Hi, so I have a question about the time machine process. I have an iMac 2017 that runs on Big Sur, and I'm looking to buy a new iMac that should be running on Sonoma. If I make a backup on the iMac 2017 will I be able to recover that backup in the new iMac that I'm buying? I'll be using a 2TB SSD for the backup disk. Tysm.
Yes. When you start your new Mac it will ask if you want to migrate from Time machine. This will move all your files, settings etc. to your new Mac. If all your apps worked with Big Sur they should also work with Sonoma.
Set up your iMac - Apple Support
Hi,
I think you can, though some of the applications couldn't run on new iMac.
Back up your Mac with Time Machine - Apple Support
Yes.
Using your Time Machine backup is the easiest way to move from old to new iMac.
see > Transfer to a new Mac with Migration Assistant - Apple Support
Time Machine from iMac 2017 Big Sur to new iMac Sonoma
