it's my understanding that the standard HD is the operating system and apple-centric files they dont want you to mess with and the HD Data is literally all your files. Once is simply called "Mac HD" and the other is "Mac HD Data". It provides two cloning methods: fast disk cloning and sector-by-sector cloning. It is not only completely free, but also very simple to use, which is very suitable for beginners. I suggest you use AOMEI Partition Assistant Standard, which is one of the best cloning software on the market. The only difference now is that Sierra now "splits" your HD data in to two different profiles. To clone hard drive to SSD/HDD, a reliable cloning software is necessary. If so, you are good to shut it down and put it in the machine. Then select your SSD from the left sidebar. When your computer starts up, click Disk Utility.
Let go of the keys when you see the Apple logo appear on your screen. Then restart your Mac while holding down the Command + R keys on your keyboard. When it's done (green checkmark), run the start up from the apple icon and select your new SSD as the location to run from.make sure all your data is there (music, pics, etc.). Additionally, how do I clone my MacBook Pro hard drive to SSD Insert your SSD drive into your Mac. Select the SSD again, click RESTORE and select the "Mac HD" Turn off the mac and then back on in recovery mode (Cmd + R)
I am basing my upgrade on these two videos.ĭouble check the format your current HD is in.