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product_id: 3174702
title: "GS41N Superdrive 8X Slot-in DVD±RW Slim SATA Drive 9.5mm DVD Burner drive for Apple MacBook / Macbook Pro A1181 A1286 A1278 UJ8A8 Replace GS31N UJ868A, UJ898A, AD-5970H"
brand: "pc-mart"
price: "€ 74.32"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
url: https://www.desertcart.ie/products/3174702-gs41n-superdrive-8x-slot-in-dvd-rw-slim-sata-drive
store_origin: IE
region: Ireland
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# SATA Interface 8x Read/Write Speed Compact 9.5mm Design GS41N Superdrive 8X Slot-in DVD±RW Slim SATA Drive 9.5mm DVD Burner drive for Apple MacBook / Macbook Pro A1181 A1286 A1278 UJ8A8 Replace GS31N UJ868A, UJ898A, AD-5970H

**Brand:** pc-mart
**Price:** € 74.32
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 📦 Elevate Your Mac Experience with the GS41N Superdrive!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** GS41N Superdrive 8X Slot-in DVD±RW Slim SATA Drive 9.5mm DVD Burner drive for Apple MacBook / Macbook Pro A1181 A1286 A1278 UJ8A8 Replace GS31N UJ868A, UJ898A, AD-5970H by pc-mart
- **How much does it cost?** € 74.32 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ie](https://www.desertcart.ie/products/3174702-gs41n-superdrive-8x-slot-in-dvd-rw-slim-sata-drive)

## Best For

- pc-mart enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted pc-mart brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Space-Saving Design:** Ultra-slim 9.5mm profile for portability.
- • **Seamless Integration:** Perfectly fits your MacBook or MacBook Pro.
- • **High-Speed Performance:** Experience lightning-fast 8x read/write speeds.
- • **Versatile Compatibility:** Supports DVD-R, DVD-RW, and CD-RW formats.
- • **Reliable Storage Solution:** 2GB buffer memory for smooth operation.

## Overview

The GS41N Superdrive is a brand new, internal SATA DVD±RW burner designed specifically for Apple MacBook and MacBook Pro models. With a sleek 9.5mm profile, it offers 8x read/write speeds and a 2GB buffer memory, ensuring efficient data handling and compatibility with various optical media formats.

## Description

Brand New GS41N 9.5mm in height, Slot-in Loading, SATA Connector, 100% Brand New, without the eject botton, without the bezel. Tested in fully working condition before shipping Write Speed: 8X DVD±R 4X DVD±RW 4X DVD+R(DL) 4X DVD-R(DL) 24X CD-R 16X CD-RW Read Speed: DVD-ROM/D9: 8X DVD-RAM:5X CD-R:24X CD-RW: 24X CD-ROM: 24X Seek Times: DVD-ROM/CD-ROM 140msec Fit for the following Model : - New MacBook/MacBook Pro 13" 15"  - MacBook 13.3-inch 2.0GHz (MB466LL/A) Intel Core 2 Duo (Late 2008) - Unibody - MacBook 13.3-inch 2.4GHz (MB467LL/A) Intel Core 2 Duo (Late 2008) - Unibody - MacBook Pro 15.4-inch 2.4GHz (MB470LL/A) Intel Core 2 Duo (Late 2008) - Unibody - MacBook Pro 15.4-inch 2.53GHz (MB471LL/A) Intel Core 2 Duo (Late 2008) - Unibody - MacBook Pro 15.4-inch 2.8GHz (CTO) Intel Core 2 Duo (Late 2008) - Unibody - MacBook Pro "Core 2 Duo" 2.4 15" (Unibody) 2.4 GHz Core 2 Duo (P8600)  - A1286(MB470LL/A,MB471LL/A) ,A1278(MB990LL/A,MB991LL/A)A1297- (MB604LL/A)  - MacBook(Late 2008/Aluminum) A1278(MB466LL/A,MB467LL/A,)A1342(MC207LL/A) A1181(Mid-2009)MC240LL/A Package: One GS41N DVD±RW Burner Drive Remarks: This Model can replace: AD-5960S, AD-5970H,UJ868A,UJ898A,GS21N,GS22N,GS23N, GS31N Note: This item is for the drive only. Software, Cables, Screws and Documentation are not included.

## Features

- SATA SuperDrive DVD±RW Burner For MacBook /MacBook Pro A1286 DVD SuperDrive
- Model Name: GS41N, Condition: Brand New
- Type: Internal, Interface: SATA Slot Load
- Dimensions: 128.0(W)mm x 9.5(H)mm x 129.0(D)mm
- Seek Times: DVD-ROM/CD-ROM 140msec, Buffer memory: 2GB

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Optical Storage Read Speed | 8x |
| Optical Storage Write Speed | 8x, 4x, 24x, 16x |
| Cache Memory Installed Size | 2 |
| Hardware Platform | Laptop |
| Additional Features | DVD Burner |
| Hardware Connectivity | DVD-R, DVD-RW, CD-RW |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 5.08"L x 5.04"W x 0.37"H |

## Images

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars







  
  
    Worked perfectly! Affordable! Excellent!
  

*by L***H on Reviewed in the United States on March 31, 2023*

I think the title describes it all. This part was reasonably priced and looked excellent out of the box, the replacement procedure was as you'd expect for a tiny Apple MacBook pro, and the customer is happy. One thing I will tell those that are looking for a drive for an A1278: there are at least two different chassis for computers with that model number, and the replacement optical drives are different. I had to get the part number from the old drive to get one that worked in this laptop, and I have an extra drive now that didn't fit. When you go to put it in, if the mounting screws don't line up exactly, it's likely that it won't work in your laptop. Just saying.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars







  
  
    Install was easy and it works as it's meant to
  

*by C***. on Reviewed in the United States on January 18, 2018*

Works well! Install was easy and it works as it's meant to.EDIT: After about a year, it started making a grinding noise and is really loud upon booting. Really loud. Think like old floppy disk drive loud. It reads things about 50% of the time and doesn't like to eject disks; only will about 60% of the time and sometimes required a reboot to get them out... Try another brand.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars







  
  
    Exact DVD±RW replacement for MacBook Pro (A1278) unibody laptop
  

*by S***T on Reviewed in the United States on December 16, 2014*

Received promptly.  Exact replacement for DVD drive in a MacBook Pro (A1278) unibody laptop; works great.  This is easy to replace if you take care with respect to the connectors, screws, mounting hardware, etc.  If you haven't opened a MacBook Pro unibody previously, I would recommend you review the You Tube "how to" video on replacing the CD/DVD drive on a MacBook Pro.  It will make things easier for you.

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*Last updated: 2026-01-28*