how do i transfer data from my old macbook to a new macbook pro?

see here and look under "other apple tips and information" http://pondini.org/OSX/Home.html

You might want to try Migration Assistant to transfer data between ur old macbook and new macbook.

http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4413?viewlocale=en_US&locale=en_US

I've used Migration Assistant in the past and it's working like a champ. You either want to connect your MBPs using a Firewire cable or have them connected to the same router with Ethernet cabling. Don't attempt a wifi transfer - it could take a whole day.

Both links provided are good - they both point to various ways to transfer data. I just prefer MA.

Clinton