What optical drive can I use with my 2016 15" mbp (SN W8647078X6B)?

Hey there,
The OD is kaput on my very old mpb . What to do - is there an OD that I can use? My machine is a 2016 15" mbp (SN W8647078X6B)? Nothing fancy; my only interest is downloading music and the occasional program.
Thank you,
Roy Russell
PS I'm not sure how to find responses, so I will leave my email. It is [email protected]

Of course!! Just pulling your leg on the funny typo. You said you were only interested in downloading things, but if you need to use CDs, then you can get any external OD that works on Firewire 400 or USB. You may need to shop places like OWC and Best Buy or Staples.

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