How to use iMac cd drive for an installation on MacBook air

[Willyee3]

Sorry for the noob question...but I can't find out how to connect my iMacs cd drive to my MacBook air so that I can install a program... Thanx for the help!!!

 

[GGJstudios]

Sorry for the noob question...but I can't find out how to connect my iMacs cd drive to my MacBook air so that I can install a program... Thanx for the help!!!

The installation discs that come with Macs are model-specific and are not for use on other models.

 

[Panch0]

Sorry for the noob question...but I can't find out how to connect my iMacs cd drive to my MacBook air so that I can install a program... Thanx for the help!!!

On the iMac, open Settings
Go to the "Sharing" section
Check "DVD or CD Sharing"

Once enabled, the MBA should see the drive and be able to connect to it.

If you have the Firewall on the iMac turned on, you may have to allow sharing there as well.

Pretty sure there is a good description on Apple's support site as well

 

[brand]

The installation discs that come with Macs are model-specific and are not for use on other models.

Might want to reread the original post.

 

[discounteggroll]

Might want to reread the original post.

yeah, he kind of missed the runway on that one.

 

[GGJstudios]

Might want to reread the original post.

Thanks. I did misread it, thinking he wanted to use his iMac disc on the MBA.

MacBook Air, Mac mini: How to use Remote Disc to share DVDs or CDs from a Mac or Windows-based computer

 

[TrollToddington]

So, it is possible? How wonderful! I'll save a few bucks through not buying an external DVD for Air one day I purchase it.