Can I use this with my Macbook Pro to copy/burn Blu Ray dvd's? How about Dual Layer Blu Ray dvd's?
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You should probably find out if you have a USB 3.0 port on your machine or plan on getting a docking station in case your Macbook doesn't recognize this external drive. Personally, I have it working on a Toshiba laptop using W8.1 without any problems (read/write DVD single and dual layers + read/write Blu Rays) however it needs at least two USB ports to get enough power to function (I'm using 1 usb 3.0 port and 1 usb 2.0 port) so make sure you have enough available ports to power this.
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You should probably find out if you have a USB 3.0 port on your machine or plan on getting a docking station in case your Macbook doesn't recognize this external drive.Personally, I have it working on a Toshiba laptop using W8.1 without any problems (read/write DVD single and dual layers + read/write Blu Rays) however it needs at least two USB ports to get enough power to function (I'm using 1 usb 3.0 port and 1 usb 2.0 port) so make sure you have enough available ports to power this.
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Hello, thank you for your interest. The Super-Multi supports DVD Read/Write and CD Read/Write, but not Blu-ray.
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This is just the divice; it does not come with the software; that has to be downloaded for your specific operating system. There is more than one choice for the software, (more that one brand name). It is tricky to work correctly on a MAC for Blu-ray, but DVDs work much better. Almost all software available will play DVD an CD on this drive.Apple does not have a business interest supporting external drives like blu-ray, since most of its software, applications, entertainment, are available through iTunes. very respectfully, Curtthom@cox.net, Frankfurt, Germany
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I have apple mac dec.2013 all work perfect. I;m already made 2 blu ray of my home video, recommended.
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We have played DVD+R and DVD-R dual layer discs recorded using our MacPro on this unit with no problems. We usually record 16x media at 4x for best quality.
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I've used my Archgon drive mostly for burning DVDs (from iDVD on my iMac). It works well. I've also burned Blu-ray data discs for backing up large files. No problems.
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Can't speak to your exact model of mac-mini or OS version, but I burned a 50Gb blu-ray data disk from a 2.6 i7 mini running mountain lion without any special installation.
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I do not believe that it can. I double checked the user manual and it does not mention or indicate use of double layer DVD's
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Hi Jack. I called Memorex (Imation). Customer service told me that the DVD's should definitely be compatible with Mac. Otherwise you can just upgrade your firmware on your driver or burner.
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Mac's do not inherently support blu ray, however, there are multiple options for free software that will play blu ray's from this drive on your mac with no issue. Personally I use VLC player.
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As far as I know my Mac (which is down in CA currently) can read any disk I put in , I doubt it is double layer. Frankly I do not think I have ever run into double layer DVDs. Check the Apple help line, they may advise you. Sorry I am not more help.
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I found online that it supports OS X 10.6 and up. I am not familiar with OS X in general so I can't fully commit and say it will be easy to use. Many users are claiming it to be hard to find a good program for burning the data. Apple has never endorsed Blu-Ray so this shouldn't be surprising. I would check some forums before committing to a purchase, but I must say its a great BD burner.
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It doesn't Have DVD/Blu-ray drive in it. It might support one via usb? I wasn't satisfied with it for multiple reasons and sent it back. A Mac Mini makes a much better HTPC.
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The specs say it has an "8X DVD-Super Multi Double-Layer Drive." I haven't used the drive yet and it's likely I won't. Maybe a super multi double layer drive can do it all - read/write both cd's and dvd's? I'm not that much of a Techie.
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Yes, I used mine to put music on my MacBook Air and put movies on blank DVDs. So I assume it would be the same for any other Mac.
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I've been using it a reader for both data and movies and it works out of the box with no drivers needed. You will need software for Blu Ray Movie Playback. I have yet to try burning anything but nothing indicates it can't be done. You may need burning software for it to actually burn discs. I don't know if the built in burning feature in OS X works with BD Rs.
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I have no idea what version the discs are. I use an LG Blu-ray burner..no problem! Have burned double layer as well without any difficulty on my Mac.