Q: How do I get files off of a macbook pro that doesn't have a working trackpad or keyboard? Is it possible to connect it to a new macbook pro?

I spilled water on my old macbook pro and now the keyboard and trackpad no longer work. I have a new one but want to get some files off of the old one. What would be the easiest way of doing this. The old one also has a password so I'm not sure I could get into it anyway.

Posted on Sep 3, 2014 10:58 PM

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Kappy Sep 3, 2014 11:14 PM in response to Dustinfromminneapolis
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Sep 3, 2014 11:14 PM in response to Dustinfromminneapolis

You could remove the hard drive and put it into an external enclosure. You can connect it to another Mac via Target Disk Mode and transfer the files you want that way. If you put the drive into an external enclosure you can use Migration Assistant to transfer your Home folder to the new computer.
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