What size drive do I need for Time Machine?

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Hi, looked for this info but can't find much.

I have a 120GB drive in my mac mini. What size ext drive do I need?
 
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We were discussing Time Machine at our local MUG last month, and it was agreed by those who are familiar with it, that the drive should be at least 2X your HD size. So for 120G, at least 250G drive should be used.

Good rule of thumb.
 

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