Apple Macbook Air SuperDrive (MB397G/A)
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Customer Review: Does the job
Summary: 4 Stars
I bought the Superdrive along with my Macbook Air because I didn't want to deal with the hassle of using another computer's drive to install software. It works just fine for that function. It's light, quiet and easily packs away in my bag when I don't need it. I might also use it occasionally to watch a DVD but so far I've only watched programs I bought from Itunes.
The only negative is that it provides an additional drain on the battery if you're away from an AC source, maybe more-so than a built in drive. I guess the lack of a USB port is also a negative although in my case I don't see when I would need this. Given the price of the computer itself - I got the SSD version- getting this was a no-brainer.
UPDATE: I've used the drive for watching DVD's several time now and the drain on the battery isn't too bad. Would be nice to have a replaceable battery in the MBA but you can't have everything.
Customer Review: not so unique
Summary: 3 Stars
The MacBook Air is very thin, but I don't think it's the only notebook with a special USB port for something like the SuperDrive.
IBM/Lenovo has a similar Super Multi-Burner Drive that works from a single USB port on ThinkPad X40/X41, X Series Tablet, and X60 Series notebooks. Will this drive work on the MacBook Air? Or, can the MacBook Air SuperDrive work on these Thinkpads?
Furthermore, Samsung makes a DVD-RW Dual Layer Drive for the Q1 Ultra UMPC (ultra-mobile PC). Once again, this drive will work from a single USB port on the Q1 Ultra UMPC (the one with the split keyboard on the front). Once again, can the MacBook Air SuperDrive work on these UMPCs?
So, is the USB port on the MacBook Air so unique?
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Customer Review: Excellent idea very poorly executed.
Summary: 1 Stars
From the moment I opened my new superdrive, I could tell that Apple didn't put their mind to this product. It has a cheap, unsturdy feel, even though it is made of metal. The USB cable is short and fixed, not removable or retractable, making it tough to store for travel without damaging it. It's operation is noisy and vibrates my entire desk. I would expect the device to work with other computers (at least Apple ones) other than the air and mini but it doesn't. I would also expect the device to be updated with new technologies like Bluray but it's not. Don't get me wrong, I LOVE my MBAir!! And I do like that this drive is USB powered. I would simply ask that Apple finish the job by pairing it with something equally as impressive in the superdrive. This product is just not up to Apple's par!Customer Review: Other Options
Summary: 3 Stars
While the SuoerDrive plays well with the MACBOOK Air there are other Drives you can use that play just as well. I have the "Samsung USB 2.0 8x DVD Writer External Optical Drive SE-S084B" and it works great with the MBA. I used it to load all my programs to my MBA. If the DVD fails to eject you can always manually eject it pressing the eject button something the SuperDrive does not permit. I did get the SuperDrive and it's a good match aesthetically and functions as advertised. Just remember, there are less pricey options for your MBA that work with more than just the MBA.Customer Review: Amazing
Summary: 5 Stars
My main concern was to buy a light notebook where I can carry with me where ever I go...Mac Air is a great piece of art with all Apple powerful features. The screen size is wonderful and every thing you need is.built in that laptop. Two comments I have, hard desk size comes in two options either 80 G or I guess 64 SSD technology. On the other hand, DVD drive is external. I believe Apple has the capability in building in the super drive and also giving us more hard desk options of 120 or 240 G. other wise, a perfect buy :)