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My Apple ID and password are constantly asked for iCloud backup on my mini mac. This is a never ending loop and it doesn't seem back accept the Apple ID and password. I have shutdown the computer restarted it. All my other devices backup with no problem just the mini mac.
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Mac mini, macOS 10.15
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iCloud can only fully backup iOS iPhones and iPads. It can not backup macOS devices like your Mac mini.
see > What does iCloud back up? - Apple Support
and > iCloud - Official Apple Support
To fully backup your Mac mini, you need to get an external backup drive and use Time Machine.
see > Back up your Mac with Time Machine - Apple Support
Or.... optionally use third party cloning software like CarbonCopyCloner or SuperDuper.
https://bombich.com/ or https://www.shirt-pocket.com/SuperDuper/SuperDuperDescription.html
What model is it? If possible, try updating to a newer version such as macOS Monterey or Ventura. If you have a newer model, update to macOS Sonoma 14.6.
My Apple ID and password are constantly asked for iCloud backup on my Mac mini
