I have a new computer and am trying to transfer multiple iTunes accounts
Ok, here is the long story: I have new computer and want to transfer iTunes libraries. There are 3 different iPods connected to the old computer (Windows XP, 3 different users). I utilize an external hard drive to store all the music, although iTunes resides on the c: drive of the old computer.
So, how do I get it all to transfer so that it works? I know it simply isn't as easy as moving the external drive to the new computer. When I first bought the external hard drive I was able to easily follow instructions for consolodating libraries, etc, but can't seem to find how to change computers when an external drive is involved.
Thanks.
Niel-
Thanks for the response. Do you have more specified instructions to which you can direct me? This sounds "too easy." I had a problem once before consolidating libraries (when moving the music from my hard drive to an external hard drive on my old computer). I missed one small step and it was a nightmare!
My libraries are already on my external drive, btw. Thanks.
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