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Time machine backup is taking days. Why?

Time machine backup is taking days. Why?

MacBook Pro 16″, macOS 11.4

Posted on Jun 21, 2021 10:20 PM

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Posted on Jun 21, 2021 11:57 PM

Welcome to Apple Support Communities.

First, take a look at If a Time Machine backup takes longer than you expect - Apple Support.

It might also be helpful to restart your Mac, and Reset NVRAM or PRAM on your Mac - Apple Support.

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Jun 21, 2021 11:57 PM in response to Jmvfitz

Welcome to Apple Support Communities.

First, take a look at If a Time Machine backup takes longer than you expect - Apple Support.

It might also be helpful to restart your Mac, and Reset NVRAM or PRAM on your Mac - Apple Support.

-Jack

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