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Mac mini as a Time Machine Backup

I have a 2018 Mac mini that I am replacing with a New MacBook Pro, can I use the old Mac mini as a time machine

Posted on Feb 19, 2022 9:07 AM

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Posted on Feb 19, 2022 9:26 AM

No, but you can use it as a File/Media Server and access it using Screen Sharing.

Set up file sharing on Mac - Apple Support

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Mac mini as a Time Machine Backup

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