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Apple 661-5513 9.5 mm SATA Slot Super Optical Drive for MacBook Pro 15
- 9.5 mm Slim Form Factor
- SATA Interface
- Slot-Loading Mechanism
- Designed for 15-inch MacBook Pro
- Reads and Writes CDs
- Reads and Writes DVDs
- Apple Genuine Part
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Product Overview
The Apple 661-5513 is a 9.5 mm slim SATA slot-loading optical drive. It is designed for the 15-inch MacBook Pro models, offering DVD and CD read/write capabilities. This drive provides essential optical media functionality for portable Apple computers.
Technical Information
| Form Factor | 9.5 mm Slim |
| Interface | SATA |
| Loading Mechanism | Slot-Loading |
| Compatibility | 15-inch MacBook Pro |
Additional Specifications
| Drive Type | Super Optical Drive (DVD±RW) |
| Brand | Apple |
| Part Number | 661-5513 |
Product Description
The Apple 661-5513 is a high-performance, slim optical drive specifically engineered for integration into the 15-inch MacBook Pro laptop line. Its 9.5 mm height is crucial for fitting within the compact chassis of modern laptops, and the SATA interface ensures fast and reliable data transfer between the drive and the logic board. The slot-loading mechanism provides a sleek, modern user experience, eliminating the need for a traditional tray. This 'Super Optical Drive' is capable of reading and writing to a wide range of CD and DVD media, including CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-RW, and DVD+RW. This versatility allows users to burn music mixes, create data backups, install software from discs, and watch DVD movies directly on their MacBook Pro. Its inclusion provides essential optical media functionality that is often omitted in newer, thinner laptop designs. As an official Apple component, the 661-5513 is designed to meet Apple's stringent quality and performance standards, ensuring seamless integration and reliable operation within the MacBook Pro ecosystem. It serves as a direct replacement for a faulty drive or an upgrade option for models that may have shipped with a less capable optical drive. This drive is a key component for users who require optical media capabilities on their portable workstation.
