I have two MacPro 2013 'stovepipe' models. One has a functioning SSD that's running perfectly, but the other one has an SSD that's been completely erased—so much so that even a network reinstall is failing! I've tried everything from NVM2 cloning devices to different adapters, but nothing's working. I'm looking for a way to create a byte-for-byte clone from the good SSD to the non-functional one. Does anyone have tips or know someone who might? Thanks for any help!
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If Target Disk Mode isn't working for you, it might be time to consider taking the SSDs out and connecting them directly to another machine using a proper adapter. Make sure to double-check compatibility! Also, if you haven’t already, look into using a tool like dd in Terminal for a more manual approach—it could do a byte-for-byte copy, but be careful, as it can be risky if done improperly. Let me know if you need more details on that!
You might want to try using Target Disk Mode alongside a tool like Carbon Copy Cloner. It's a great option if you can get the other SSD to mount, but I see you mentioned it's not working right now. If that's the case, get creative with the cloning setup you have! Some users have had success with dedicated cloning software specifically made for this kind of situation. Maybe worth looking into? Good luck!
Thanks for the tip! I’ll check into that and see if I can get the SSDs connected directly. Appreciate your help!