Overview:Using target disk mode is quick and easy way to transfer files of any size between two Macs. This handy trick can save you lots of time when transferring large files. In this example, we assume that you want to transfer a file from a Mac in the Multimedia Studio onto your Mac. Essentially, you'll be turning one Mac into an external FireWire hard drive.
Materials Required:
6-pin to 6-pin FireWire cable (available at the desk if you don't have one).
Step 1: Prepare the Connection
- Shutdown your Mac (the computer you want to turn into the external FireWire hard drive).
- Plug the FireWire cable into both computers.
Step 2: Boot Your Machine into Target Disk Mode
- Hold down the "T" key and turn your Mac back on. Continue holding the "T" key until the FireWire logo (right) appears on the screen.
Step 3: Transfer Files
- You should now see your computer show up as an external FireWire drive on the desktop of the cluster Mac.
- Transfer the files you need to transfer using Finder.
Step 4: Disconnect
- Eject your Mac by dragging the FireWire hard drive to the trash.
- Turn off your Mac by pressing the power button. Unplug the cable.
Congratulations! You're done!
2 comments:
Excellent post! I really like how you've managed to make the Target Disk Mode procedure very concise and easy-to-follow, something I usually fail at.
It's very helpful for people with Mac laptops who want to take their iMovie projects with them so that they can work on them at home.
Cool! I can see that Target Disk Mode is actually a great way to move files between two Macs, regardless of the direction the files need to move. I wonder if there are any limitations to the procedure. And what's a Windows laptop user to do? =]
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