Name: UJ-857-C Apple External USB 2.0 SuperDrive DVD Burner Drive
Brand: Apple
SKU: UJ-857-C
Price: 59.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The UJ-857-C Apple SuperDrive DVD Burner Drive offers straightforward external disc reading and writing for Mac users, fitting neatly into setups without internal drives. It helps extend functionality by enabling playback and creation of CDs and DVDs using a simple USB connection.

General Information
Brand	Apple
Part Number	UJ-857-C

Technical Information
Disc Diameter	12 cm (120 mm), 8 cm (80 mm)
Interface	Slimline SATA (SATA)
Data Transfer Rate	CD-R 24x, CD-RW 24x, DVD±R 8x, DVD-RW 6x, DVD+R DL 8x

Physical Characteristics
Dimensions	9.5 x 128 x 129 mm
Weight	5.00
Condition	Refurbished

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes
Assembly Required	Yes
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, cURus, CE, FCC, CCC, UL, TUV, cULus, CSA, cUL

Product Description
The UJ-857-C Apple SuperDrive is designed to provide reliable optical disc reading and writing capabilities for Mac users. It's commonly used where internal disc drives are not available, such as on newer Mac laptops and desktops that omit built-in optical drives. Built for students, professionals, and creative users who need to burn DVDs or CDs, archive files, or play disc-based media, this drive offers a straightforward and compatible solution. It's often found in offices, classrooms, and home setups where disc media remains necessary despite the rise of digital storage. Key Features Reads and writes multiple disc formats including DVD±R, DVD±RW, CD-R, and CD-RW USB 2.0 connection ensures easy setup without additional power adapters Compact design makes it easy to carry and store Optimized for macOS with native compatibility and seamless integration Supports standard DVD and CD media speeds for efficient data transfer This SuperDrive is typically deployed with MacBook Airs, MacBook Pros, and iMacs lacking internal drives, providing an essential accessory for users who still rely on DVDs or CDs. It plays a critical role in data backup, media playback, and software installation in environments where disc media remains standard.

Use Cases
The UJ-857-C Apple SuperDrive DVD Burner Drive is primarily utilized in professional and creative environments where Macs without internal optical drives require reliable external disc access. It is particularly suited for IT departments managing legacy media playback and data archival in offices or on-site settings that demand portable optical media compatibility. How It's Used: Media production studios use it to burn master copies of video projects onto DVDs for client distribution. IT support teams deploy it for system recovery and software installations from disc across Mac workstations. Educational institutions employ it to read and write course materials in DVD format for offline access. Field engineers utilize it for transporting and accessing large datasets stored on optical media during remote site operations. Small businesses integrate it into their document management workflows requiring physical archiving of sensitive files on discs. This external SuperDrive supports operational efficiency by bridging the gap between modern Mac hardware and legacy optical media workflows. It enables scalable deployment across environments where disc-based data exchange remains critical, maintaining compatibility without compromising system portability or resource allocation.

UJ-857-C Apple External USB 2.0 SuperDrive DVD Burner Drive

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