Harddisk to small , using referenced library, moving files to bigger disk

Hi !
I am using aperture for referencing files, what problems can be expected if the harddrive will be to small and i have to move all files to a bigger disk ?
i am sure to have the new harddisk named exactly as the old one , does aperture will find all my data ?

One way to deal with this issue id simply to relocate the Master files. Copy them to the new drive, In Aperture choose File> Manage referenced files. If the reconnect options are not readily available , click the show reconnect options button. Navigate to the new location and click. Click the reconnect all buttom. Click done. iView Media Pro will find the files if you move them to another drive and rename it the same name as where they came from, but I haven't tried this with Aperture and I don't believe it's documented because it's so easy to actually move the masters and reconnect. You can also choose to have Masters on several different drives if your images out grow your original location. By choosing manage referenced images, you can locate where each image is if you have the need.
Jeff

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3. Most importantly, migrating to a new disk or computer can be much more complex.
Always allowing for personal preference, I've yet to see a good reason to run iPhoto in referenced mode unless you're using two photo organisers.
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4. Test the library and when you're sure all is well, trash the one on your internal HD to free up space.
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Uploaded with plasq's Skitch!
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Regards
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When tracks in iTunes display a it means the file cannot be located; it may have been moved or deleted. You'll have to locate the file manually if it is still available. For more information refer to the following article:
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http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1408
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http://support.apple.com/kb/HT2519
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