Remove an old backup disk from Time Machine

I don't know how to remove an old backup disk from Time Machine (My Passport for Mac).

I can't find the Add/remove disk anywhere???

MacBook Pro 16″, macOS 12.3

Posted on Apr 7, 2022 3:13 AM

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2 replies

ku4hx

Level 7

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Apr 7, 2022 4:35 AM in response to Bogru

Right click the drive icon and select to remove it.

Bogru Author

Level 1

2 points

Apr 7, 2022 4:37 AM in response to ku4hx

That was easy. I right clicked everywhere but the icon.

Thank you 🙏

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