Time Machine File Structure Confusion

I started yesterday to use a 2nd external drive for Time Machine backup purposes. In looking at the external drive's file structure via Finder, I noticed that each backup is appearing as a separate file folder off of the external drive's root drive (please see image below).


In my prior uses of Time Machine with other external drives, each backup was grouped under a main file folder (e.g., Backups.backupdb).


My question is whether what is occurring with this new external drive correct or do I have something incorrectly configured?

MacBook Pro 13″, macOS 11.6

Posted on Oct 27, 2021 7:59 AM

Reply

Similar questions

1 reply

This thread has been closed by the system or the community team. You may vote for any posts you find helpful, or search the Community for additional answers.

Time Machine File Structure Confusion

Welcome to Apple Support Community
A forum where Apple customers help each other with their products. Get started with your Apple Account.