Connecting shuffle to another computer

Just one quick question...
Can I connect a 2nd gen shuffle to another computer
without "syncing" it? My son has a 2nd gen shuffle
and he has different songs on the computer at his
mother house than the computer at my house.
Can he put the songs from the 2 computer without
sync? is it possible?
Nope... Shuffles are "synced" with a specific iTunes library. He could always use a 3rd party application such as YamiPod to move his songs from the Shuffle to the iTunes library on his mother's computer... and vice versa.

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HT1202 why can't I charge me ipod shuffle on another computer? My "home computer" is the one at work.

why can't I charge me ipod shuffle on another computer? My "home computer" is the one at work.

So you are trying to connect your iPod Shuffle to another computer you don't normally sync it with is that correct? And it won't charge for some reason? How are you connecting it? To a USB or a USB port located directly on the PC?
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Using an ipod shuffle on another computer

I have an ipod shuffle with my main music library at home. My question is can I simply play the music on my shuffle on another computer's itunes without syncing? When I plug it in the only options are to sync (and loose everything) or cancel so I can't play my music.

Why would it need to play from the iTunes on the computer when it is fully loaded with songs and is charged/charging on the shuffle charging dock?
Why? Because that would require an ongoing transfer of data from the iPod to computer, which would require more complicated hardware and programming, which would increase the size and cost of producing a shuffle. If it is treated as just a known playlist, data transfer is only needed when you manually or automatically fill it. That's simple.
It tells me 0 items, 464 KB available.
That is probably outside of iTunes. The files are invisible, so it is 0 items. The files still exist, so they take up space.
Will the songs be erased from the shuffle as soon as I select 'Erase and Sync'
Yes. An iPod shuffle can only be associated with one computer at a time. If you want to get songs off of it, you need to use a third party utility (search using Google to find one) which can transfer the songs from the iPod before using iTunes to +erase and sync+.

Can you charge your shuffle on another computer?

I know you cant download music of more than one computer...but are u able to charge it using another computer? Im going on a long trip and how will i charge it for my return trip?

Yes. All you need to charge the shuffle is a high-powered USB port. Apple sells a wall-wart adaptor. Third parties sell car adaptors.
If you plug the shuffle into another computer, just remember to stop iTunes from deleting your files
Also remember to unmount the iPod if it doesn't do so automatically. The shuffle can charge while mounted or unmounted but if you use the "safely eject USB device" thinggy in Windows, the iPod shuffle will not charge.

Connect ipod to another computer

i justg bought another computer and need to connect my ipod to my new computer. now it is already set up on my old one, and i want to connect it or sync it with my new one. how do i sync my ipod with my other computer without deleting all my songs??

Try the instructions in this article unless you're using an iPod shuffle.
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Connecting iPod to another computer

When I connect my iPod to a different computer, it gives the message that it will erase the iPod unless I click cancel. When I do that, the iPod does not show up in iTunes. I want to be able to play my music on that computer, so i've tried using shiftaltctrl and shift+ctrl when connecting it, but in both cases the iPod shows up initially, but disappears when I click its icon.
So how do I connect it so I can play the music on another computer?
Thanks

Go to the top of this page and click "support" Type ipod multiple computers in the search bar.
You will get articles describing the process.

SYNCRONIZED IPOD SHUFFLE TO ANOTHER COMPUTER

Dear all, I had my Ipod shuffle sincroinized with my previous laptop, I try to use in another laptop and tells me is sincro with another. How can I syncro to this new one?

This is how I got my music without wiping it out first.....I connected my iPod and of course it wanted to erase my music so I clicked cancel. I went into my computer and clicked on the iPod and went into the folders shown. I knew how many songs I had and could see folders with various weird file names of about 5 characters so I copied all of them onto my hard drive into the iPod then into iPod control then into the music folder. Then I went into iTunes and clicked on file, add a file and browsed to the music folder and clicked on the weird named files and iTunes added it back in without me losing my music. Of course when I disconnected and reconnected my iPod I allowed it to erase it since I had all my music.
I hope it works for you like it did me.

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Can I connect the printer to one computer via USB and another via wireless?
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Can I connect the printer to one computer via USB and another via wireless?
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Yes, but when sending 2 print jobs from 2 computers at the same time, the wreless job will fail. In many case it will recover itself but sometimes it can't.
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Help...how to switch back to another computer's library?

Hi,
I have an ipod nano 2gb. Recently i had connected it to another computer's itunes while i was on holiday. Now that I'm back...after connecting it to my own computer my ipod won't recognise my old library/itunes.
Does anyone know what I can do? Any help much appreciated!

Hi...
Bo it doesn't tell em to switch. And honestly, I wouldnt want to...I dont like the new version at all.
What does show up is a couple of songs from my brother's computer that I used on holiday but no error messages or anything. I didn't think this would be so complicated...
When i look at the space used up on my nano I can see that my songs are still on it...they're just not showing up. Itunes recognizes the nano but the songs dont show.

I was listening to music on my ipod shuffle when it went off.It hasn't turned on since then.When i connect it to the computer,the connection and disconection sounds play continuously without the ipod showing.What could be wrong or how can i get it to work

I was listening to music on my ipod shuffle when it went off.It hasn't turned on since then.When i connect it to the computer,the connection and disconection sounds play continuously without the ipod showing.What could be wrong or how can i get it to work?

Hello,
I am currently an owner of an Ipod Touch 4th generation. I see you are having problems with your Ipod Touch, so I will try to find a solution to your problem.
Hold down the Sleep/Wake and Home buttons for at least 10sec. or until Apple logo appears (Nothing will be lost, this is just a "Hard Reset")
Hope that helps!
If none of the above solutions work, can you please respond back ASAP as I will try to find another solution to your problem (This might even help others with the same problem!)
Cheers!
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I can connect to DM if I log in under another computer user (guest user) but not my own computer account?

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I've done a clean uninstall and reinstall of the software, I've done the hard reset on the BB, I've done the new USB cable and different USB port. Can you lead me through some other ideas or suggestions? I'm at a lost and next to never post for help because most times I can find a resolution on these types of forums. Haven't found anyone mentioning the fact of logging into another computer account to see that the BB is connected and recognized. Completely stumped but in my defense I'm new to the Blackberry world and any suggestions are greatly appreciated! If someone figures this out I will be sure to give a glowing review!!!

iTunes menu Store > Sign out of iTunes Match the n Sign in to iTunes Match.
but it wont let me do it from my actual user account on my macbook.
Why not?
What happens?

HT3819 I can use remote on my iPhone to connect with my iTunes library, but i can't connect to another computer using home sharing to access apple tv. I have used the same access ID and password that is used for the apple tv.

I can use the Remote app on my iphone to connect with my itunes library on my computer, but I can't connect to the Apple TV using home sharing with another computer in the house. I am using the same ID and password that the apple tv uses to connect with the other computer. Also how do I check what version of IOS that my iphone is using?

Version:
iOS Settings>General About (or it'll say when you hook it up to iTunes)
Are all the devices on the same physical network? I think you're saying all are set up using the same home sharing credentials.
If you've not done so restart all devices and your router.
If you can get any of the devices connected by ethernet to reduce the wifi burden that may help but to be honest I would not expect simply beoing on wifi to prevent devices/computers appearing in the list.
Does the other computer have any firewall or port blocking software running?

My new laptop says another computer is using my ip address. How do I stop this? I was trying to get all of my stuff off my parents desktop IMAC and think I screwed something up with the wifi because now my laptop won't connect to wifi

I bought my own laptop (Macbook Pro) and set it up and am using wifi that my parents use on their computer. Everything was working great until I wanted to put my itunes from the desktop to my laptop. I used my Mom's sign on of her apple id and since then when I log on to my laptop it says another computer is using my ip address...what do I do? Thanks!

Hey there Toni D.,
I suggest the troubleshooting outlined in this article here:
Wi-Fi: How to troubleshoot Wi-Fi connectivity
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4628?viewlocale=en_US
Does the symptom occur with more than one Wi-Fi device?
Wi-Fi issues may be related to the network in question or they may be related to the Wi-Fi computer joining that network. Usually, if other computers or devices (such as the Apple TV or iPhone) are able to get on the Internet without issues, then your Wi-Fi router is probably fine.
If you only have one Wi-Fi device, proceed with this article.
Make sure your software is up-to-date.
Install all software updates available for your Mac.
If you use a third-party Wi-Fi router, check with the manufacturer to confirm that it has the latest firmware installed. If an update is available, follow the manufacturer's instructions for updating the firmware.
To determine if your Apple Wi-Fi base station firmware is up-to-date, see Updating your software.
Check your connections.
Some networking issues may be caused by loose or disconnected cables. Verify that all Ethernet and power cables connected between your modem and your Wi-Fi router are correct. Checking that devices such as your router and modem are on, disconnecting and carefully reconnecting Ethernet cables, and/or replacing damaged Ethernet cables may resolve the issue without any further troubleshooting.
Verify that you are using the recommended settings for your device.See Recommended settings for Wi-Fi routers and access points.
Restart your network devices.Powering your modem or router off for a few seconds and then on again may resolve network issues without any additional troubleshooting. If you have phone service through your ISP, power cycling your modem may interrupt that service. You may need to contact your ISP in order to restore your phone service if your modem is reset or powered off. Ensure that you have alternative means to contact your ISP (such as a cell phone) to avoid unnecessary delays in restoring your Internet or phone service
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Take care,
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If i connect my iphone 5 to another computer, wil i lose all my music?

Hi
I have a lot of music on my iphone 5, and i was wondering if i connect my iphone to another computer, wil i lose all my music? My computer doesn't work and i have all my music saved in the computer and in itunes on my own computer, but i have the same music om my phone. If i conect my phone to another computer, wil i lose all my music?
Thanks
Amanpreet

You will not lose the music unless you try and sync the phone to this other computer. If you connect to the other computer and attempt a sync, and you have music selected to sync, then you will get a warning that the iPhone is synced to another library and will delete music, and if you continue, that is exactly what will happen.
It depends on why you want to connect to another computer and what you want to do.

I've had my ipod shuffle (2nd generation) for a long time now and after a year and a bit of not being in use it doesn't work. When I connect it to the computer it doesn't come up. Can my ipod be charged or fixed?

I've had my ipod shuffle (2nd generation) for a long time now and after a year and a bit of not being in use it doesn't work. When I connect it to the computer it doesn't come up. Can my ipod be charged or fixed? Please help!

That is about normal. You can maximize battery life by changing some settings. See:
Apple - Batteries - iPod
Apple will exchange your iPod for a refurbished one for with a new battery for $79. They do not fix yours.
Apple - iPod Repair price
A third-party place like the following will replace your battery for less. Google for more.
iPhone Repair, Service & Parts: iPod Touch, iPad, MacBook Pro Screens
Replace the battery yourself if you are up to it. You can purchase a replacment for about $10
iPod Touch Repair – iFixit

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