How do I delete an old computer from Time Capsule?

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How do I delete an old computer from Time Capsule?

I have several old computer back ups on Time Capsule that I no longer need and would like to delete the whole backup. Any ideas?

Posted on Aug 11, 2012 10:27 AM

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Bob Timmons

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Aug 11, 2012 11:02 AM in response to beachfan

It is really easy and fast to erase the Time Capsule disk and start over.

It is really hard...and it will take a long time with a good chance for errors....to try to get rid of backups for one or more computers and yet keep backups for another.

Can you consider erasing the Time Capsule and starting all over again?

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beachfan Author

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Aug 11, 2012 11:22 AM in response to beachfan

I guess I don't need the old backups from my current computers and can start anew. Thanks.

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Aug 11, 2012 11:29 AM in response to beachfan

Post back if you need some tips on how to do this.

Be sure to include the operating system on the Mac that you will be using to erase the Time Capsule drive.

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