How do I convert my Time Machine backup from ethernet to wireless?

I'm doing my first backup of 300+ GB via wired ethernet to save time and then covert the Time Capsule back to wireless and it seems to start over again.  Help!

Are you trying to merge your data into an existing accout? or are you just trying to restore it so you can use it?
If the latter, just create a new account on the iMac (System Preferences -> Accounts), then log into that account. Hold the Option key when you select the Time Machine icon in the menu bar and choose the 'Browse other bacup disks...' option. This will let you connect to another user's backup and restore your data.

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    from this support article: 
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  • When I get to the select disk page it says that the HD is uesd as time machine drive. How can I remove time machine backup from my Mac.

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