How to remove dead files from the library?

Hello.
I'm using iTunes (7.6.1.9) on Vista (32 bit) mainly for synching my iPod (nano 3G). I organize my files with other tools like mp3tag. Sometimes I rename the folders where tracks are stored (e.g. I add the release year to the folder name). All this is done outside of iTunes.
Now, when I want to access tracks in iTunes, it happens that iTunes doesn't find the files (because the folder or files were renamed). I can re-add the folder to the library, that's no problem.
But how can I remove all dead files at once from the library? I don't feel like searching the complete library myself (for this is what a PC is made for, isn't it?).
Is there any tool that can help me with this?
Thanks in advance
Martin

You can use one of Roberst Jacobson's scripts - iTunesRemovenotfound:
http://home.comcast.net/~teridon73/itunesscripts/
Or if you prefere to do it in iTunes:
Using a playlist to collect dead tracks for deletion.
Create new regular playlist – Playlist1
Select whole library and drag to Playlist1
Create new Smart Playlist with the rule: Playlist is not Playlist1
This playlist should contain all the dead tracks
http://discussions.apple.com/message.jspa?messageID=5696793#5696793

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