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transferring files from one computer to another
Posted: Mon December 29, 2014 4:54 pm
by Alex
what is the easiest way to do this? i've never participating in the cloud services on a large scale, so my files are mostly confined to the hard drive of my old computer. is there a drag-and-drop option that i can utilize as part of some sort of direct cord hook-up? or is this typically a piecemeal effort via flash drive transfers?
i've spent the past eight years with the same computer, so this is new for me.
Re: transferring files from one computer to another
Posted: Mon December 29, 2014 4:58 pm
by Kaius
Can't you just touch the computers together these days?
Re: transferring files from one computer to another
Posted: Mon December 29, 2014 5:04 pm
by Norah
Is the data currently on an old laptop?
Re: transferring files from one computer to another
Posted: Mon December 29, 2014 5:05 pm
by Norah
Because if it is open it up and take out the hard drive and then get yourself one of these:
http://www.amazon.com/USB-SATA-5-25-Cab ... B000YJBL78
Re: transferring files from one computer to another
Posted: Mon December 29, 2014 5:06 pm
by BurtReynolds
just pour the contents of the old tower into the new one. You may have to use your hands to scoop out a few bits.
Re: transferring files from one computer to another
Posted: Mon December 29, 2014 5:10 pm
by nyquillyn
Re: transferring files from one computer to another
Posted: Mon December 29, 2014 5:11 pm
by Norah
Either way...
Re: transferring files from one computer to another
Posted: Mon December 29, 2014 5:41 pm
by Alex
is there a way to do this without opening my computer? i have parkinson's disease. just tell me the easiest way.
Re: transferring files from one computer to another
Posted: Mon December 29, 2014 5:43 pm
by malice
you can hook up a cable and transfer it that way - i don't know how but have had it done on my old pcs to new pc switches.
Re: transferring files from one computer to another
Posted: Mon December 29, 2014 5:44 pm
by tommymtcom
Just buy an external hard drive.
Re: transferring files from one computer to another
Posted: Mon December 29, 2014 5:44 pm
by Norah
Alex wrote:is there a way to do this without opening my computer? i have parkinson's disease. just tell me the easiest way.
don't be a pussy hard drives are placed in laptops for easy removal
Re: transferring files from one computer to another
Posted: Mon December 29, 2014 5:48 pm
by Kaius
PM all files to me. I'll send them back once you get your new computer hooked up.
Re: transferring files from one computer to another
Posted: Mon December 29, 2014 5:48 pm
by Alex
is there a reason that malice's idea won't work? because it sounds like the reasonable way to do this.
Re: transferring files from one computer to another
Posted: Mon December 29, 2014 5:49 pm
by Norah
Alex wrote:is there a reason that malice's idea won't work? because it sounds like the reasonable way to do this.
beats me google it
Re: transferring files from one computer to another
Posted: Mon December 29, 2014 5:49 pm
by BurtReynolds
just take it to the store, luddite.
Re: transferring files from one computer to another
Posted: Mon December 29, 2014 5:51 pm
by Alex
guys, keep in mind that i'm salaried. i don't have the time to play geek squad, nor do i have the need to scrimp and save. just find an expensive cord and get back to me, thanks.
Re: transferring files from one computer to another
Posted: Mon December 29, 2014 5:51 pm
by tommymtcom
How much stuff are you transferring?
Re: transferring files from one computer to another
Posted: Mon December 29, 2014 5:53 pm
by Norah
Alex wrote:guys, keep in mind that i'm salaried. i don't have the time to play geek squad, nor do i have the need to scrimp and save. just find an expensive cord and get back to me, thanks.
that's exactly what I did its not my fault you're too much of a pussy to use a Phillips head screwdriver
Re: transferring files from one computer to another
Posted: Mon December 29, 2014 5:54 pm
by Alex
tommymtcom wrote:How much stuff are you transferring?
pretty much all of it
Re: transferring files from one computer to another
Posted: Mon December 29, 2014 5:54 pm
by Alex
cutuphalfdead wrote:Alex wrote:guys, keep in mind that i'm salaried. i don't have the time to play geek squad, nor do i have the need to scrimp and save. just find an expensive cord and get back to me, thanks.
that's exactly what I did its not my fault you're too much of a pussy to use a Phillips head screwdriver
i just don't have as much experience with breaching exteriors as you do, chud