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new2mac2013

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Q: any idea how long it takes for migrate process. Is it the best way to transfer old computer files to your mac?

Any idea how long it takes for migrate process to complete. Is it the best way to transfer file from your pc to mac?

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Posted on Aug 2, 2013 12:18 PM

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Q: any idea how long it takes for migrate process. Is it the best way to transfer old computer files to your mac?

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by baltwo,

baltwo Aug 2, 2013 12:58 PM in response to new2mac2013
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Aug 2, 2013 12:58 PM in response to new2mac2013

Yes, if transferring from a PC. As far as time, depends on the connection and how much data your're transferring.
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by Csound1,Helpful

Csound1 Aug 3, 2013 10:00 AM in response to new2mac2013
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Aug 3, 2013 10:00 AM in response to new2mac2013

If you are using Migration Assistant with a WiFi connection expect 12+ hours, 24 hours is possible.

If you are using hardwired network connections expect 4 to 8 hours.
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