No link for download of migration assistant

I have just received a 27-inch iMac 3.4GHz and was attempting to use migration assistant v2.1.2.0 to transfer files from a Windows 8.1 PC. The screen for download of migration assistant has no link to initiate the download. Apple Support just gives me the message "We'll be back soon". How do I download migration assistant?

iMac with Retina 5K display, macOS High Sierra (10.13.6)

Posted on Jul 20, 2018 8:54 AM

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Jul 20, 2018 1:03 PM in response to alec888

What version of OS X/mac OS are you running ( menu : About this Mac), and while in that panel, what is reported on the entry for iMac (27-inch, _____)?


If this is a used iMac that you just purchased, or was gifted, you will have to first perform a clean install to associate the machine with your Apple ID, and perform updates — before you attempt to migrate from a Windows 8.1 PC.


There is no standalone download of migration assistant. It is installed by the Mac operating system, and located in Applications : Utilities. You can access it via the Dock : Launchpad : Other click sequence, or by clicking on the Desktop, and pressing shift+command+u.


How to move your content to a new Mac.

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