I’ve bought a new Mac mini and want to transfer files etc from my current Mac mini. The instructions for Migration Assistant seem to require both to be connected to monitors. I only have one monitor, how can I use MA with only on device connected to a monitor?
You can use most any HDMI TV with either of the Mac mini's.
However, beware that,
migrating over you local network is really slow and highly prone to fail
a direct Ethernet to Ethernet is more reliable but sadly still really slow
Your best bet, is to connect the old Mac mini's Time Machine backup to the new Mac mini and Migrate from it.
You can use most any HDMI TV with either of the Mac mini's.
However, beware that,
migrating over you local network is really slow and highly prone to fail
a direct Ethernet to Ethernet is more reliable but sadly still really slow
Your best bet, is to connect the old Mac mini's Time Machine backup to the new Mac mini and Migrate from it.
I can not say for sure but since both computers must have the Migration Assistant app running, I would first connect the monitor to the older Mac and turn M.A. on. Then I would connect the monitor to the newer Mac, turn M.A. on and then follow the instructions. also, connect the two Macs with a USB cable, not Wi-Fi. It's too slow. Give it a try. it should work. Then enjoy your new Mac.
Migration Assistant for 2 Mac minis
