12-18-2011, 07:08 AM

Originally Posted by ShadowDan

Great advice, I just got a Mac Mini PowerPC G4 off a friend who's upgraded to a newer one and I have been so far impressed how easy everything is to use and install. My only problem now is to find a Photoshop equivelant that will work on the Mac Mini

I used PS extensively in my Windows years and initially tried to maintain my Windows-like folders approach with PS to maintain my photos when I switched. Then I discovered iPhoto on my new iMac and that took me to Aperture. Managing photos is much simpler and more fun now on my new Mac. I've stopped using PS altogether.

12-19-2011, 10:15 AM

Got my new MBA connected to the Brother laser printer on the Windows network, Brother's Cups drivers work beautifully

12-28-2011, 10:51 AM

I am waiting for my Macbook Pro that I just ordered. I am hoping to have it by Friday. I am a little nervous with getting my files over to the Mac. I have itunes for my pc and need to get all my music and the like to the Mac. Is there a way to get my ipod's music onto the Mac via a program or ?
Thanks in advance.

12-28-2011, 10:54 AM

Originally Posted by New2M

I am waiting for my Macbook Pro that I just ordered. I am hoping to have it by Friday. I am a little nervous with getting my files over to the Mac. I have itunes for my pc and need to get all my music and the like to the Mac. Is there a way to get my ipod's music onto the Mac via a program or ? Thanks in advance.

Spend the waiting time googling on iTunes migration. There are a couple of great webpages out there, and an approach that will be specific to your situation. Sync your iPod one last time to the PC, then following the instructions on those pages copy the files over to your new Macbook. I did it using an external hard drive, copying first to the external hard drive, then from there to my Mac. Pays to plan this move carefully so all your playlists and settings will be preserved. Then de-authorize iTunes on the PC if you never intend to use it again. Have fun!

12-28-2011, 11:16 AM

If its a new mac it will come with Lion and will have Migration assistant installed with the new PC transfer function

DrtyHnds: How to Use Migration Assistant From PC to Mac 10.7 Lion

I you would rather Apple do it for you, and are near enough to an Apple store, take your new mac and PC in (after organising an appointment) and the Apple staff will do the transfer for you

12-28-2011, 03:59 PM

Thanks for the help. I have saved my laptop on a click free device, could I just use it to put onto the Macbook?

12-30-2011, 12:36 AM

Originally Posted by Demapples

Spend the waiting time googling on iTunes migration. There are a couple of great webpages out there, and an approach that will be specific to your situation. Sync your iPod one last time to the PC, then following the instructions on those pages copy the files over to your new Macbook. I did it using an external hard drive, copying first to the external hard drive, then from there to my Mac. Pays to plan this move carefully so all your playlists and settings will be preserved. Then de-authorize iTunes on the PC if you never intend to use it again. Have fun!

For those who might prefer or need to migrate iTunes manually, I found the notes I made when I was planning my move. Here are some key links I found:
iTunes: Back up your iTunes library by copying to an external hard drive
iTunes: How to re-create your iTunes library and playlists
iTunes: What are the iTunes library files?
Move an iTunes library from a Windows PC to a Mac | Macworld

12-30-2011, 11:08 AM

I should be getting my MBP today. I bought the ethernet cable and watched the steps from Drtyhnds. I think my MBP will be coming with snow lepoard 10.6. should I get the upgrade to Lion?

12-30-2011, 08:57 PM

You don't say what kind of MBP model it is. If it's new or refurbished from Apple, there's absolutely no way it's coming with Snow Leopard.

01-02-2012, 12:43 AM

Originally Posted by chas_m

there's absolutely no way it's coming with Snow Leopard.

Actually numerous Apple refurbs are shipping with 10.6.x

MacBook Pro 15" - Apple Store (U.S.)

01-02-2012, 01:24 AM

Only two of the ones on that list are shipping with Snow Leopard, but you are right and I was wrong. I can't imagine why those "don't qualify for the Lion Up-To-Date program" but there you are, still possible (just) to get a machine with Snow on it from the refurb store. Thanks for pointing that out.

01-02-2012, 02:12 AM

I only knew because I had to explain to a friend what the "Up To Date" program was on the MacBook Pro his wife bought him for Christmas.

Pretty sure that they will be gone soon... 37% OFF, and the thing comes with a 1 year warranty and is Apple Care eligible. That's a steal.

01-04-2012, 08:02 AM

It came with Lion. It took me about 3 days of various attempts to bring my pc info over to the Mac. I had to call apple support as I then could not get into the other account. The tech from apple walked me through various ways to get in but the password lock prevented it. So he had me go to the HD reset to the laptop so he then told me to delete the account that I had made for my pc and start over and call back once everything transferred again. He ssid he never heard of anything like that. That was a 5 hr process. Once that was done I called the support line again and the new tech read the notes and said he was going to get his supervisor to help. While I waited I decided to see if I could just type in a new password like the first guy said to do and this time it worked and I got into the pc account.
So I am finally on my Mac and getting used to it.
I am off to the Genius bar to get some more help. I have signed up for a workshop as well.
Thanks for your help.

01-09-2012, 12:32 PM

Chas I found this really helpful and just wanted to say thanks I am new to Mac and I have taken your advice onboard. thanks again.

01-10-2012, 01:46 PM

My first foray into the forum so perhaps I missed what is needed. I called Apple Care about why my Time Machine is not backing up. After some exploring, they said that it was because WD smart ware is on my machine and that I should explore the forums or go to WD website to find out how to uninstall the smart ware and all traces.
any suggestions?