


Subsequently, how do I get my Mac to recognize my external DVD drive? Go to Finder > Preferences. Now verify that External Disks and Hard Drives have a checkmark in the box.

If not, click it to enable your external drive icons to show on your desktop.īeside the above, why won’t my external DVD player work on my Mac? Assuming it’s plugged in correctly, not wobbly or loose, the cable could be at fault. Try connecting the same device with a different cable.
