sata to usb-c adapter does not work with cd drive

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The original was posted on /r/datahoarder by /u/Necessary_Doughnut43 on 2023-10-31 11:01:52+00:00.

I bought one for using an internal cd drive as an external one. the cd drive has a light but does not open. the eject button does nothing.

the cd drive is a lite-on ihas124-14.

the adapter is equip 133456

I am using these on a laptop.