Can we have 2 libraries on 1 computer / 2ipods/1computer

I have an ipod shuffle and ipod video. I have 1 itune account. I would like to load my moms shuffle without changing any of my stuff. My dad is going nuts! (about this) can anyone help?
Gateway   Windows XP  

Have a look at this article: How To Use Multiple iPods with One Computer

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  • How can I have separate Libraries in iTunes for my Children?

    Hi all,
    I have bought my children iPod Touch devices for Christmas this year and would like to set up accounts and libraries for each of them (3 in total, one for the Mrs!) so I can sync them and put some games and apps on ready for use.
    Is it possible to have multiple Libraries on one computer? I know I can open iTunes accounts for each of them but they're not at that stage yet but will - at some point - require different games, apps and whatnot.
    I'm sure a friend of mine has a different iTunes library for him and his wife on the same computer and they don't have any sync'ing problems at all...
    I hope someone can help!
    Dave.

    You can likely set up different user accounts on the computer and have a library in each account.  I use a Mac so I can't be more specific on user accounts on Windows.
    Alternatively you can set up different libraries inside a single user account.  I'ts a bit cumbersome switching between them though.  You can create and switch betwween libraries by holding down the shift key while starting iTunes, then guide it to the library you wish to use.
    Another possibility would be to sync just playlists, not everything.  While there are ways to share items between libraries using other methods, this one has the advantage that all the things are in one library and each person makes their selection.
    iOS: Syncing with iTunes - http://support.apple.com/kb/ht1386
    As for AppleID and accounts, you might consider setting up sooner rather than later.  The main problem with Apple purchases is you cannot transfer them between accounts.  If you give a child a song for a birthday and purchase it on your account, it is forever tied to your account.  If in 10 years your child wants to take with them to college you'll have to give them access to your whole account or always be authorizing their devices which you may not wish to do.

  • Can i hav 2 ipods on 1 computer?

    i hav an ipod (1st gen) and used it on our computer and evrythings kwl, bt my mum got an ipod 4 her bday can(2nd gen) can she hav hers on the same computer? she pluggd hers in nd uploaded itunes 7 and all of my music is now on her ipod is ther anyway she can hav like a seperate bit? cheers

    There are a couple of methods for using more than one iPod on a single computer. Method one is to have two Mac or Windows user accounts which by definition would give you two completely separate libraries. Your Mum's iPod was at the default setting of automatic update which is why she got all your songs when she connected to your iTunes. If you set up a separate Windows account then she can have her own iTunes library and auto-update from it if that's the option she chooses.
    Method two is to set your preferences so that either one or both iPods get updated with only certain playlists within one library. Have a look at this article and see what you think and go for whichever you feel suits your needs best: How To Use Multiple iPods with One Computer
    Another option when using a single library is to set one or both of the iPods to manual update: Managing content manually on iPod

  • Can you have 2 iPods on 1 computer?

    I've had an iPod mini for almost 2 years and I'm out of room so I want to buy the 5th generation iPod but I don't know anything about hooking it up. I already have my mini's library and everything set up on my computer and someone told me I have to set my new one up on a separate computer. Is this true? Anything you can tell me about how to set up my new one would be greatly appreciated! Thank you =]

    you can have two libraries on one computer.. bottom line, you dont need another computer if you want to own two different ipods.

  • I have 3 i phones.  Can I have multiple accounts on one computer where it keeps the contacta and calendar for each?

    I have 3 i phones.  Can I have multiple accounts on one computer where it keeps the contacta and calendar for each?

    My daughter and I both have iphones. I created an account (not separate itunes) for her on my computer so she could sync her phone/itunes but not have it interfere with mine since we have WAY different taste in music. Creating a different computer profile should work if you have separate itunes accounts, too.
    If you all use the same itunes account, you can turn on Home Sharing. That way you can all download the same content without having to pay for it again. Not sure how or if that works with separate itunes accounts.
    Hope that helps!

  • Can i Have two phones on one computer

    Hey everyone,
    Can I have two iphones on one computer. I've heard i cant. Anyone know anything about this.
    Thanks yall

    Yes. iTunes treats each device as a separate unit, and you can have different preferences for each.

  • Can i have 2 ipods on one computer

    i have an 80 gig ipod but its too big for the gym.
    i bought a 1 gig ipod suffle for the gym.
    can i have 2 ipods on one computer? do i need to set up 2 different accounts on itunes?
    how do i go about it?
    anyone?

    How to use multiple iPods with one computer
    http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=300432
    Using iPod with multiple computers
    http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=61675
    Best of luck,
    Patrick

  • Can you have multiple libraries on a single iPod?

    Can you have multiple libraries on a single iPod?

    Yes.  This explains how >
    Using iPad or iPod with Multiple Computers:  http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1202
    Note:  You cannot load music from multiple computers or iTunes libraries onto iPod shuffle and iPhone like you can with other devices.

  • Is it posible to have two libraries on one computer?

    My brother and I use the same computer for our iPod's. He is 12 and probably shouldn't have some of the same songs that I have. Is it posible to have two libraries on one computer?

    we each have our own user acounts in XP, but iTunes is present in all user accounts on the PC. So what I import or purchase to iTunes using my XP user is only seen by me or is it linked to all users?
    I appreciate your help with this!!!

  • Can I have 2 iphons on 1 compute ?

    Can I have 2 iphones on 1 computer ?

    hello, yes this is possible - firefox and IE are two totally different programs and will work independently of each other.

  • Can you have two ipods on one computer?

    Ok I have a mac computer and an ipod nano and everything works great, but my mom is now getting an ipod nano. Is there a way to have two ipods on my computer, where each ipod has it's own library and account so we don't have to share all of our music?

    There are actually a few methods for using more than one iPod on a single computer: How To Use Multiple iPods with One Computer
    Just to summarise what's in the link above which is a little out of date:
    Method one is to have individual Mac or Windows user accounts which by definition would give you completely separate iTunes Music folders and libraries.
    Method two is to set your preferences so that any or all of iPods get updated with only certain playlists within one library:
    Loading songs onto iPod automatically - Mac
    Choosing the update option "Sync Music - Selected playlists" allows you to create a playlist specifically for each iPod and drag the tracks you want into it. If you tire of the list and want to change it, you just add or remove the songs you don't want. The ones you take out out remain in the library to be used by the other iPod. You can read more about playlists at these links:
    iTunes: Creating playlists of your favorite songs
    How to create a Smart Playlist with iTunes
    Another option when using a single library is to set any or all of the iPods to manual update: Managing content manually on iPod

  • Can we have two itunes on one computer?!

    Hello.
    My dad has just got an ipod shuffle for xmas, and was wondering if we can set up two itunes on our computer so we dont get songs mixed up etc - I cant seem to do this and his ipod has been registered on mine and so his music goes into my library - help

    It's possible to have multiple libraries in a single Windows user account. To create or access a second (or more) library, hold down the Shift key in Windows when launching iTunes. In the resulting dialogue you will get the option to create a new library or navigate to the other Library.
    Note: You can only have one Library open at a time and iTunes will default to the last library opened if you don't use the keyboard command to choose one. The new library will be empty until you add content to it. To get back to your original library you need to close iTunes and open it again while holding down the shift key, this time choose to open an existing library and navigate to its location. Multiple libraries can prove tricky when using multiple iPods, if you don't use the keyboard command you can risk syncing to the wrong library:Using multiple iTunes libraries -Windows
    Another option is to create a separate Windows User account for each person on your PC. Different accounts by definition would give you completely separate libraries. Each account has it's own iTunes folder, Library and iTunes Music folder and you load it with CDs etc just as you did with your original one. The iPod can be set to update however the owner chooses, sync all, manual or sync specific playlists
    I don't use Windows so I can't give you a step by step on that one, however I can point you to another web page which should help you out. You can read about Windows user accounts here: Create A New User Account In Vista

  • HT1206 can you have multiple itunes accounts one computer with seperate music library for multiple iphones?

    is it possible to seperate multiple itunes store accounts and music libraries on 1 computer for 2 iphones ?

    Welcome to Apple Support Communities
    You just need to create a second iTunes account on your PC or Mac.
    To do it, open iTunes while holding down the Option (Alt) key (on a Mac) or the Shift key, and press the option to create an iTunes option. You will have to open iTunes with that key when you want to switch libraries

  • Can I have multiple libraries under different Windows profiles/logins?

    My brother and I currently share the same Windows Vista computer. In a few months we'll separate as he moves on to an iMac, but for now if he wanted to setup under his own Windows profile/login another iTunes library can he? One obviously where he'd login under his own Apple Id and containing his own iTunes music library including only his purchases from the iTunes Store. Can this be done and done easily?

    Yes of course. If your HD has space, make a complete copy of the entire library under his new login. Then, you can each delete stuff you don't want. From that point on, you can manage your own libraries independently.
    When the time comes, he can copy "his" library to his new computer.

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