First, please download a compatible version of Windows Easy Transfer for current Windows OS.
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/en/results.aspx?pocId=&freetext=Windows%20Easy%20Transfer%20for%20windows%207&DisplayLang=en

Windows Easy Transfer supports the following operating systems
• Windows XP (SP2 and higher) to Windows 7
• Windows Vista (SP1 and higher) to Windows 7

Windows Easy Transfer supports transfers using any of the following methods
• USB Easy Transfer Cable
• Network connection
• Removable media ( such as a USB flash drive or external hard disk )

Additional Information
You can transfer files and settings using a network, USB Easy Transfer Cable, removable media, or an external hard drive. Windows Easy Transfer does not migrate installed programs. Both computers must support the transfer method you choose. For example, if you choose to transfer the data across a network, both computers must be connected on the same network.

STEP 1 : Save Transfer File from Old Computer

1.) Open the start menu and type Windows Easy Transfer in the search line.


2.) Click on Next when the application opens.


3.) Choose destination to save the Transfer file and click on Next.

NOTE: Please note for the purpose of this tutorial I have selected the external hard disk or USB flash drive.

4.) Select This is my old computer from the list.


5.) Windows Easy Transfer will scan for files that can be transferred.


6.) Select which files you wish to save during the transfer process, then click on Next.


7.) You will be prompted for a password in the next screen, but this is optional.


8.) Choose where to save your Transfer file and what to name it. Then clickSave.。


9.) Windows will begin the saving process.

WARNING: This can take some time depending on the overall size of the data being saved.

10.) Windows will prompt when saving has finished.

STEP 2 : Transfer Files to a New Computer

1.) Follow steps 1, 2 & 3 in the STEP ONE section above.
2.) Click on Next when the application opens.


3.) Windows will display a notification asking if you have already saved files from your old computer, select Yes.


4.) Select the Transfer file previously saved in the STEP ONE (step 6) section and click onOpen.


5.) You will be shown a selection of options that can be transferred. Choose which of the options you want and click on Transfer.


6.) Windows will start transferring user files and settings to your new computer.


7.) Once finished, Windows will give the option to view which files have been transferred…


…and which programs you will need to install for some settings to work correctly.


8.) You will receive a final completion notification and asked if you wish to restart your computer.


9.) Once Windows restarts, you can now access all the files and folders that have been transferred.