Reset time machine

I have forgotten my Time Machine / BACKUP password.

I just want to format the disc and start again.

How do I just delete the current info on the disc and format the disc and restart my Time Machine please?

Andy

iMac 24″, macOS 14.4

Posted on Mar 30, 2024 6:37 AM

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Posted on Mar 30, 2024 7:33 AM

You will need to erase and re-format the external drive.

see > Erase and reformat a storage device in Disk Utility on Mac - Apple Support


After erasing and re-formatting, you should be prompted to use the external drive for Time Machine.

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