How do I point my new Macbook at my iTunes Library on my NAS

Hi
I've recently bought a Macbook Air and switched from a Windows 7 laptop.  I have my iTunes library (and my wife's library) located on my NAS.
I now need to configure my Mac user accounts to use the libraries on the NAS (QNAP).  I no longer have access to the Windows laptop (it's broken).
Please could you advise.
Thanks
Mike

Completely quit iTunes if you have it open.   Then Holding down the Option key while you re-open iTunes should prompt you to select the iTunes Library you wish to use.
Just Navigate to the folder on your NAS where your iTunes library resides.
iTunes: How to open an alternate iTunes Library file or create a new one - Apple Support

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