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Use Mac Mini Time Machine to set up Macbook Air

My main computer is a Mac Mini. I am just adding a new MacBook Air M1 and wondering if I can use the Mini’s Time Machine to set it up. I intend to keep the Time Machine connected to the Mini afterwards. Any issues? Any procedures I should know about? 

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Posted on Dec 1, 2022 4:11 AM

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Posted on Dec 1, 2022 6:10 AM

Transferring data and apps to a new Mac, Time Machine backups are the preferred method so there should be no issue.


However, you will need a separate drive if you intend to do Time Machine backups from the new MacBook Air.

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