HT202380: Time Machine: How to transfer backups from a current backup drive to a new backup drive

Learn about Time Machine: How to transfer backups from a current backup drive to a new backup drive

robertfromblue ridge

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Mac OS X

Q: Setting up a new MacBook, my second. Transfer data from old Mac or use Time Machine?

I am getting a new MacBook Air. I tend to worry in advance of things. What is the best way to transfer my data to the new MacBook? I have been backing up with Time Machine to an external HD. But it seems like you can transfer the data directly to the new machine from the old with cable or through Wi-Fi. What is the best way?

Thank you!!

MacBook Air, OS X Yosemite (10.10.1)

Posted on Mar 11, 2015 7:22 PM

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Kappy Mar 11, 2015 7:27 PM in response to robertfromblue ridge
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Mar 11, 2015 7:27 PM in response to robertfromblue ridge

If you have a current backup of the old machine, then the quickest way is to restore items from your backup drive. If you don't know how this is done, then visit visit Pondini's Time Machine FAQ for help.
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