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How do I transfer data from broken laptop to new one?
I'm facing a challenge with transferring data from my broken laptop to a new one (Windows 11). The old laptop isn't functioning properly, and I’m unsure of the best method to retrieve important files...
If your old laptop is completely unresponsive and you can’t retrieve files normally, consider using an external hard drive enclosure if you are going to transfer data from broken laptop to new one. You can pull out the hard drive, connect it via USB to your new laptop, and access your files that way.
Just make sure that you've followed this step-by-step tutorial:
https://www.recodie.com/transfer-data-from-broken-laptop-to-new-one
That’s not happening if your laptop isn’t booting up or responding at all. To transfer data from broken laptop to new one. It’s a good idea to figure out if it’s just a software issue or if the hardware is toast. Take a sec to listen for weird sounds or check if it shows any signs of life.