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Best way to migrate files from a 2011 iMac to a new iMac

What is the Best way to migrate files from a 2011 iMac to a new iMac


iMac 21.5″, macOS 10.13

Posted on May 15, 2023 11:20 AM

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Posted on May 15, 2023 11:30 AM

The fastest, easiest and most reliable way, is to connect the 2011 iMac’s Time Machine backup drive to the new iMac and Migrate from it.


see > Transfer to a new Mac with Migration Assistant - Apple Support


Note: you may also need a USB-C to USB-A adapter, if the new iMac is only equipped with USB-C ports.

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Best way to migrate files from a 2011 iMac to a new iMac

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