Swap ssd to new MacBook?

[Ifti]

I have MacBook Pro - specs in sig, running Lion.

I'm considering purchasing a new MacBook now that the newer systems have a decent spec bump over my current unit.

I want to keep my SSD though, and I have all the program's and settings as I want them. Can I simply remove my current SSD and install it into the new MacBook, then run a software update?

 

[Ifti]

I guess the other option is to use migration assistant to move everything across, then clone the drive, install the SSD, and restore the clone?

If I have to use migration assistant, does it move everything so my new MacBook will be set up exactly like the old?

 

[maflynn]

That should work, as long as it will boot.

 

[Weaselboy]

Maybe. Sometimes new models have a special build of the OS, even though both are 10.7.4 for example. I know the new Airs use a special build, but not sure about the Pro models.

 

[ClassObject]

I boot my current version MacBook air with an OS cloned from my Mac pro. Works fine