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Can I use a USB 3.0 drive for TimeMachine backup? DO I need to format the drive first? I'm on a MacBook Air. Apple suggests I use TimeMachine to backup before loading the new OS.
MacBook Air 13″, macOS 13.1
1. Yes.
2. It depends on what format it's in; Time Machine will tell you if it does prior to the first backup.
(234731)
1. Yes.
2. It depends on what format it's in; Time Machine will tell you if it does prior to the first backup.
(234731)
I would suggest that the TM drive be formatted to APFS.
Can I use a USB 3.0 drive for TimeMachine backup? DO I need to format the drive first?
