F5F Stay Refreshed Software Operating Systems Yes, it is feasible to transfer a MacOS-installed hard drive to a different Mac and run MacOS on the new machine.

Yes, it is feasible to transfer a MacOS-installed hard drive to a different Mac and run MacOS on the new machine.

Yes, it is feasible to transfer a MacOS-installed hard drive to a different Mac and run MacOS on the new machine.

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Faze_Dashix
Member
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04-28-2016, 12:43 AM
#1
You can use the same HDD on your new MacBook Pro by moving it there. Just transfer the drive and ensure it’s properly connected before starting your build.
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Faze_Dashix
04-28-2016, 12:43 AM #1

You can use the same HDD on your new MacBook Pro by moving it there. Just transfer the drive and ensure it’s properly connected before starting your build.

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todaGG
Junior Member
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05-14-2016, 07:06 AM
#2
I attempted this once when my dad's MacBook faced a problem. I retrieved the SSD from the laptop and connected it via USB to his MacBook. After pressing the Alt key while booting, I selected the USB drive as the boot device. It functioned perfectly. If you're planning to try it, consider using an external case for a USB hard drive and repeat the process.
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todaGG
05-14-2016, 07:06 AM #2

I attempted this once when my dad's MacBook faced a problem. I retrieved the SSD from the laptop and connected it via USB to his MacBook. After pressing the Alt key while booting, I selected the USB drive as the boot device. It functioned perfectly. If you're planning to try it, consider using an external case for a USB hard drive and repeat the process.

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krille96an
Junior Member
40
05-14-2016, 08:03 AM
#3
Your MacBook might still function after installing a hard drive, but ensure the new drive is compatible and properly connected.
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krille96an
05-14-2016, 08:03 AM #3

Your MacBook might still function after installing a hard drive, but ensure the new drive is compatible and properly connected.

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JamesHond7
Posting Freak
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05-21-2016, 01:17 AM
#4
Attempting to start MacOS on a device outside Apple's ecosystem won't succeed.
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JamesHond7
05-21-2016, 01:17 AM #4

Attempting to start MacOS on a device outside Apple's ecosystem won't succeed.

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starnight6543
Junior Member
13
05-21-2016, 06:22 AM
#5
Using certain third-party tools allows your PC to access files on the drive, even though simply inserting the drive into an OS X machine won’t work.
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starnight6543
05-21-2016, 06:22 AM #5

Using certain third-party tools allows your PC to access files on the drive, even though simply inserting the drive into an OS X machine won’t work.

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MavrosGR
Senior Member
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05-27-2016, 04:10 AM
#6
This will be the optimal answer.
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MavrosGR
05-27-2016, 04:10 AM #6

This will be the optimal answer.

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Vult
Junior Member
37
05-27-2016, 12:05 PM
#7
Looking for third-party tools? Yes, there are options available. Using an external drive can help organize and manage files effectively.
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Vult
05-27-2016, 12:05 PM #7

Looking for third-party tools? Yes, there are options available. Using an external drive can help organize and manage files effectively.

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MrZered
Junior Member
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05-31-2016, 07:57 PM
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Hackintosh offers an alternative, but this topic isn't permitted on this platform—visit tymonacx86.com for more info.
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MrZered
05-31-2016, 07:57 PM #8

Hackintosh offers an alternative, but this topic isn't permitted on this platform—visit tymonacx86.com for more info.

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MsSHIP
Member
121
06-01-2016, 07:33 AM
#9
These platforms don't align with Apple's policies, so assistance with them isn't permitted here. Topic restricted.
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MsSHIP
06-01-2016, 07:33 AM #9

These platforms don't align with Apple's policies, so assistance with them isn't permitted here. Topic restricted.