How do i sync my iphone to my new Macbook pro?

I recently just purchased a new Macbook Pro and i'd like to be able to sync my iphone to it and use it as my main computer. Whenever i try to sync it though it says that it has to erase all my content. This wouldnt be a problem since i backed up my phone on the Macbook and i did Home sharing from my other computer, so all my music, movies, and apps are on my Mac, but im worried its going to mess up all my data on my iphone. Is it going to erase my contacts, calander events, text conversations, settings, pics, and/or saved data on apps? If someone could tell me everything that happens when i click erase all data, as well as a possible alternative way of syncing my iphone, i would be very thankful.

Follow this article How to back up your data and set up as a new device
In short: Disable autosync, set up at least one contact and event on your Mac, back up manually, tranfer your purchases, sync and let it get erased, restore from the manual backup you made.
What's inside your backup: iPhone and iPod touch: About backups

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