![]() ![]() Since making this change we have experienced zero issues with our Time Machine backups. I install only WD Black series drives in the enclosures. This enclosure is self-powered (has its own power supply) so you don't have the issues of power starvation so commonly experienced with "bus powered" drives that must get all their power from the computer's USB port. It will run at slower USB2 speeds on your iMac but, again, will be at home and fast when you replace the 2010 model. If you can tolerate slower transfers you can save money and get the USB3-only version of the enclosure: The enclosure also has a USB3 port so, if you get a newer Mac, it is still compatible. As I also have a 2010 iMac I have FireWire 800 ports so I use that model enclosure-hugely faster than USB2: Looking to add storage, or for a smart way to back up your Mac Heres what you need to know, along with our top-rated Apple-friendly drives. One man's opinion: Having had grief with almost every brand of "name-brand" external drives, I now only buy empty enclosures from OWC, specifically the Mercury Elite Pro. The Best External Hard Drives and SSDs for Mac in 2022.
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