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Time machine I know is the backup system for my iMac. Everytime I try to back up it searches for an "Airport" utility. What is that? Because I cant backup without it apparently.
 
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What are you using for the Time Machine to back up to?
 
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Airport Utility is the tool that helps you configure your wifi settings, and Time Machine can be used with Time Capsule to back up wirelessly. But if you're using a plugged in external drive, you shouldn't need it. As soon as you plug in the drive, you should get a message asking you if you want to use it as your backup disk.

If you're trying to back up to a wireless external drive, then yes, you will need to configure your Airport settings before Time Machine will work.
 

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