Is there a way I can move old Time Machine Backups to a new drive?

My Time Machine drive (used exclusively for TM, no other files on it) started failing. I have the replacement, but would like move some of the old backups over. How can I do this?

Posted on Dec 24, 2021 01:25 PM

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tbirdvet

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Posted on Dec 24, 2021 04:47 PM

Follow this process:

https://www.lifewire.com/move-time-machine-new-backup-drive-2260093

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tbirdvet

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Dec 24, 2021 04:47 PM in response to Brady Nations

Follow this process:

https://www.lifewire.com/move-time-machine-new-backup-drive-2260093

Jack-19

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Dec 24, 2021 01:47 PM in response to Brady Nations

What is the brand and model of the new drive?

Jack

Dec 24, 2021 01:48 PM in response to Jack-19

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Is there a way I can move old Time Machine Backups to a new drive?