How to transfer iTunes to new mac while keeping library on external drive?

I have a new iMac (running 10.4.11). Old mac is a G4 powerbook, which is synched to my ipods and iphone. My iTunes library is on an external hard drive. How do I get the new computer to "own" the iTunes account and media library so it will synch with my devices and not tell me I don't own the music? Thanks!

Have a look here (click the text after this arrow -> iTunes: Troubleshooting iTunes Store on your computer, iPhone, iPad, or iPod
I don't understand what you're suggesting at all.
I'm suggesting you change your signature line to reflect your current computer and current OS so people know what to help with.
Change what under "my settings"
Your computer model and your OS version. You list two different computers and 2 different OS versions.
and and where is "my settings"?
As stated above, it is here -> My Settings or at the top right side of this window.

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