HT1386 I have just had to reinstall Windows and will need to put iTunes back on it. I was unable to back-up my library file beforehand so I want to know if plugging my iPod Classic into iTunes will wipe everything from it, or will iTunes sync with what's

Obviously I do not want to have to resubscribe to Podcasts (though it wouldn't be TOO much of a hassle) or reupload all my music/CDs (rather more of a hassle) if I can help it.
If anyone knows whether I can get away without having to reupload everything then I would be grateful for the information
Thanks

Quit iTunes.
Copy the entire /My Music/iTunes/ folder from your backup to /My Music/.
Launch iTunes.
Since it is the same library (not just the same music) it will work fine.
That is all you need to do.

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