Can TM back up to a 2nd internal drive in MacPro?

All the help files include info on backing up to external drives but I haven't seen anything on backing up to an internal drive in a MacPro. I suspect it will work, but just need a Yes or No.
Set up is MP with two HDs, one for system & one for TM.
TIA

yes, it will work. I've been doing it ever since Leopard came out on both of my mac pros. much faster and more convenient than using an external.

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