I How do I combine two ITune libraries from my laptop and home computers so I can download the songs to my IPhone?

I have two Itune libraries one on my home computer and one on my laptop.  I have been able to download one library to my IPhone (home computer) but not the other.  How can I merge these two so I can use both computers or can I????  Help!  I called my Apple store for an appointment to figure this out and they aren't even answering the phone!!

Home Sharing:
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  • Just after buying a new laptop. How do I transfer my iTunes library from one laptop to the next?

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    - Try another cable unless the other device works OK witht he same cable
    - Inspect the dock connector on the iPod for bent or missing contacts, foreign material, corroded contacts, broken, missing or cracked plastic.
    - Make an appointment at the Genius Bar of an Apple store.
    Apple Retail Store - Genius Bar                          

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