the old Mac is dead

the old Mac is dead, but I have time machine backups. However, the migration assistant seems to expect being able to access the old Mac. What am I missing?

Posted on Jul 27, 2022 6:12 PM

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Posted on Jul 27, 2022 6:24 PM

See the instructions in Restore your Mac from a backup - Apple Support

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Jul 27, 2022 6:24 PM in response to TheyRodeOn

See the instructions in Restore your Mac from a backup - Apple Support

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