I Had A Computer with my ipod software on it....

I had a computer with my ipod 5th Gen software (music, videos, podcasts, playlists, etc)and got a new computer (but still have the old one still working) and tried to install iTunes on my new one, and it installed. Then I plugged in my ipod into the USB chord. It has a section for my ipod underneath the Music Store section like it always does. I'm wondering how can I get song from my ipod's section into the iTunes Library? Thank you!

Just how did you " I downloaded the songs"?
Did yo do this:
Downloading past purchases from the App Store, iBookstore, and iTunes Store

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Place the iOS device in Recovery Mode and then connect to your computer and restore via iTunes. The iPod will be erased.
iOS: Wrong passcode results in red disabled screen
If recovery mode does not work try DFU mode.
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For how to restore:
iTunes: Restoring iOS software
To restore from backup see:
iOS: Back up and restore your iOS device with iCloud or iTunes
If you restore from iCloud backup the apps will be automatically downloaded. If you restore from iTunes backup the apps and music have to be in the iTunes library since synced media like apps and music are not included in the backup of the iOS device that iTunes makes.
You can redownload most iTunes purchases by:
Downloading past purchases from the App Store, iBookstore, and iTunes Store
If problem what happens or does not happen and when in the instructions? When you successfully get the iPod in recovery mode and connect to computer iTunes should say it found an iPod in recovery mode.
And if necessary
iOS: Device not recognized in iTunes for Mac OS X
Or
See
iOS: Device not recognized in iTunes for Windows
- I would start with
Removing and Reinstalling iTunes, QuickTime, and other software components for Windows XP
or
Removing and reinstalling iTunes and other software components for Windows Vista, Windows 7, or Windows 8
However, after your remove the Apple software components also remove the iCloud Control Panel via Windows Programs and Features app in the Window Control Panel. Then reinstall all the Apple software components
- New cable and different USB port
- Run this and see if the results help with determine the cause
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- Try on another computer to help determine if computer or iPod problem

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" Is there a problem with my computer or my mini?"
Probably neither, but it's widely recommended on these forums not to boot up your computer with the iPod attached for the very reason you experienced.

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Sue
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The good news is that I removed the most recent iPod software update, restored the iPod (ie returned it to factory settings and reloaded all 14500 songs) and now I am really pleased to say that the iPod and the Robi are working together again in harmony, which is a huge relief.
Since I had inadvertently deleted the previous version of the iPod software from my PC, I had to download the files from here;
http://rapidshare.com/files/73863240/1.0.3.zip.html
I have contacted Roberts Radio about this problem. The recent 1.1 software update must be even more frustrating for them, since they have sold lots of Robi radios.
If anyone needs help to revert to the previous iPod software, have a look at this thread, where the instructions are printed in red;
http://discussions.apple.com/thread.jspa?threadID=1343689
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hi philli!
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love, b

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Since I downloaded the latest update of the Ipod software, It is not recognized by my computer anymore... The windows explorer & itunes can't find it.
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FOR WINDOWS:
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My son and I share a single computer for our ipods. We set up a seperate user account in Windows XP, however when we open itunes in his account, there is a lock symbol at the bottom of the itunes browser. His ipod is recognized, but we can not add songs to his ipod. His ipod was given to him by his brother, so the computer we are using does not contain the actual music on the hard drive that is on his ipod. What should we do to be able to add music to his ipod?
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2) Automatically update selected playlists only. With this option, iTunes automatically copies the playlists you have selected to the iPod when you connect it to the computer.
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Had a computer worm, think iPod was affected... Many questions...

Hi Folks,
Crazy week here - long story and long posting, but bottom line installed some new virus protection software and in the process stepped in my firewall and my machine got a couple of bugs - 1 virus, 1 worm. Had to reformat and start over, but think I saved my iTunes library (thank goodness!) in the process. Have several questions...
1. I have not sync'd my iPod since I reformatted and reinstalled iTunes and reloaded music library last night. I did sync during the time that I was trying to get rid of the virus/worm. Also copied my entire library to the iPod during the process in an effort to save my music to as many places as possible. Just looked at my iPod this morning re: music and noticed that many songs are just gone ... What is your best advice about how to clean up the iPod? All of my songs appear to be there in iTunes... Do not want to connect it to the computer if worm is living on it ...
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