MacBook Air accessories As far as I know, there is currently only one case designed specifically for the MacBook Air, so I will be buying it. I haven't made my mind about the optional SuperDrive. Since I would only have to pay $50, the cost is not really an issue. But, would I really use it? Also, should I buy the Ethernet dongle, despite rarely using Ethernet during the last two or three years? What MacBook Air accessories will you buy? MacBook Air accessories As far as I know, there is currently only one case designed specifically for the MacBook Air, so I will be buying it. I haven't made my mind about the optional... » Read More MacBook Air accessories As far as I know, there is currently only one case designed specifically for the MacBook Air, so I will be buying it. I haven't made my mind about the optional SuperDrive. Since I would only have to pay $50, the cost is not really an issue. But, would I really use it? Also, should I buy the Ethernet dongle, despite rarely using Ethernet during the last two or three years? What MacBook Air accessories will you buy? « Show Less
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Actually, I used two of my iPod battery settlement $50 coupons, so I am getting the SuperDrive free. It was worth following that class action settlement, though I usually ignore them because the pickings are so slim
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I purchased a bag off of SFBags.com - it is minimalistic - but really high quality. It is made specifically for the MacBook Air - size 13-2 - it is a sleeve, with a velcro flap, and a shoulder strap with a 'pad' on it to prevent slipping. Under a hundred bucks...weighs about 2 lbs.In addition, I purchased the Ethernet adaptor - we all have to use Ethernet at somepoint - an extra power cord, and the airline adaptor.I am absolutely loving the MBA - I used to lug around a 17" Dell - always making the 'decision' on whether to take it or not - based on weight, and size...unlike the Dell, I carry the MBA everywhere....Hey, what's the iPod battery settlement? I own several iPods - did I miss out? I purchased a bag off of SFBags.com - it is minimalistic - but really high quality. It is made specifically for the MacBook Air - size 13-2 - it is a sleeve, with a velcro flap, and a shoulder strap with a 'pad' on it to prevent slipping. Under a hundred bucks...weighs about 2 lbs.In addition, I purchased the Ethernet adaptor - we all have to use Ethernet at somepoint - an extra power cord, and the airline adaptor.I am absolutely loving the MBA - I used to lug around a 17" Dell - always making the 'decision' on whether to take it or not - based on weight, and... » Read More I purchased a bag off of SFBags.com - it is minimalistic - but really high quality. It is made specifically for the MacBook Air - size 13-2 - it is a sleeve, with a velcro flap, and a shoulder strap with a 'pad' on it to prevent slipping. Under a hundred bucks...weighs about 2 lbs.In addition, I purchased the Ethernet adaptor - we all have to use Ethernet at somepoint - an extra power cord, and the airline adaptor.I am absolutely loving the MBA - I used to lug around a 17" Dell - always making the 'decision' on whether to take it or not - based on weight, and size...unlike the Dell, I carry the MBA everywhere....Hey, what's the iPod battery settlement? I own several iPods - did I miss out? « Show Less
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I now have both the SuperDrive and the dongle (which I have used only twice). Last night, I used the SuperDrive to add my first DVD with a digital copy to my MacBook Air. It worked like a charm, with the digital copy downloading from iTunes much faster than regular iTunes movie downloads. I have tried three cases for my MacBook Air, but I am not sure about any of them. Two are sleeves and I would really prefer the security of a shoulder strap.The iPod battery settlement is over. I will use my remaining coupon this month because it is near its expiration date.
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Buy whatever you will likely need (no matter how infrequently). If you're going to only be needing internet in wi-fi networks, you don't need the extension. Otherwise, it's good to have.You'll need a real CD drive depending on what you're going to do. If you are both (a) going to be in a situation where you would need to install software or watch a movie via a DVD and (b) not going to be around other wireless computers at the time, I'd say go get it.
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Wish I'd paid attention to the mailings about the battery lawsuits. Can the MBA work with any hard drive with burning capabilities or is it engineered to insure that owners purchase the hundred dollar SuperDrive from Apple? (Last I looked you could pick up at good Memorex for $40.)
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I can not answer this question because I do not own a MacBook Air. However, the price is cheap enough for you to order one and find out. The quality is also good and the customer service from TopCase is great. If all else fails and it doesn't fit, you can always give it away.
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I have been loking around for an external drive, and I've noticed they all fail! IMO the best way to gois to have 2 of the drives and do a periodic copy of each to each. I have a free agent on my mac and it has been working perfectly, but I am looking for a drive to back up between a PC and a mac. Two cheap drives may be more reliable than a single more expensive, since they all fail and you cant "pay out" of the uncertainty. Change that: Buy two expensive hard drives and dont even fool with the Seagates..
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I honestly do not know if you can. I believe its a yes, But...I I have never purchased a Apple Care for my Macs or protection for my PC's. If you are handy with maintaining your computers minimal knowledge you can fix things your self. I back up my stuff on external drives regularly you cant go wrong even if a major HD failure. I use "Super Duper" when I hit other snags I google the exact symptoms and always bail my self out every time.I only hit one minor snag in a couple of years and fixed it. The money I do save I use for other cool gadgets.
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Good question! It depends on your computer's USB ports. If you have one free, and it's close to a headphone jack, then you probably don't need to buy anything extra. The Satechi cable splits into a USB and a headphone jack. These two ends have to be plugged into your computer fairly close together, not more than about six inches apart. I have only 2 USB ports on my MacBook Air, and was already using them for other peripherals. So I did need to purchase a USB hub (Belkin 4-port Ultra-Slim Desktop Hub works well for me). Hope this helps!
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Actually I do not use one, but I treat my Mac like it is gold. I could not be happier with it. It probably is a good idea to add a case, check on the Apple web site.
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I just ordered a sister model (AWUS036NHV) on for my Macbook Air with Yosemite 10.10.2. Downloaded drivers from Alpha site...Works fine... but not until I tried 5 different USB Cables (including the one included with the unit), and it finally kicked in with a short super heavy-duty USB cable from my Garmin. Maybe the USBports on my macbook Air don't provide enough power? But it is working now and doing a nice job.Would like to use a long cable to place the unit closer to the window... gonna check into usinga powered usb hub with a longer cable. Anyone have any experience with using a powered hubwith this unit? I just ordered a sister model (AWUS036NHV) on for my Macbook Air with Yosemite 10.10.2. Downloaded drivers from Alpha site...Works fine... but not until I tried 5 different USB Cables (including the one included with the unit), and it finally kicked in with a short super heavy-duty USB cable from my Garmin. Maybe the USBports on my macbook Air don't provide enough power? But it is working now and doing a nice job.Would like to use a long cable to place the unit closer to the window... gonna check into usinga powered usb hub with a longer cable. Anyone have any... » Read More I just ordered a sister model (AWUS036NHV) on for my Macbook Air with Yosemite 10.10.2. Downloaded drivers from Alpha site...Works fine... but not until I tried 5 different USB Cables (including the one included with the unit), and it finally kicked in with a short super heavy-duty USB cable from my Garmin. Maybe the USBports on my macbook Air don't provide enough power? But it is working now and doing a nice job.Would like to use a long cable to place the unit closer to the window... gonna check into usinga powered usb hub with a longer cable. Anyone have any experience with using a powered hubwith this unit? « Show Less
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You should not have to pay if you just got the macbook. Go to Apple's website enter in your serial number and you should be able to get it for $9.99, same for iLife 08. If you have any further trouble I can help you out. Just email me at made4me@mac.com.Good Luck
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yes the Apple Logo makes them cost more :) (Cheap joke) Actually this drive will work perfectly.
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not sure i bought this for my son who is college to go with his macbook air
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I don't know ... but, if there's any other product like this available, that's the one I'd be looking at. There weren't when I bought mine but I sure wish there had been. Mine is just a real pain. When I first got it, it was difficult to put the MacBook Air in it, it was difficult to lock, it was difficult to unlock, and it's as ugly as sin (the Air is very sleek but this is big, weighs as much as the Air, and is just plain not suited for the Air - the Air is slim and stylish but the dock is very clunky and not at all stylish). Since then, it has gotten easier to slide it in and it has gotten easier to lock. However, it's every bit as difficult to unlock it and, of course, the ugliness has not changed (it's like an elevator in an outhouse - just don't belong!). If you travel with it, you may as well drag around a normal MacBook, it's even larger and heavier than the newer models.
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if you can't wait without having the computer i would definitely wait....who knows what Macworld is going to bring us. I have been waiting since August to buy a MBP or MB (first, it was leopard and now i have been fine living without one so I might as well see what's new.)
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The dock only ultimately provides one thunderbolt connection. So with my early 2011 macpro I still had only ability to have one additional monitor but I don't have an HDMI connector. Not sure what the Air has. Ultimately I bought a new MacBook Pro with two thunderbolt displays and now have two external monitors and the laptop display. Love it and it gave me an opportunity to upgrade.
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Hey Justin it is a USB Drive, means plug and play, as long as you have an empty port this will work perfectly, OS X or window, does not affect, all this hardware needs is ( voltage ) from your PC as any external hardware, hope this will help. From the Manufacturer The perfect complement for the MacBook Air, MacBook Pro with Retina display, or Mac mini, the sleek, compact Apple USB Superdrive enables you to play and burn both CDs and DVDs--whether you're at the office or on the road. It's perfect when you want to watch a DVD movie, install software, create backup discs, and more. USB superdrive
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There is absolutely no reason to get thunderbolt, USB 2.0 goes up 450mbps with 300 being the typical peak. For comparison, the most common internet today only goes from from 20-50mbps. Most at home routers don't even support Local Area Networks to 300mbps, you're really only getting thunderbolt for the name really. Thunderbolt is overkill for this, a good use of a thunderport would be like hooking up a 4k resolution monitor that needs tons of bandwidth.
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First buy the thunderbolt connector. It is less expensive to buy it from Apple. I then purchased an external disk drive. Good luck
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Siska - my newest one just broke last week. Less than 6 months old. Losing count of how many this makes that I've shelled out good money for. Brand new each. I'm looking....I may be a fool, but I'm thinking of trying the wireless. Doubt it will be much better - Apple doesn't seem much interested in making decent, reliable keyboards or mouse for their MacBook Pro ---- and considering how much they both cost, why would they want to stop gouging the customers now whenthere is money to be made? I'll write a review when I get a wireless. I will warn you, however: I once tried a non-Apple wireless system, and it destroyed mymacbook pro. I mean....ate it up. I had to send it away for serious repair. Siska - my newest one just broke last week. Less than 6 months old. Losing count of how many this makes that I've shelled out good money for. Brand new each. I'm looking....I may be a fool, but I'm thinking of trying the wireless. Doubt it will be much better - Apple doesn't seem much interested in making decent, reliable keyboards or mouse for their MacBook Pro ---- and considering how much they both cost, why would they want to stop gouging the customers now whenthere is money to be made? I'll write a review when I get a wireless. I will warn you, however: I once tried a non-Apple... » Read More Siska - my newest one just broke last week. Less than 6 months old. Losing count of how many this makes that I've shelled out good money for. Brand new each. I'm looking....I may be a fool, but I'm thinking of trying the wireless. Doubt it will be much better - Apple doesn't seem much interested in making decent, reliable keyboards or mouse for their MacBook Pro ---- and considering how much they both cost, why would they want to stop gouging the customers now whenthere is money to be made? I'll write a review when I get a wireless. I will warn you, however: I once tried a non-Apple wireless system, and it destroyed mymacbook pro. I mean....ate it up. I had to send it away for serious repair. « Show Less