on 4/30/04 12:22 PM, drgruv1 at drgruv1@... wrote: > How do I move everything from the g4 to the g5? > This seems like a simple question, but with ALL my software and > authorizations and plugins... Any Ideas? > 1) Pay apple, they have a pro user fee for $99 (will the authorizations > work?) > 2) Using the Firewire Target Mode - reformat the new drive and copy the > whole old drive to the new (WILL THE AUTHORIZATIONS WORK THIS WAY?) i'll be in a similar position once the new revision G5s come out. I've never heard of Apple's pro user fee, and doubt it would avoid having to reauthorize your software and plugins. in fact i don't think there's a surefire way to copy the stuff over without having to reauthorize. at least with the XSKey it's a painless process. as for your other software and plugins it all depends on the authorization scheme. while it may be a little time-consuming I can't imagine it being a problem provided you have your serial/registration numbers stored in a safe place. Even those apps that require authorizing via Challenge/Response on the web (Native Instruments, Spectrasonics) are pretty quick about getting back to you with a response. If i were you i'd get all my registration info neatly organized and within arms reach of your new G5. good luck with the new computer! regards, brian