Drive
Brand: Apple
SKU: MD564LL/A
Price: 97.17 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Apple USB SuperDrive is an external optical drive designed to read and write CDs and DVDs, primarily intended for use with Apple laptops that lack built-in disc drives. It connects via USB, drawing power from the computer without extra cables, making it a practical solution for accessing physical media in various settings.

General Information
Brand	Apple
Part Number	MD564LL/A

Technical Information
Disc Diameter	12 cm (120 mm)
Interface	USB 2.0 (USB-A)
Data Transfer Rate	CD-R up to 24×; CD-RW up to 24×; DVD±R up to 8×; DVD±RW up to 6×; DVD+R DL up to 4×

Physical Characteristics
Weight	5.00
Condition	Refurbished

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes
Assembly Required	Yes
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL

Product Description
The Apple USB SuperDrive offers a simple way to play and burn CDs and DVDs on computers without an internal optical drive. It's commonly used with MacBook Air and MacBook Pro models that lack built-in disc drives. This drive is built for users who still rely on physical media for installing software, watching movies, or backing up files. Key Features Works seamlessly with macOS and Windows systems Supports DVD±R, DVD±RW, CD-R, and CD-RW formats Powered directly through the USB connection, no external power needed USB 2.0 interface ensures reliable data transfer Slim, minimalist design complements Apple devices The USB SuperDrive is often found in home offices, classrooms, and creative studios where discs are still part of daily workflows. It helps bridge the gap between modern hardware and legacy media without adding bulk. Its straightforward setup and compact size make it easy to carry along for presentations or media playback on the go.

Use Cases
The Apple USB SuperDrive is typically utilized in professional and educational environments where Apple laptops without built-in optical drives require reliable access to physical media. IT administrators and users managing legacy software installations or archival data benefit from its portability and compatibility across Mac and PC systems. How It's Used: IT departments deploying software updates in remote offices where network-based installations are limited. Media production teams accessing archived footage stored on DVD or CD in studio environments. Educational institutions providing students and faculty with access to course materials distributed on optical discs. Field engineers requiring on-site data retrieval from client-provided DVDs during system audits or troubleshooting. Enterprise compliance teams verifying and preserving physical records stored on optical media. By enabling straightforward reading and writing of optical discs without additional hardware, the Apple USB SuperDrive supports operational efficiency in scenarios requiring physical media access. Its plug-and-play design facilitates scalability across distributed teams, ensuring consistent performance in diverse IT deployments.

MD564LL/A Apple USB SuperDrive External USB CD/DVD Optical Drive

Product Overview

General Information

Technical Information

Physical Characteristics

Miscellaneous

Product Description

Use Cases