Time Machine Migration Problem

[drewsof]

This is quite a quandry. My last post, my 2.33 merom mbp got replaced by applecare with a new Penryn 2.4. Before sending it away, I made a complete time machine backup because I have tons of apps and personal settings that took months to get set up. I was first a little concerned about the multi-touch not working correctly as i was running build 9c31 i think, and the new one is different (to support the trackpad), so I dug and dug on forums near and far while waiting for my new baby to arrive (with no success). At first, I attempted a migration from the backup to my new computer, but none of my settings were moved and many of the applications were not accessible or missing. I was then successful in restoring my computer from the time machine back up, but to the old 9c31 with NO multi touch support.
How do I:
Get my files/settings on the newer version OR
install the trackpad firm/software and somehow upgrade.

*Note, I tried using Migration Assistant and was prompted to "rename user account because it is the same name is already in use" Could this be the problem??

 

[ex2bot]

Since no one has answered your post, I'll give it a shot. Keep in mind I haven't ever attempted a Time Machine restore (knock on wood).

How about
1.) Restore from your Time Machine backup and then
2.) Apply the combo update from Apple's website:

www.apple.com/support/downloads <-- Get the 10.5.2 combo update and install.

Now, if the newest machines aren't covered by the combo update, this won't work. In that case, I wonder if there's a way to restore your home folder and selected applications (don't overwrite System Preferences) without overwriting system files.

Good Luck! Please Let us know what happens.

Doug