How do i update my ipod without losing my songs

how do i update my ipod but i dont loose my music

Why would you lose your songs?
I have never lost anything.
All of your music should be on your computer, an included in your regular backup of your computer.
If something goes wrong and the music is erased, then just sync back.

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  • HT1420 I just bought my cousin's ipod, and I want to update it on my computer.  However, it needs authorization from his account to keep all the apps, and he's already authorized it on 5 computers.  How can I update this ipod without losing all the apps?

    I just bought my cousin's ipod, and I want to update it on my computer.  However, it needs authorization from his account to keep all the apps, and he's already authorized it on 5 computers.  How can I update this ipod without losing all the apps?

    You cannot use someone else's apps without violating the license agreement. The apps are tied to the owner (via Apple ID). The right thing to do would be to update and start fresh.

  • HT4972 How the heck do I stinken update my Ipod without losing ALL OF MY DATA!!!

    Hello, I would like to know how to update my ipod without losing all of my data (apps, music, ect.) could someone tell me please?

    All that is required is to sync your iPod Touch with iTunes. This creates a complete backup of all its content.
    If you read the instructions for updating iOS it cautions you to back up first.

  • My iPod dispalys this message: "Connect to a computer. Use iTunes to restore."  When I connect to a computer, iTunes doesn't recognise it.  The iPod 5th Gen does not work at all. How do I fix my iPod without losing any data?

    My iPod dispalys this message:
    "Connect to a computer. Use iTunes to restore."  When I connect to a computer, iTunes doesn't recognise it.  The iPod 5th Gen does not work at all. How do I fix my iPod without losing any data?
    I have seen the Apple webpage suggesting the "five R's" (including restore).  Before doing anything, I want to be sure that restoring or any other action is not going to delete or risk my data. 
    I would be very grateful if anyone can suggest a fix for this problem, in a way that will not risk my data. 
    Thanks in advance!

    Did you try a hard reset with the iPod still connected to your PC?  Have you tried multiple USB ports, preferably high powered USB 2.0 ports?
    To do a hard reset, first make sure the hold switch is in the Off position, then press and hold both the Select (Center) and Menu buttons together long enough for the Apple logo to appear.
    Have you also worked through each and every single troubleshooting suggestion in this Apple support document?
    iPod not recognized in 'My Computer' and in iTunes for Windows
    B-rock

  • I have an iPad that I want to update to IOS 5.1. I have several apps that each were installed using a different iTunes ID. How can I update the IOS without losing the apps?

    I have an iPad that I want to update to IOS 5.1. I have several apps that each were installed using a different iTunes ID. How can I update the IOS without losing the apps?

    To update your phone requires using the latest version of iTunes, on your computer, as well as Internet access. The update to iOS 5.0 or higher is an erase/restore deal, so you not only have to make sure all of the content, currently on your phone, is on your computer and accessible, you need to update iTunes first, have Internet access, then update your phone. There is no way around this fact. You could go to an Apple store or use another computer, but you run the risk of losing all of your data it you do that.

  • How can I sync my ipod without losing data?

    I bought my ipod around half a year ago and had it synced and everything to my Mac for school. The school took my computer for summer and i backed up the files onto my external harddrive. But i have bought songs and apps on my ipod touch which is no longer connected to any itunes library.
    How can i sync this ipod with a itunes library without losing everything on my ipod??
    (note: the computer i am using now is a windows, with an itunes library that also has music bought on it)
    Message was edited by: Aperson1234

    Tough spot if you want Apple only SW, no idea where you can get where you want without some decent 3rd party SW, which as a rule outshines Apple's SW by light years.

  • How do i update iphone 4 without losing my apps or music

    how do i update my iphone 4 without losing apps data music

    http://support.apple.com/kb/ht1848
    http://support.apple.com/kb/HT2519

  • HT2305 How do I update to iOS5 without losing all of my apps?

    How do I update my iPhone to iOS 5 without losing all of my apps?

    Yes, provided the old apps are compatible with the new OS.  BTW, double-check before in the Apps section of the iTunes library to be sure all your apps are listed there just in case. I usually sync twice just to be certain there is a backup.
    I also maintain backups of the computer just in case. You should have a current backup.

  • How can I update my ipod without deleting everything on it?

    Ok, so here is the situation, and I am pretty sure I am screwed.
    I have an ipod touch, 32 GB 3rd or 4th gen (the one right before the one with a camera)
    My macbook (1st gen) died last april, taking with it all my music, photos, apps and other such files that are still stored on my ipod.
    I've already used a 3rd party ripping tool to save most of my music, but I have no way of saving or backing up my apps or photos.
    I am currently on my brother's macbook trying to update my ipod so my apps will work right (It has not been updated since april) and
    I keep running into the issue of distroying everything that is on my ipod.
    I do not have to money to get a new computer myself right now, so I can't really just start over, and I really do not want to repay for all the apps I have purchased. is there any way to update the IOS on my ipod touch without distroying all my apps, music and photos?

    If you don't have the original Syncing computer and you have No Backup...
    See if this Support Article offers any assistance...
    How to BackUp
    http://support.apple.com/kb/ht1766
    And, See Here for...
    Download Past Purchases
    http://support.apple.com/kb/HT2519
    Log into iTunes using the account the Purchase was made with... Click on Buy... and a notice will come up saying you already have it... do you wish to download it again... Click Yes...

  • How do I synchronise my games from my ipod touch to my macbook, so that I can update my ipod without losing the games I bought

    I am trying to copy all my apps to my itunes on my macbook. When I make a copy or synchronise all my apps are copied but not the games I bought. I want to make an update to IOS5.1 But, I want to make sure I won't lose my games, this is why I am trying to copy them to Itunes on my macbook. Can someone help me out with this?

    Game settings are part of the backup. Back up your device manually by right clicking on it in the device llst and choosing backup.
    iTunes: About iOS backups
    Transfer your purchases the same way.
    Apps can be downloaded again for free: How to redownload purchased applications from the App Store
    Also have a look at this article: iOS 5: Updating your device to iOS 5

  • How to unsync my ipod without losing my songs

    My computer that I had my IPOD synced to, has died. 
    Now I can't sync my new computer with my IPOD, unless I erase it and sync it from the few songs on my new computer.
    Or can I?
    Please let me know.
    Thanks.

    You'll want to transfer everything that is currently on your iPod Classic to your new iTunes library first before choosing the Erase and Sync option. See this older post from another forum member Zevoneer covering the different methods and software available to assist you with the task of copying content from your iPod back to your PC and into iTunes.
    https://discussions.apple.com/thread/2452022?start=0&tstart=0
    B-rock

  • How do i update my iPad without losing all the data?

    whenever i want to update my ipad, it tells me that in order to update to ios 5 i must delete all of the data and i dont want to.

    If you are still on iOS 4, then the update to iOS 5 should automatically backup your content, wipe the device and install iOS 5.1, and then restore your content from that backup.
    To try and limit any potential issues with the update, first copy any purchases off the iPad to your computer's iTunes via File > Transfer Purchases. You should also backup the device (right-click the iPad 'device' and select 'back up'), and copy off any important documents, files, notes etc (e.g. by email, the file sharing section at the bottom of the Apps tab in iTunes, wifi, whatever the apps that you use support) - the update process should backup and restore the content but it's best to be safe.
    Updating to iOS 5 : http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4972

  • How can I sync my ringtones without losing my songs in the ipod? :-(

    How can I sync ringtones made from an app and still keep all the music in my library on my phone?? A box pops up that says if I sync ringtones then all the music, video's & tv shows will be deleted??!!

    I found out how to do it!!!!   Someone else had asked the same question!!!!  I now have them in my ringtone setting & still have all my songs!!!  Thank you

  • My pc will not let me install the newer itunes, how can I update my phone without losing all my purchases (i'm thinking i'll have to delete itunes and re-install right?)

    I've had my Iphone4 since 2011 but the current operating system is still 4.2.1. I'd gone quite a while between buying things on itunes directly to my phone and synching it to my pc. When I eventually synched it, it told me that I needed to upgrade to a newer version of Itunes. When I try and click on it to get new version my pc will not do anything. The only thing I can think of doing is to uninstall the old itunes and re-install the current one but i'm guessing i will lose all my purchases. Is this the only way to go about this, any help would be gratefully appreciated - thanks mark (chunky74)

    uninstalling iTunes and it's additional components does absolutely nothing to the music/apps/etc that you have downloaded or purchased.
    before uninstalling iTunes, try going to the itunes website, download the install file there and manually install it.
    If you do have to uninstall iTunes, please make sure you're following this article to make sure that you're uninstalling all of the components correctly and in the right order. Uninstalling iTunes, but not doing it the 'right' way is essentially a waste of time

  • Updating IPOD without losing tunes that are no longer on Itunes

    How do I update my Ipod without losing the songs that have
    disappeared from ITunes?

    Try going to File-->Add folder to library and select the My Documents/My Music/iTunes/iTunes Music folder. See if it comes back.
    If not, see if the steps listed here help...
    http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=301895
    See this as well...
    http://www.apple.com/support/itunes/store/lostmusic/
    btabz

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