HT1386 how to sync seperate libraries

I recently updated to the latest version of itunes. I synced my iphone 3 with the library. I have a cd loaded onto a seperate ipod and can not get the music into the library. I am trying to get all the same music into one library. I have always used the same account and can not figure out how to combine the music. Any suggestions?

- Transfer iTunes purchases to the computer by:
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- Transfer other music by using a third-party program like on of those discussed here:
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