transfer data from comp to comp


  1. Posts : 43
    Windows 7
       #1

    transfer data from comp to comp


    I just bought a belkin easy transfer wire thinking it'll let me transfer files from one computer to another... it seems it just transfer whole accounts without asking me what I want to transfer over.

    I was looking for a better option than transferring to USB then transferring to other computer. Is there a way to do this?
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  2. Posts : 414
    win7 ultimate 32bit
       #2

    to just transfer 'files and folders'--use a crossover cable (under $10)--see think link with instructions:
    Connect two computers using a crossover cable
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  3. Posts : 299
    openSUSE 13.1 64bit
       #3

    Do not buy easy transfer wire and software - a complete waste of money!!

    Either follow the instruction above or just network the two PCs, share the entire hard drive on the old PC and drag and drop what you need!
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  4. Posts : 5,795
    Windows 7 Ultimate x64 SP1
       #4

    If you have a network, copy the data across that. If not, return the wasted cable, get an external USB drive, and back your own data up. I'm always amazed at how many people would rather trust software to decide what's imprtant to them, rather than just getting the data and moving it to another drive.
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  5. Posts : 544
    Windows 10 Home, 64 bit
       #5

    To solve this problem, I networked my desktop and laptop computers and use Microsoft Synctoy. Synctoy isn't perfect, but it gets the job done for my purposes.

    Download details: SyncToy 2.1
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  6. Posts : 280
    Windows 7 Professional 64 bit
       #6

    I like synctoy myself. I've used it in some form for a good 4 to 5 years with no complaints. SyncToy makes a good backup tool, especially if you have two or more "homes" for your data.
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  7. Posts : 354
    Windows 8, Ubuntu 12.04 64bit, Pear Linux Triple Boot
       #7

    I would pull for the external drive suggestion from DeaconFrost myself, plus when you are done it is backed up and safe on the external drive in case something happens.
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  8. Posts : 280
    Windows 7 Professional 64 bit
       #8

    geeve420 said:
    I would pull for the external drive suggestion from DeaconFrost myself, plus when you are done it is backed up and safe on the external drive in case something happens.
    Agreed from a standpoint of backup, but OP said he didn't want to use external media to move the stuff over.

    But yes, backups are essential.
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  9. Posts : 5,795
    Windows 7 Ultimate x64 SP1
       #9

    pricetech said:
    OP said he didn't want to use external media to move the stuff over.
    That leaves the network as the only viable option, and it's been suggested.
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  10. Posts : 43
    Windows 7
    Thread Starter
       #10

    thanks for all the suggestions guys, I'm gonna return this thing and look into the crossover cable/network options later =]
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