So, see the attached. See the error from Disk Utility and the capacity available in Finder.
Why is Apple suddenly very bad at counting bits and bytes?
How much space is really free on a given drive?
MacBook Pro (Retina, Mid 2012), OS X Mavericks (10.9), 2.7 i7, 16GB RAM, SSD, 2TB TM USB
It's not a good idea to store non-Time Machine backup files on a volume designated for Time Machine backups.
Why is Apple suddenly very bad at counting bits and bytes?
If you are confused now, just wait until Apple implements AFPS.
Why not? Why does it let you do so, then?
Because after all these decades a Mac remains a very open and user-configurable general purpose computer that still permits users to make a mess of things if they insist. It may not always be that way.
FWIW, you can't install Windows using Boot Camp on an external drive.
I'm not. I am making a disk image to back up my bootcamp drive. Thanks, tho.
Welcome. Never mind then. 😎
Why not? Why does it let you do so, then? Also, Time Machine reports correct drive space available. Thanks, tho.
Hard Drive Capacity Detection Is HARD
