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Q: Upgrading to new macbook pro

I am in the process of upgrading to a macbook pro. I recently updated the Oxs to el capitan on an old computer (macbook pro 2012). The new computer is coming with Yosemite installed. Should I upgrade the new computer to el capitan before migrating to the new computer?

MacBook Pro, iOS 8.2, windows pc- 7 and 8

Posted on Aug 13, 2016 4:37 PM

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  • by theratter,Apple recommended

    theratter theratter Aug 13, 2016 5:05 PM in response to poc939
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    Aug 13, 2016 5:05 PM in response to poc939

    Yes, that is what you should do before restoring from the old computer. If you make a file backup of your personal data, then you can restore it manually to the corresponding folders in the new compute's /Home/ folder.