How do I get new iTunes to recognize old library?
My pc crashed. I had to reinstall windows. I reinstalled itunes but I need it to recognize the original library. Please help.Thanks!
SteveJobsRIP_1955-2011 wrote:
Is this a Genius Bar type situation?
No.
It is a hold Option and launch iTunes.
Select Choose library... and select the iTunes folder on the external drive situation.
I now fire up iTunes on the MBP, in the Advanced Pref I point the iTunes Media folder location to the new external HD: /Volumes/iTune New/iTunes.
Don't do this...
But it really looks like you messed up something.
In the iTunes folder you seem to have all your music folders.
Your iTunes folder should have only these items...
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