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transfer data from another mac
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thx for the reply
actually i dont want a clone, i just need most file transfer but not everything.
I've tried using time machine to backup some of the stuff but for some reason the stuff i backup from my mba can only be taken out from mba
thx again
Um... MacBook Air?
OP, do this, but over a Wi-Fi network instead of Ethernet. Unless you want to buy the Ethernet adapter.
Make sure your Wi-Fi network is secure (just use your home network if you have one, rather than a public one).
When you start up a brand new mac you get the possibility to use the migration manager to transfer all your data. Just follow the guide during the initial startup and have an ethernet cable ready to connect your old mac to your new.
EDIT: aha, no ethernet, wireless should work, maybe USB or firewire if your MBA has one of these.
EDIT: aha, no ethernet, wireless should work, maybe USB or firewire if your MBA has one of these.
Again... MacBook Air...
He'll need the Ethernet adapter if he's doing it over Ethernet.
Yes. No.
No. It is virtually unnecessary for the marketed demographic.
Open Applications/Utilities/Migration Assistant to migrate user info, applications and/or most systems settings over Airport. No cables.
Since both machines use Draft-N wireless, your transfer speeds should be zippy enough.
EDIT: unless this is overkill. In which case, use Create Network under the airport icon at the top of your screen.
Since both machines use Draft-N wireless, your transfer speeds should be zippy enough.
EDIT: unless this is overkill. In which case, use Create Network under the airport icon at the top of your screen.