Related Article: Transfer to a new Mac with Migration Assistant

Looks like no one’s replied in a while. To start the conversation again, simply ask a new question.

Using Migration assistant with external drive

Next week I get my new Macbook Air. I will be transferring everything from the old to the new using the migration assistant. My time capsule data is on an external drive. Why do the instructions have steps using the old Mac?


Thanks


Denny...

MacBook Air 13″, macOS 11.4

Posted on Jun 3, 2021 7:39 AM

Reply
Question marked as Apple recommended

Migration Assistant asks if you want to transfer content from a Mac or a Time Machine backup. Select that option.

Posted on Jun 3, 2021 10:53 AM

1 reply
5 replies

Using Migration assistant with external drive

Welcome to Apple Support Community
A forum where Apple customers help each other with their products. Get started with your Apple ID.