How do I back up iTunes to disk on version 10.6.3?

With the newest version of iTunes, there is no "back up to disk" function. It used to be in File>Library>Back up to disk. I'm guessing that since iCloud is out, we're supposed to use that. However, I have purchases from 2006 of which I'm unsure if iCloud would keep forever. Plus, I have music ripped from CD that I want to keep. How am I supposed to back up my iTunes? I'm looking at either backing up to DVD or another hard drive.

Backup to disc was removed about two years ago.
You should get (already have) an external drive for backing upcountry computer.
See this for backing up iTunes.
-> https://discussions.apple.com/docs/DOC-2682

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The backup to disk option was removed as of iTunes 10.4. If you want to back up your tracks to a CD, you can as a workaround put the tracks in a playlist and then use the Burn Playlist to Disk command and select a data disk as the format. If you want to back up your tracks to a DVD now, you'll need to use other software. Unless your library is pretty small, though, it's probably a lot more effective to just copy the entire iTunes folder to an external hard drive or USB flash drive.
Regards.

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How do you back up additional hard disks to time capsule? Which disks etc. to you choose?

I can read your question a number of ways.
If you mean a disk plugged into your computer you wish to include in Time Machine backup.. just make sure it is HFS+ formatted and remove it from the exclusion list in the TM preferences.
If you mean a disk plugged into your TC for backup,
You can plug a USB disk into a Time Capsule as long as it is compatible.. and the disk is formatted HFS+, ie Mac OS extended Journaled.
You need a USB powered hub if you want to use multiple hard disks and even one might still need a hub.
Not all external drives are recogised but for example the Touro Deskpro works fine.
You can buy them up to 4TB.. how much added space do you want.
Also notice that USB 2 on a TC or AE is slow.. I mean half the speed of the same disk plugged into your computer so consider if speed is relevant to you.
You cannot use TM to backup network disks.. again I am not 100% sure what the question means.

HT1208 Where do I find a tutorial about how to use the new iTunes? I have version 11.1.3 (8). I looked on the Apple web site but only found info extolling the virtues of iTunes, not how to use it.

Where do I find a tutorial about how to use the new iTunes? I have version 11.1.3 (8). I looked on the Apple web site but only found info extolling the virtues of iTunes, not how to use it.

Use it the same way as previously.
ctrl B shows the menus.
ctrl S shows the sidebar.
What else do you need help with?

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i am using itunes version 9.its not updating..Pls help as how can i update my itunes to the latest version??????

See this for Windows... http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1538
and this for Mac OS X... http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1591

How can i update my iTunes to the latest version on window vista?

how can i update my iTunes to the latest version on window vista?

The same way it is updated on every other version of Windows, simply update the software.
Help > Check for Updates.
Apple Software Update > Check for Updates.
http://www.apple.com/itunes/download then download and install the application.

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Hi itunes People,
After I backup (using consolidate files) to a disk, how do I then take the backup and import it back ito the itunes library?
Starsky

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You should get (already have) an external drive for backing upcountry computer.
See this for backing up iTunes.
-> https://discussions.apple.com/docs/DOC-2682

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Hello:
Anyone who read my prior post knows that my internal CD-RW Drive crashed. I am now forced to find another method to finally get around to backing up my itunes library which currently has about 2-3 GB of music. When I open itunes and go to file it gives me the option to backup to disk. Obviously with the external HD I will not be backing up to disk. Can anyone assist me with the following:
1. How will I backup my data to the external HD once I get it today (I am not all that computer literate so as detailed as you can be would be much appreciated).
2. If I ever need to restore my itunes music back onto itunes how do I accomplish this?
3. Will backing up my itunes also back up all of my podcasts or just music that I purchased or downloaded from CD, ect.
4. After I backup today on the external HD can I then open another itunes account on my wife's computer (which is brand new and much faster supporting USB 2.0 where mine is 1.1) and transfer all of my data to her computer so that I do not have to use my computer anymore?
THANKS FOR THE TIME READING THIS!!! I greatly appreciate any replys and have a safe and happy new year!

Its pretty simple to do. Long as you have some extra space to spare on your INTERNAL harddrive (aka the C drive in windows) because you will want to consolidate the library.
In iTUnes when you goto Advanced>Consolidate library it will COPY all songs listed in itunes to the "iTUnes Music" folder, located in My Music>iTUnes.
All purchased items from the itunes store are already in this folder, so itunes will not copy them.
Once this is done all you need to do is goto My Music rightclick the "iTUnes" folder and select copy.
Now open "My Computer" double click the external drive there, rightclick in a blank field and hit "Paste". this will put the whole itunes folder on the external drive with all your music AND the "iTUnes Library.xml" file.
Now use the "Safly remove hardware" to remove/eject the external drive from your PC (This will be a little small green arrow icon in the lower righthand corner of windows, where the clock is).
Far as your wifes computer goes, you may have to create your own user account in windows first UNLESS she doesn't use itunes or you want to combine all your music with hers on her user account in windows.

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I wanted to know how I can back up my Itunes onto an external drive. I tried to back up but it will take about 9 discs to burn it onto. Can;t I just drop and drag all the songs onto an external drive?

"Choose Consolidate Library from the Library section of the File menu in iTunes".
I started this process and a screen popped up advising me this was irreversible and was I sure I wanted to do it. I clicked no until I could get further advice. If I do this, what is the outcome/consequences and why would they warn me?

How can I back upmy iTunes on a cd, please?

how can I back up my iTunes on a cd, please?

This article tells you how:
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1382

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Hi
I have "accidently" converted an internal disk to dynamic and cannot see any of my data. I want to see the data. I presume I need to convert it back to a basic disk?
on this forum and others the solution seems to be back the data on the dynamic disk up, convert it back to basic and restore the data after. Yet, the only place I can see any signs of the disk is within disk managment.
If I run Backup it dosen't see the disk.
any suggestions would be gratefully received!
I am running Win7 home dual boot with WinXp pro
Thanks, Jason

Hi,
you must backup all data and delete the volumes on it:
How to Convert a Dynamic Disk to a Basic Disk
To change a dynamic disk back to a basic disk:
Back up all the data on all the volumes on the disk you want to convert to a basic disk.
Log on as Administrator or as a member of the Administrators group.
Click Start , and then click Control Panel .
Click Performance and Maintenance , click Administrative Tools , and then double-click
Computer Management .
In the left pane, click Disk Management .
Right-click a volume on the dynamic disk that you want to change to a basic disk, and then click
Delete Volume .
Click Yes when you are prompted to delete the volume.
Repeat steps 4 and 5 for each volume on the dynamic disk.
After you have deleted all the volumes on the dynamic disk, right-click the dynamic disk that you want to change to a basic disk, and then click
Convert to Basic Disk .
NOTE :You must right-click the gray area that contains the disk title on the left side of the Details pane. For example, right-click
Disk 1 .
Source:
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/309044
http://www.sevenforums.com/tutorials/26829-convert-dynamic-disk-basic-disk.html
The same applies to Windows 7.
André
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It is not trivial but it can be done. If you are determined to revert to 10.7 read this post from Apple Support Communities contributor Limnos.

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I want to store my audio books currently in iTunes to WD Passport 120G external drive but when I export them they appear as encoded text. How do I get them stored so I can bring them back into iTunes to listen or download to my iPod.

Outside iTunes, copy the files to the external hard drive. If you have not done it already it might be a good idea to backup to external drive anything purchased from iTunes also.
Audiobooks are generally stored under the authors name in the iTunes folders.
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How to back up itunes from disk one to disk two on drobo...

I have my whole itunes library on external drobo first as I call the first disk in my drobo system.
Nothing on my computer.
Now I use superduper to make a daily backup from computer to drobo, but since my itunes folder on computer is empty, it does not make a backup of my itunes folder.
I have tried to manually copy folder from Drobo to Drobo 3, but that is extremely time consuming, it's a 200 gb folder. Is there a way to backup from Drobo one to Drobo 3 without having to think about it...
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Any insight in this would be very much appreciated

Catherine, although Jolly is correct that SuperDuper can backup your library from Drobo to Drobo 3, I would recommend against that. I think a better option would be to use SuperDuper to back up your library from Drobo to an external Hard Drive (there are many FW or USB options - I use one called the FreeAgent drive).
The problem I see in backing up from Drobo to Drobo 3 is that if something should go wrong with your Drobo system, then you may lose both the library and the backup. You have too much in your library to take that risk. Of course, if you have all the originals on CD's or DVD's then perhaps you would not lose everyting, you would only have to re-rip everything. But if your library includes photos or videos that you cannot replace, or any other non-replaceable content, I would suggest at least one backup external to the Drobo system.
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At this status you can not send a project to iTunes or to the PhotoApp.
How can I transfer my Videos and Projects to my Mac?
When I remove movies from Photo App to free some space I destroy my iMovie projects.
Any hints?

Yery sad. Seems that Apple developed a software with a dead end.
Reminds me an error message on my old wondows 98 PC
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