How to move from mac to mac and keep all apps/documents settings etc.

[bdaetgibson]

Hi Guys,


I have a Classic MBP 13" and am deciding to move to the Retina Macbook Pro 13"

I currently backup my Mac using time machine (and I assume everything is backed up)

Is there a way i can use the backup of my current mac, and use it on the retina Mac I will soon buy.

If so, great. Otherwise.. what is the fastest way to move all my apps/documents across?? Wifi Settings etc. Even the extras I get through MacPorts

Cheers for your help guys!

[simsaladimbamba]

Setup / Migration Assistant can do that for you.

Migration Assistant / Setup Assistant information:

Setting-up a new Mac from an old one, its Backups, or a PC
which includes:

• Using Setup Assistant on Lion
• Using Migration Assistant on Lion
• Transferring files from one User Account to another
• Transferring Home Folders not on a Startup volume
• Transferring Applications
• Problems after using Migration Assistant

more information: Apple OSX and Time Machine Tips