Apple Intelligence is now available on iPhone, iPad, and Mac!

⏺ Join the discussion

⏺ Press release

⏺ Watch the video

📢 Newsroom Update

Apple introduces M4 Pro and M4 Max. Learn more >

Looks like no one’s replied in a while. To start the conversation again, simply ask a new question.

Lumpa2011 Author

Level 1

4 points

Hi which cable do I need to backup my time machine on my new MacBook Air?

Hi which cable do I need to backup my time machine on my new MacBook Air?

Posted on Dec 14, 2021 12:55 AM

Reply

Top-ranking reply

Level 7

20,437 points

Posted on Dec 14, 2021 5:08 AM

Depends on the drive you are using.

Generally, however, if it is a USB drive, you need an appropriate USB-A to USB-C adapter or a USB-C cable that has the same connector at one end that matches the connector on the drive.

View in context

Similar questions

1 reply

Top-ranking reply

Level 7

20,437 points

Dec 14, 2021 5:08 AM in response to Lumpa2011

Depends on the drive you are using.

Generally, however, if it is a USB drive, you need an appropriate USB-A to USB-C adapter or a USB-C cable that has the same connector at one end that matches the connector on the drive.

Reply

Hi which cable do I need to backup my time machine on my new MacBook Air?

Welcome to Apple Support Community

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

Learn more Sign up