How do I use 2 ipods on one computer??

Please help. I bought my friends 3rd generation ipod off my friend for my dad for xmas, I have an ipod mini already set up with itunes on my computer. How do I go about setting up 2 ipods with one itunes, or setting up a seperate itunes?? Any advice would be very much appreciated I am not the best at these sort of things x

hiya!
these resources might be helpful:
Natalie Beresford: multiple iPod/iTunes installations
How to use multiple iPods with one computer
iTunes: How to share music between different accounts on a single computer
love, b

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    I was wondering if it is possible to use 2 Ipods on one computer without having to reload all of the music to the new library.

    If you are adding a second iPod for your own use, just connect the new iPod to your computer and follow the on screen instructions. It will update from your existing library. Depending on the size of your library and the type of iPod you choose you can have it update all songs and playlists, selected playlists only or you can manage it manually
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    Just to summarise what's in the link above which is a little out of date:
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    Loading songs onto iPod automatically - Windows
    Choosing the update option "Sync Music - Selected playlists" allows you to create a playlist specifically for each iPod and drag the tracks you want into it. If you tire of the list and want to change it, you just add or remove the songs you don't want. The ones you take out out remain in the library to be used by the other iPod. You can read more about playlists at these links:
    iTunes: Creating playlists of your favorite songs
    How to create a Smart Playlist with iTunes
    Another option when using a single library is to set any or all of the iPods to manual update: Managing content manually on iPod

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    well when anyone can ill be waiting for the answer i want to know cuz since im buying the ipod video i want to see if i can use the same computer that im uploading stuff to my ipod mini

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    These links should help:
    Natalie Beresford: Multiple iPods/iTunes Installations
    How to use multiple iPods with one computer
    How to share music between different accounts on a single computer

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    The iPod nor the computer keeps track of which iPod goes to which account. However, once you have synced the iPod with the different library, you will be prompted with a message that begins with, "This iPod is linked to a different library do you want to sync it now..."
    Did you copy the iTunes folder for both accounts.
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    http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=300432
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    My son has a Nano, I have an iPod. Both Xmas gifts. We have different music likes (duh) so we don't want one big library feeding both devices. How do we get his music on his Nano and my music on my iPod?

    These links should help:
    Natalie Beresford: Multiple iPods/iTunes Installations
    How to use multiple iPods with one computer
    How to share music between different accounts on a single computer

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    There are a couple of methods for using more than one iPod on a single computer. Have a look at the article linked below. Method one is to have two Mac or Windows user accounts which by definition would give you two completely separate libraries. Method two as Chris has already described above is to set your preferences so each iPod is updated with only certain playlists within one library. Have a look anyway and see what you think and go for whichever you feel suits your needs best: How To Use Multiple iPods with One Computer

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    please advise how I can put my iPod on another computer, my old one died a slow death.  There is one short video on my iPod that can't  be replaced.

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    iTunes Store: Transferring purchases from your iPhone, iPad, or iPod to a computer
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  • How do i get two ipods on one computer

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    How do I sync multipleipods through one computer?  I know it must be pretty basic but I cannot get it.  I have my Itunes store account up, but my wifes ipod info is up on the left side of the screen.  I do not want to sync to her info and the messages acknowledge that it is my ipod connected.

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  • How do I get 3 ipods on one computer have their own library without having to sync with another one and erasing its content?

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    i have in total 3 ipods.
    One is an the square ipod. (the one with the moving screen on the right)
    the second is an ipod shuffle (the touch screen one)
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    but now that i have an ipod touch, one of the ipods is going to be overwritten.
    So is there a way for that not to happen?
    having a flash drive for a seperate itunes for one ipod is to much of a hassle.
    but if anyone has the answers, i would greatly appriaciate it.
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    Why do you think that one will be over written?
    You can sync as many ipods/iphones/ipads as you like to one computer.  Each is different and will only sync what you select.

  • Using multiple Ipods on one computer

    I just purchased an Ipod Nano to use in addition to my older Ipod on my home Windows computer. How can I use Itunes to support both Ipods without having to repurchase all my music?

    You just plug in the Nano. iTunes will recognize that it's a separate device, with it's own preferences. Music you've purchased from the iTunes Store can be synced to all your iPods.
    I'm currently syncing three iPods to the same library. I use the Sync Selected Playlists option (look on the Music tab) to determine what music gets put on which iPod.
    Best of luck.

  • How do I manage two iPods on one computer please?

    I have an iPod (early 40G model, and it's fine). I installed iTunes, and all fine. A year goes by. Another member of the household gets an iPod (mini), and we load the software into a different subdirectory in Program Files. This erases my iTunes, but all still works fine for some reason. i.e. when I attach my iPod, it is recognised, and my iTunes music is shown on the screen. When the other iPod is attached, same thing (i.e. it is recognised and her iTunes are shown on the screen). Our different music folders are stored in different subdirectories.
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    So now we are back to the stage of having her iPod not being recognised by iTunes. Please suggest solutions! Please also advise if there is a more sensible way of managing two iPods on one PC. Is it really as basic as having different playlists?
    Thanks in advance for your help.

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    If you want other options, see this:
    Natalie Beresford: Multiple iPods/iTunes Installations

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