Can't access shared library to import.  Why?

When trying to access sharing, library will not come up in iTunes so that it can be imported.  Can anyone tell me why?

Rebel,
iTunes has two kinds of sharing:  regular sharing, which allows listening but not copying, and Home Sharing, which does allow copying. 
Make sure you are using Home Sharing, and that both computers are authorized to the relevant account.

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