Just like most of you, I am already sold out and just can’t wait to embrace the most stunning MBP ever made. Fortunately, transferring data from old Mac to new Mac is no longer a lengthy affair. You can get it done in just a few steps. Let’s find out!
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How to Transfer Old Mac’s Data to Your New MacBook Pro
There are few things you must do before moving ahead with the process.
Make sure both of your Macs are connected to the power source.
- Make sure you have FireWire, Ethernet or Thunderbolt cable. Direct connection allows you to transfer the data with more speed. Don’t have the required cable? Then, local Wi-Fi network can do the job for you
- Make sure to update the software of your old Mac just in case it’s running OS X 7 (Snow Leopard) or earlier
- You need to name your old Mac. To do so, open System Preferences → Sharing → then, you have to enter a name in the Computer Name field
How to Migrate your old Mac’s data to your new Mac
Step #1. On your old Mac, you need to connect the FireWire, Thunderbolt or Ethernet cable from your old Mac to new Mac.
Step #2. You must ensure that your Macs are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
Step #3. Now, you have to open your new Mac. Launch a Finder window and then click on Applications in the sidebar.
Step #4. Then, double-click on the Utilities folder. You need to double-click on Migration Assistant as well.
Step #5. Click on Continue. Enter your administrator password if asked. Then, you have to click OK.
Step #6. Click From a Mac… when you are prompted to select how you would like to transfer your information. Then, you need to click Continue.
Step #7. Now, on your old Mac, open a Finder window. Click on Applications in the sidebar. Double-click on the Utilities folder.
Make sure to double-click on Migration Assistant. Then, you need to click Continue.
Now, you have to enter your administrator password if asked. Click OK.
Then, you have to click To a new Mac… when you are asked to select how you wish to transfer your information. Click Continue
Step #8. Next, on your new Mac. Migration Assistant will be in search of a source. You have to choose your old Mac.
Note: You will need to select your Time Machine hard drive just in case you are using Time Machine backup.
Then, click Continue. Now, you should see the security code on the screen.
Step #10. On your old Mac, you have to confirm that the code on your old Mac is the same. Then, Click Continue.
Step #11. Finally, on your new Mac, you have to choose the files, settings, apps, and other information you wish to transfer to your new Mac. Then, click Continue.
That’s all! Now, you need to wait for some time until the migration process is successfully completed.
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The adaptors and cables in this article work with these Mac computers and iPad Pro devices:
- Mac models that have Thunderbolt 3 ports. These ports support both Thunderbolt 3 and USB-C connections.
- Mac models that have a USB-C port. This port supports USB-C connections.
- iPad Pro models that have a USB-C port. This port supports USB-C connections.
To find the right cable or adaptor for your Mac or iPad Pro, use the information below to identify the connector on the end of the cable coming from your display, hard drive, camera, hub or other device. Check the end that is meant to plug into your Mac or iPad Pro.
Thunderbolt 3
If you're using an Apple Thunderbolt 3 cable or other Thunderbolt 3 cable with your display or other device, it will connect to your Mac without an adaptor.
The Apple Pro Display XDR and LG UltraFine 5K Display use Thunderbolt 3.
USB-C
If you're using a mophie USB-C Cable with USB-C Connector or other USB-C cable with your device, it will connect to your Mac or iPad Pro without an adaptor.
The LG UltraFine 4K Display uses USB-C.
USB-A
If you're using a USB-A cable with your device, use the Apple USB-C to USB Adaptor, the Apple USB-C Digital AV Multiport Adaptor, the Apple USB-C VGA Multiport Adaptor or another USB-C to USB-A adaptor to connect your device to your Mac or iPad Pro.
To charge an iPhone, iPad or iPod touch from a Thunderbolt 3 or USB-C port without one of these adaptors, you can use the Apple USB-C to Lightning Cable instead.
Ethernet
If you're using an Ethernet cable with your device, use a third-party USB-C to Ethernet adaptor, such as the Belkin USB-C to Gigabit Ethernet Adaptor.
Thunderbolt or Thunderbolt 2
If you're using a Thunderbolt or Thunderbolt 2 cable with a Thunderbolt display or other device, use the Apple Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt 2 Adaptor.
This is the correct adaptor for the Apple Thunderbolt Display.
Thunderbolt and Thunderbolt 2 are not the same as Mini DisplayPort . They have the same shape, but use different symbols on the cable and port.
Mini DisplayPort
If you're using a Mini DisplayPort cable with a Mini DisplayPort display, use a third-party USB-C to Mini DisplayPort adaptor. Check with the manufacturer about compatibility with your Mac and display model.
This is the correct solution for the Apple LED Cinema Display.
Mini DisplayPort is not the same as Thunderbolt or Thunderbolt 2 . They have the same shape, but use different symbols on the cable and port.
DisplayPort
If you're using a DisplayPort cable with your display, use a third-party USB-C to DisplayPort adaptor or cable, such as the Moshi USB-C to DisplayPort Cable.
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HDMI
If you're using an HDMI cable with your display, use the Apple USB-C Digital AV Multiport Adaptor or a third-party USB-C to HDMI adaptor or cable.
VGA
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If you're using a VGA cable with your display, use the Apple USB-C VGA Multiport Adaptor. Or use a third-party USB-C to VGA adaptor, such as the Belkin USB-C to VGA Adaptor.
DVI
If you're using a DVI cable with your display, use a third-party USB-C to DVI adaptor or cable. Check with the manufacturer about compatibility with your Mac and display model.
Learn more
- You can use your USB-C Power Adaptor and charging cable with any Thunderbolt 3 or USB-C port on your Mac or iPad Pro.
- If you have an Apple TV connected to your TV, projector or other display, you can use AirPlay to wirelessly stream video to that display, or extend the desktop of your primary display.
- Learn about using external monitors with your Mac.
- Learn more about using the USB-C port on your iPad Pro.