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Can I use a USB C external Hard Drive with time machine?

iMac Line (2012 and Later)

Posted on Sep 22, 2019 12:55 PM

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Posted on Sep 22, 2019 1:14 PM

Yes, if you have a newer iMac with Thunderbolt/USB-C ports.

see > Back up your Mac with Time Machine - Apple Support


If you have any older iMac with USB 2.0 or 3.0 ports, then any USB 2.0 or 3.0 external hard drive will work just fine for Time Machine backups.

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