1. could I connect an external USB3 drive to my macbook pro (15" MID 2010)?

Trying to connect I can't see it.
2. Question: Is it mirroring possible with apple TV on MacBook pro 15" MID 2010?. Playing a movie with VLC can I send it to TV?
Could you please give me an advise?

1. Of course. Your Mac will not work with the external drive at USB 3.0 speed, but you can use it as a USB 2.0 external drive.
2. AirPlay Mirroring needs an Early 2011 or newer MacBook Pro > http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5404 As you cannot use AirPlay Mirroring, you can use an application like AirParrot or Beamer

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