Apr 27, 2023 · To upgrade from your old iMac to your new Mac mini, you'll want to first use an external drive and create a Time Machine backup on the old iMac. When that is complete, connect that TM backup drive to your new mini, startup the machine and follow the prompts. When asked if you'd like to transfer data, select the TM backup option.

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Aug 26, 2023 · 1. **Backup Old iMac:** If you haven't already, make sure to create a Time Machine backup of your old iMac. Connect an external hard drive and set up Time Machine to back up your files. 2. **Set Up New iMac:** Power on your new iMac and follow the initial setup process. You'll be prompted to select your language, Wi-Fi network, and other ...

Dec 2, 2024 · Connect an old 27" Apple Thunderbolt Display to a recent Mac; Connect an old Thunderbolt 1 or 2 dock or multi-drive RAID enclosure to a recent Mac. Connect a Thunderbolt 3 or 4 dock to an old Mac for which new docks would otherwise be unavailable. Connect an old and new Mac to do Thunderbolt data transfers (e.g., with the old Mac in Target Disk ...

Jun 4, 2021 · Rather than use Migration Assistant, I freshly installed all my needed iMac software (i.e., MS Office for Mac, 3rd party utilities, etc.) manually. I then copied my desktop, documents folders/files, and photos. Now I am seeking to transfer my large library of music files which I had copied into my old iMac from CDs..

Feb 11, 2024 · Yes, you can use your old iMac as a second monitor by using Target Display Mode. However, Target Display Mode is only supported on certain iMac models, and unfortunately, your iMac (Retina 5K, 27-inch, Late 2014) does not support this feature.

Dec 13, 2024 · For each third-party application that you used on the old iMac, you need to visit their vendor site (or Mac App Store) and determine if there is a current version compatible with macOS Sequoia v15.2. If you were using Microsoft Office on the iMac, you will likely need a new installation and license for Sequoia.

Jun 7, 2008 · If removed from your iMac, that drive could be installed in a desktop Mac or an external enclosure to be Zeroed. There are also "non-enclosures" for as little as US$20 that can power the drive and supply a USB interface so that it can be zeroed or re-used. A working iMac can still be used by some not-for-profits.

Jul 26, 2023 · When you buy a new Mac the easiest, quickest and most reliable method to migrate from the old Mac to the new Mac is to simply connect the old Mac's Time Machine External Hard Disk to the new Mac using a USB cable before you turn on the new Mac.