Can't get iTunes to authorise on my new imac

Hi, I have just taken delivery of new iMac and previously had a HP laptop.
iTunes worked fine on laptop and had my music collection but I can't get iMac to authorise on iTunes.

Hi Colinnaylor,
Welcome to the Support Communities!
The articles below may be able to help you with this issue.
Click on the links to see more details and screenshots. 
iTunes: How to move your music to a new computer
http://support.apple.com/kb/ht4527
iTunes Store: About authorization and deauthorization
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1420
iTunes 11: Frequently used features
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5649
Cheers,
Judy

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