Move to a New PC Preloaded with Windows Vista

The transfer speeds vary depending upon the type of media you choose; however, they are typically faster than network connections.
3. After you choose and configure the transfer method, you need to specify what to transfer by following the directions in the application and referring to the following:
All User Accounts, Files, and Settings: Of course, this option transfers all user accounts, files, and settings, but keep in mind this doesn’t include items outside of user account areas.
My User Account, Files, and Settings Only: This option transfers the user account, files, and settings for the account you’re logged into. Again, keep in mind this doesn’t include items outside of user account areas.
Advanced Options: This option automatically selects to transfer all user accounts, files, and settings. However, you can modify exactly what is transferred and this option allows you to add other files and folders not in the user account areas.
4. To begin the backup, click Transfer.
Note
User account areas are locations such as My Documents and files and folders located on your desktop. Items not in account areas include files and folders such as on your hard drive’s root (for example, C:/folder) or C:/Program Files.
If you used an indirect method of transfer (using removable media or moved data to a networked PC or drive), you’ll need to restore your files and settings to your new computer:
1. Copy or move the backup file, by default named SaveData.mig, to your computer.
2. Double-click on the backup file to open it.
3. Click Browse to browse to and select the backup file. If you created a password, enter it in the Password field.
4. Click Next.
5. Review the backup contents and click Transfer to begin.
If you prefer, you can also transfer your applications and software using the Windows Easy Transfer Companion:
1. After you open the Windows Easy Transfer Companion, you’ll see the welcome screen that describes its functionality. Click Start to proceed.
2. You then need to choose and configure your desired transfer method by following the directions in the application and referring to the following:
Use an Easy Transfer Cable: This method uses a special USB cable (typically 8 feet long), which you connect to each computer, to transfer your files and settings in real time. Although you’ll need to purchase the cable for around $40, this method provides the quickest transfer speed, using USB 2.0 at 480Mbps, and is typically the easiest option.
Transfer directly, using a network connection: This method uses a network connection between the PCs, which can be on a (wireless or wired) network or via a computer-to-computer (ad hoc) connection. Unlike with transferring your files and settings, this utility only supports direct (real-time) transfers.
Transferring via a network connection will take longer (around 100Mbps for wired and 25Mbps for wireless) than using the Easy Transfer method. However, if you have an existing network connection between the computers, this method doesn’t require any additional investment.
3. After you choose and configure the transfer method and both computers perform a scan, a list of applications will be displayed. Specify the applications you want to transfer, and click Next to proceed with the process.

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