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Product Description
The OWC Mercury Pro brings optical media back to any Mac or PC. With an updated, sleek aluminium chassis and a high-speed USB 3.2 (5Gb/s) interface, it lets you add plug and play CD, DVD, and Blu-ray disc burning to any USB-equipped computer. Just add your own 5.25-inch SATA optical drive and you are ready to go.
Key Features
- Easy DIY: just add your own 5.25-inch SATA optical drive (sold separately)
- High-speed USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gb/s) interface
- Sleek, durable aluminium chassis
- Quiet, fanless operation
- Plug and play, no drivers required on Mac or Windows
Package Includes
- OWC Mercury Pro External Optical Drive Enclosure
- USB 3.2 (5Gb/s) Type-A to Type-B cable
- External power adapter with UK power cable
- Quick start guide
Does the OWC Mercury Pro come with an optical drive?
No. The Mercury Pro is an empty enclosure. You fit your own 5.25-inch SATA CD, DVD, or Blu-ray drive, sold separately.
Will it work with my Apple silicon Mac?
Yes. It connects over USB 3.2, USB 3.0, or USB 2.0. Current Macs with only USB-C ports will need a USB-C to USB-A adapter.
Does it need external power?
Yes. The enclosure ships with its own power adapter and does not draw power from the USB port alone.
Can it burn Blu-ray discs?
Yes, if you fit a Blu-ray capable SATA optical drive. The enclosure itself is drive-agnostic and supports CD, DVD, and Blu-ray mechanisms up to 17.2cm deep.
Specifications
| Storage Interface | SATA I / SATA II (up to 3.0Gb/s) |
| Optical Drive Support | 5.25-inch SATA CD, DVD, and Blu-ray drives, up to 17.2cm (6.77in) deep |
| Host Port | 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Type-B), up to 5Gb/s (600MB/s) |
| Chipset / Controller | ASMedia ASM1053E |
| Housing Material | Aluminium |
| Dimensions | 16.8cm (W) x 5.8cm (H) x 21.1cm (D) |
| Weight | 1.1kg (2.40 lbs) |
| AC Input | 100-240V, 50-60Hz |
| DC Output | +12V, 3A |
| Certifications | CE, FCC |
| Country of Origin | Taiwan |
Compatibility
| Mac | macOS 10.12 Sierra through macOS 26.x Tahoe. USB-C only Macs require a USB-C to USB-A adapter (sold separately). |
| Windows | Windows 7 through Windows 11, plus Windows Server 2016, 2019, and 2022 |
| Driver Requirements | None. Plug and play using native OS optical drive drivers. |
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Shipping & VAT
- Free UK Shipping: Delivered in approx. 2 working days
- Express Options: Faster methods available at checkout
- Free Shipping to Ireland: For orders over £100.00
- International Delivery: Times vary by destination; shipped via FedEx or DHL
- 30-Day Returns: Return within 30 days from order date
- UK, Ireland and EU Customers: Free return label provided
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VAT & Duties Information
UK & EU Customers: The price shown on our website is the final price you pay. No additional VAT, customs duties, or import fees will be charged upon delivery.
Orders are dispatched from Northern Ireland, allowing us to serve customers across the United Kingdom and the European Union without unexpected import charges.
Non-UK and non-EU destinations: Local taxes, customs duties, and import fees may apply and are the responsibility of the recipient.
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Free number UK: 08001954072
International: +442838341148
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- Monday - Friday: 09:00-17:00
