Just got a macbook pro, no disc drive. how do I install disc-based software? Do I have to buy an external drive? ARgh.
Just got a macbook pro, no disc drive. how do I install disc-based software? Do I have to buy an external drive? ARgh.
Yes, an external drive will be necessary. You may purchase the Mac superdrive from the online store or one from another manufacturer. All will work.
http://store.apple.com/us/product/MD564ZM/A/apple-usb-superdrive
Ciao.
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