How do I get files from old computer to new one

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|I have both computers connected with a cord and now what.

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You need to make sure it is a crossover network cable.

Transferring files with a Crossover Cable
http://www.techlearning.com/itguy/showArticle.php?articleID=22100452

You won't be able to copy/transfer programs though, these will need to be
reinstalled on the new one.

Can I transfer my software to my new machine?
http://ask-leo.com/can_i_transfer_my_software_to_my_new_machine.html

You could also copy the entire hard drive from the old computer to the new
one using an imaging program sush as Acronis True Image or Norton Ghost or
others available on the market.
 
If one falls off of the desk, it could well pull the other down with it..
are you sure that tying a cord around each one is such a good idea?
 
Mike Hall - MS MVP said:
If one falls off of the desk, it could well pull the other down with
it.. are you sure that tying a cord around each one is such a good idea?
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I've had 100% success with file transfers, using a cord with a tin can
at each end, glued to each modem.
 
I've had 100% success with file transfers, using a cord with a tin can
at each end, glued to each modem.
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I had trouble getting one computer higher than the other so that "down"
loading would be faster....
 
I had trouble getting one computer higher than the other so that "down"
loading would be faster....
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I thought you had to drill two holes in each can, and use two
cords, to enable the two-way communication mode?
 
Milroy53 said:
I have both computers connected with a cord and now what.
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How do I get the gas out of my Chevrolet and into my Ford? I have both cars
connected by a clothesline and now what?
 
I have both computers connected with a cord and now what.
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Sorry. Everyone's been having a bit of fun with your question so far. As
you can see, we can't be certain from the information that you provided as
to what exactly you have done so far.

There are several different types of "cord." Depending on which kind you
used, you may be on your way to an ad hoc network or creating a two PC
workgroup. Or you've attached a cable designed for a specific application
such as a "Laplink."

While any of those methods will work for transferring files, they may be
more work than is necessary. Decide what personal files you want to
transfer. If practical, consider copying them to CD, an external hard drive
or a USB memory stick. Then, attaching or inserting that media to the new
computer, copy the data to the new computer's hard drive.

NOTE: While there are still such things as stand alone applications that
can be copied from one computer to the other, these are no longer very
common. Most software cannot be transferred by copying - instead it must be
installed on the new computer. Once the software is installed, it can be
used with any of its data files that you've copied over manually.
 
"Ken Blake said:
How do I get the gas out of my Chevrolet and into my Ford? I have both cars
connected by a clothesline and now what?
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I found it very easy, but using hosepipe and a screwdriver to pop the
fuel lid on the other car.
Most important is to use a wider bore pipe to speed the transfer. It is
vital to get max transfer rates before any spoilers interfere.

HTH
 
I have a similar problem; in my case, I was having problems with the old
desktop computer so I made a backup DVD copy of the important files using the
"START-ALL PROGS-ACCS-SYSTEM TOOLS-BACKUP" in XP pro. The new DELL laptop has
XP Home which does not have the BACKUP in SYSTEM TOOLS. Since it's a laptop,
I can't just install the desktop's old drive in it.

So, the question is "How can I restore these backed-up files onto the new
computer?"
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You can either install NT backup (it is possible to do this with XP Home)
and restore your already prepared backup file

or

you can go back to the old PC and do a direct copy of the wanted files
without NTBackup's help. Or use NTBackup on this machine to "unpack" the
DVD's bkf file and then transfer the results to a new DVD.

To install ntbackup in XP Home, look on the XP disk for this folder:
\VALUEADD\MSFT\NTBACKUP\
Inside is a file named ntbackup.msi
Double click that file to install.
Reference: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/302894/EN-US/
 
message |I have a similar problem; in my case, I was having problems with the old
| desktop computer so I made a backup DVD copy of the important files using
the
| "START-ALL PROGS-ACCS-SYSTEM TOOLS-BACKUP" in XP pro. The new DELL laptop
has

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"Phil in Port Dover" You really should start your own thread and not
piggyback on someone elses.
 
I think the OP will have run away and hidden long before getting this far
down the thread !

regards, Richard
 
I think the OP will have run away and hidden long before getting this far
down the thread !

regards, Richard
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Probably but after the bit of fun they unintentionally provided, it seemed
only fair to spend at least a bit of time on a very general response. :)
 
Sharon F said:
Sorry. Everyone's been having a bit of fun with your question so far. As
you can see, we can't be certain from the information that you provided as
to what exactly you have done so far.

There are several different types of "cord." Depending on which kind you
used, you may be on your way to an ad hoc network or creating a two PC
workgroup. Or you've attached a cable designed for a specific application
such as a "Laplink."

While any of those methods will work for transferring files, they may be
more work than is necessary. Decide what personal files you want to
transfer. If practical, consider copying them to CD, an external hard drive
or a USB memory stick. Then, attaching or inserting that media to the new
computer, copy the data to the new computer's hard drive.

NOTE: While there are still such things as stand alone applications that
can be copied from one computer to the other, these are no longer very
common. Most software cannot be transferred by copying - instead it must be
installed on the new computer. Once the software is installed, it can be
used with any of its data files that you've copied over manually.
Click to expand...
 
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