07-12-2011, 11:24 AM
I think the mini optical drives are junk. Mine died after 2 years. I bought a bus-powered external that is doing the job. For regular use, just buy a powered external unit. Bus-powered units still rely on the computer power to perform - not something I'd want to do for daily use.
If I have problems with my external, I still have 2 other Macs for backup. Not everyone has that luxury.
If I have problems with my external, I still have 2 other Macs for backup. Not everyone has that luxury.