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Dell Migrate

Switching PCs? We’ll Handle the File Transfer


Worried about moving your files? Dell Migrate makes it simple. No technical skills needed—just a quick, smooth, and easy transfer.

Need Dell Migrate? 

For your current PC, call 877-829-8323. For a new PC, simply add it at checkout.

Redesigned for Simplicity and Speed

Dell Migrate now includes an updated, user-friendly interface with:

Guided Tooltips

for every step.
Application Migration Illustration

Real-Time Migration Updates

so you always know it's working behind the scenes.

Enhanced Retry Options

to ensure skipped files or settings are never truly left behind. 

On your old PC

  1. 01

    Step#1

    Download and install Dell Data Assistant the engine behind your migration.
    Download
  2. 02

    Step#2

    Run Dell Data Assistant
    The tool will perform necessary prechecks and notify you if any requirements aren’t met.

On your new Dell PC

  1. 01

    Step#1

    Find and open Dell SupportAssist

    Type SupportAssist into the Windows taskbar search box. Can’t find SupportAssist on your PC?

    Download it here.
  2. 02

    Step#2

    You’ll see a Dell Migrate banner.

    A banner will ask, "Would you like to start using Dell Migrate?" Select "Yes" to continue to the Dell Migrate page.

  3. 03

    Step#3

    Click: Let’s get started

Follow the onscreen instructions for both the old and new PC

For more detailed information about the migration process, see Start Migrate in the Dell Migrate User’s Guide.
View the User's Guide
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Getting Started with Dell Migrate

This video demonstrates how you can migrate your files and settings from any PC running the Windows OS (7 or later) to your new Dell PC. For more information visit the Dell Migrate User's Guide.
Woman Packing a Laptop

Want to retire your legacy PC? 

SecureWorks managed security systems
Step 1

Finish migrating your data

Recycling
Step 2

Use Dell Data Assistant to securely erase the data on your old PC and restore it to factory settings

Certifications
Step 3

Explore our Recovery and Recycling Services to retire your legacy PC

Frequently Asked Questions

Dell Migrate guides you through the process with step-by-step instructions and prechecks to help you get ready. Before you begin, make sure both PCs are connected to the same local network. On your old PC, go to Dell.com/DataAssistant to download Dell Data Assistant, then follow the guided steps to get started.

Dell Migrate transfers supported content identified on your old PC, including files, photos, documents, and certain supported settings.
Installed applications, programs, and software licenses are not transferred and will need to be installed separately on your new PC.

Move everything for me transfers all supported content identified by Dell Data Assistant to the primary drive on your new PC.
Let me choose what to move gives you more control, allowing you to select the supported content you want to transfer and choose where you want it saved.

Dell Migrate transfers your supported content to the destination selected during migration. Whether your files are synced to OneDrive afterward depends on the Windows and OneDrive settings on your new PC.
Dell Migrate handles the transfer, while OneDrive controls any cloud sync after your files arrive. 

When your migration is complete, Dell Migrate provides a summary of the results, including any files or settings that did not transfer successfully.
You can retry those items or choose to continue without them. If you need additional help, visit Dell Migrate Learn Page for support and troubleshooting information.
Disclaimers:

Windows 8.1 or higher. Excludes Mac OS, Google Chrome OS, Steam OS.

No data removal process leaves a hard drive or computer as free from residual data as a new product. Dell makes no recommendations regarding the customer's security needs or representations regarding the effectiveness of one method of data removal over another. To learn more, see www.dell.com/levelsoferase.

Dell Migrate does not migrate applications; Apps must be reinstalled either before or after the migration.

The OS on your old PC must be Windows 7 or later. Applications should be downloaded and installed separately after you complete your migration.

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