I have a MacBook Air and a MacBook Pro and use both a lot. What is the best way to COPY (not transfer) data/pictures, etc. from one to the other?
Hmmm, since copying and transferring are the same thing I'm not sure what you want. Given that, connect the two via your home network, enable Filesharing on each, then copy/transfer data back and forth.
Thanks, Kappy. I didn't want to use Migration Assistant because I don't want to delete anything. Just want to copy all documents, pictures, and maybe even settings, from one to the other. Thanks again for your time.
Then Filesharing on your network is the easiest solution. You can do it wirelessly or wired or combination of both. I use it all the time for my computers. No Migration Assistant required.
Thanks again - I'm actually pretty new to the MacBook (have used iPhone, iPad, iPod for years). I will try the filesharing!!
Dumb question ...
Okay, I have both MacBooks in the same room ... both connected to network ... both with Filesharing enabled. Now how do I copy everything from the Air to the Pro??
See if the above helps you get set up. What versions of OS X are the two computers using?
Both are running MAC OS X 10.7.4 with current updates
Then those links should cover it. But just in case:
How to Set up File Sharing in Mac OS X Lion - For Dummies
AirDrop: Mac OS X Lion new local file sharing system (First Look ...
Copy from MacBook Air to MacBook Pro
