Copy my old HD to a new mac

My old MacBook Pro crashed but not the harddrive which was saved and still is working (and the only backup I have). How do I copy the old HD to the new MacBook Pro I bought? Could I start it up from the old HD if I connect it to the new mac?

Connect them with a FireWire cable, start the old one in Target Disk Mode (hold "T" while booting), and use Migration Assistant on the new computer to transfer your accounts and data. It is safer to reinstall applications on the new computer rather than get them from the old computer.

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I ran out of space on my time machine because I bought a new I MAC to replace the old one. So I copied the old one on the new one and in addition to that I own a macbook. So what should I do erase the old IMAC on my Time capsule ? Shall I reset it?

I ran out of space on my time machine because I bought a new I MAC to replace the old one. So I copied the old one on the new one and in addition to that I own a macbook. So what should I do erase the old IMAC on my Time capsule ? Shall I reset it?

Go to the airport utility and erase the TC disk.. a quick erase is fine and takes less than 1min usually.
A one pass erase takes several hours depending on how big the hard disk is.. but is somewhat safer in that it tests the drive condition. I normally don't bother for a TM backup.
When you start over you should be able to fit both backups on the TC.. assuming the disk is 2x larger at least than the space used on both the MB and the iMac.
If not you can also add a USB drive to the TC, and use that for one of the computers.
The slowest one is best.. as USB is slow.. but fast enough for wireless you won't notice much.

How do I move all files from an old PPC to a new Mac Mini?

How do I move all files from an old PPC to a new Mac Mini?

The new mini has a Firewire 800 port. Likely the PPC version only has Firewire 400. The OP will need a converter cable which is why I was asking first about what hardware is available and how much is being copied.
Probably go with using the external hard drive if you decide all you want are data files.
If you want to migrate:
Kappy: A Basic Guide for Migrating to Intel-Macs - http://discussions.apple.com/message/10257343
Mac OS X 10.3, 10.4: Transferring data with Setup Assistant / Migration Assistant FAQ - http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1554
Setting-up a new Mac from an old one or its Backups - http://web.me.com/pondini/AppleTips/Setup.html

I have a rather old iMac 20" (mid 2007) and I want to upgrade the Hard drive. How do I change it? How do I transfer all my applications? May I just copy the old hd into the new one? Thanks.

I have a rather old iMac 20" (mid 2007) and I want to upgrade the Hard drive. How do I change it? How do I transfer all my applications? May I just copy the old hd into the new one? Thanks.

There are many online tutorials on how to change out the HD on a mid 2007 iMac. One of the originals is from 2007 and is Upgrade your iMac 20" or iMac 24" aluminum (mid 2007) to 1TB Hard Drive and 4 GB RAM - DIY Guide. As far as migrating your system Apple helps out with that in Setup Assistant which automatically starts when you turn on a new Mac for the first time. After you have installed the new HD you will have to format the new HD to Mac OS Extended (Journaled) and then you will have to install OS X. The first time you turn it on Setup Assistant will start. Follow the directions and you will be fine. In order to restore your information you will need to backup what is on the current internal HD first. I'd recommend using Time Machine (Assuming you are using Leopard or later) AND also creating a bootable clone using either SuperDuper or Carbon Copy Cloner.
Please complete your profile so at the very least we know what version of OS X your machine has installed.

I need help connecting my old pc to my new mac book pro.

I cannot connect my old pc to my new mac book pro. Can anyone help me through this process. Thx.

OK. Starting with iTunes: Macworld - How to transfer iTunes libraries between PC and Mac.
Get yourself an external hard drive and format it using NTFS on your PC. OS X can read from an NTFS formatted drive. Copy your photos and documents to this drive. Use the drive to transfer you iTunes data via the method outlined in the above linked article. This will prove easier and faster than using a network.
I am not experienced with PC networks. See if this is helpful: Set Up Your Home Network, Windows 7 Edition - PC World.

How do i move my Ipod library from my old g4 to my new mac pro

How do i move my Ipod library from my old g4 to my new mac pro

Hi there Jimmyjfar,
You may find the information in the article below helpful.
iTunes: How to move your music to a new computer
http://support.apple.com/kb/ht4527
-Griff W.

I use migrate assistant to move files from my old pc to the new Mac , but it creates the user account. How can i delete the unwanted user account.

i use migrate assistant to move files from my old pc to the new Mac , but it creates the user account. How can i delete the unwanted user account.

Welcome to Apple Support Communities
That's the classic behaviour after using Migration Assistant and that's normal.
To transfer the data from the new user account to your old user account, you can follow some steps. Here is all the information you need to do this > https://discussions.apple.com/docs/DOC-5472

Got new macbook pro. What is the best way to transfer my itunes from my old pc to my new mac? I want to be able to plug my iphones and ipad in to new mac and have redo anything

Got new macbook pro. What is the best way to transfer my itunes from my old pc to my new mac? I want to be able to plug my iphones and ipad in to new mac and have redo anything

See Here... This should transfer everything...
Move iTunes Library from PC to MAC
http://www.macworld.com/article/146958/2010/03/move_itunes_windows_mac.html

How do I move photoshop from old windows computer to new mac?

I've been trying to move Adobe Photoshop Elements 10 from my old PC to my new mac. I understand that you have to de-authorize it on the PC and then re-download it on the mac, using the same license key, but when I re-download it it's the PC version, not the mac. How do I download the mac version?
Thank you!

You can't run Windows programs on OS X, only in Windows in a virtual machine in OS X or via BootCamp.
Just download the Adobe program for OS X and ask about switching the license so it works on the OS X platform.
It might be you have to upgrade to a later version anyway and pehaps they will give you a upgrade price instead of having to buy the full verison, talk to them.

How do I get my movies from my iTunes library on my old laptop to my new mac pro?

How do I get my movies from my itune library on my old laptop to my new mac pro?

Look at my post in the thread linked to below. It explains how to turn on Home Sharing.
https://discussions.apple.com/thread/3461734
Also check my posts in the thread linked to below for more information on importing the music from one computer to the other.
https://discussions.apple.com/message/16754395
Let me know if you still need help.

I want to transfer adobe premier elements from my old PC to my new mac book pro, how do i do it?

I want to transfer adobe premier elements from my old PC to my new mac book pro, how do i do it?
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photo shop elements 12
What is your program? You specifically ask about Premiere Elements but your ID = photo shop elements 12.
It is confusing why Reynolds Films 2014 is replying to your thread, talking about Photoshop Elements.
Assuming some version of Premiere Elements currently on some Windows operating system.
What version of Premiere Elements do you have and on what computer operating system does it exist?
How did you install your version of Premiere Elements on Windows - installation files from an online purchase or
from installation disc from purchase of the product in box packaging?
What installation files or installation disc do you have?
You cannot install Premiere Elements Windows installation files on a Mac computer. If you want Premiere Elements
for your Mac computer, you will need to buy a version of Premiere Elements Mac that is supported by your Mac computer.
If you purchased Premiere Elements Windows in box packaging, it probably came with 2 installation discs, one for
Windows and one for Mac. If that is the case, use the Mac installation disc to try to install the program on your
Mac computer.
But, we need the details from you in order to sort out what is and what needs to be done.
Looking forward to your follow up.
Thanks.
ATR

After migrating a new Mac Book Pro from Time Capsule, I noticed that I lost a group of Favorites on the older iMac. The puzzling thing is that the Favorites are on my iPhone--not the old iMac or the new Mac Book Pro. How do I get the Favorites back?

After migrating a new Mac Book Pro from Time Capsule, I noticed that I lost a group of Favorites on the older iMac. The puzzling thing is that the Favorites are on my iPhone--not the old iMac or the new Mac Book Pro. How do I get the Favorites back?

If you are syncing using iCloud, try going to System Preferences/iCloud (computers) and checking Safari. If it is checked, try deselecting it, wait 10-15 seconds, and then check it again.

HT2518 How do I access the info transferred from my old PC on my new Mac?

I did the migratin from my old PC to my new Mac Book. I am really new with the MAC os. I can't find any of the 250 GB of Info transfered to my ne mac. Any help here?

install pse 12 on your new computer. if you no longer need it on your old one, deactivate (help>deactivate) it.
then migrate your catalogs, Use Backup, Restore to move catalog | Organizer | Elements 6 or later

I transferred excell spreadsheet from my old pc to my new mac. I used it last fortnight but now cannot find it. Any Help please.

I transferred excell spreadsheet from my old pc to my new mac. I used it last fortnight but now cannot find it. Any Help please.
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I have recently transferred data from my old PC to my new Mac Book Pro (Mavericks OS). Each transfer creates a new User account (titled 'Owner', 'Owner 1', etc). I want to merge the files from these transfers into my main user account. Help?

I have recently transferred data from my old PC to my new Mac Book Pro (Mavericks OS). Each transfer creates a new User account (titled 'Owner', 'Owner 1', etc). I want to merge / consolidate the files from these newly created User accounts into my main user account. Is there a tutorial for this process, or any tips? Anyone?

Four transfers. After the initial attempt with Migration Assistant failed (after hours and hours of wifi transfer) I did "mini-transfers" of more manageable, smaller bits of files -- my music in one, photos in another, etc. Since posting my question in this forum, i contacted Apple support, chatted with Angela, and she suggested getting an ethernet-USB adapter for my mac, connecting my external drive with ethernet and transferring files manually -- that is, NOT using the Migration Assistant at all. She sent me this link to help: Switch Basics: Migrate your Windows files to your Mac. I appreciate your response, tho', Csound1!

Copy my old HD to a new mac

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