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SSD for Timemachine

I am considering getting an SSD for my Time Machine backups. I have used various HDDs, including Apple's Time Capsule, but never an SSD. With my current level if ignorance, I would get something like https://tinyurl.com/y82f53ad


Any opinions, comments or enlightenment appreciated. The only questions I have formatted are:


#1. Any SSD specific considerations?

#2. Any brands to specifically consider or avoid?


Posted on Dec 16, 2020 5:06 AM

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Posted on Dec 16, 2020 5:38 AM

I have used Sandisk, Samsung and WD and all are fine. format APFS. You should have a TM that is 2-4 times the size of your internal drive.

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SSD for Timemachine

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