Ipad syncing to new computer
Have read the messages on syncing to a new computer, it does not answer the problem of books, some of them sample books, that I have downloaded, what will happen to these when I follow the instructions 'erase and sync'?
Thanx
when you plug in the ipad to new computer make sure you select file/transfer purchases from ipad as first priority and you wont loose anything, if you do something wrong the apps will still be on your older computer.
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How do I un-sync my iPad from old computer in order to sync with new computer?
Have a new lap top and want to sync my iPad to it. Since it can only sync to one device, how do I un-sync from old lap top in order to sync to new lap top?
Syncing to a new iTunes library or computer will erase your iPad. Only if you back up your device manually before syncing, you can restore it from that backup again. A manual backup does not include the sync process.
Here's what to do:
Disable autosync in iTunes, connect your iPad to your new computer and right click on it in the device list and choose backup. iTunes will backup your iPad without syncing.
Transfer your purchases the same way, choosing "transfer purchases" this time.
When you connect your iPad for the first time, all media content will be erased. But you can restore your settings and app data from your manual backup afterwards.
Don't forget to set up at least one contact and event on your new computer to be able to merge calendars and contacts when you sync the iPad for the first time.
Music is one way only, from the computer to your device, unless you bought the songs in itunes and transferred your purchases.
There is 3rd party software out there, but not supported by Apple, see this thread:http://discussions.apple.com/thread.jspa?threadID=2013615&tstart=0
About backups and what's saved: iTunes: About iOS backups
How to back up and restore:http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1414
How to download apps for free again:http://support.apple.com/kb/HT2519
Saving other data is also described here. How to back up your data and set up as a new device -
The computer that I used to sync my Ipad with crashed. How can I copy the pictures from my Ipad to my new computer? When I try to use Picassa to import them I can only see the 'Camera Roll; folder but I have several other folders with hundreds of pictures in them
To copy photos to your computer that were taken with the iPad, copied to it via the camera connection kit, or saved from emails/websites then see this page - on a PC you can use the windows camera wizard
To copy photos that were originally synced from a computer you will need a third-party app on your iPad such as Simple Transfer which can copy them off via your wifi network. But as photos are 'optimised' when they are synced to the iPad, any that you then copy back to a computer may not be exactly the same as they originally were on your computer. -
I have had several computers in recent years and when i try to sync my iphone and ipad to my new computer, it says it cant because the devices are registered on too many computers. I only need them synced up to two computers - how do i fix this?
In iTunes, under the "Store" menu, you can select "Deauthorize this computer". That will remove that computer from your iTunes account and free up a spot for the new computer.
If you have already sold or wiped your previous computers, you can log into your iTunes account from the Store menu in iTunes by selecting "View My Account xxxx@xxxx". Once you are logged in, about 1/4 the way down the page it will tell you that you have "xx computers are authorized......". Beside that you have the option to deauthorize all of the connected devices. That is the only option, you will have to deauthorize all and then set up the ones you want to use.
I think 10 is the maximum number of devices that can sync to one iTunes account. -
I have synced a new computer with the ipad and the photos have been transferred as a file with no exstention. I cannot view them on the computer but can on the ipad.
Well I forget the exact keys, but believe pressing and holding down CTRL before clicking Restore will allow you to browse and find the backup file (may be wrong).
In the end, as far as the iPhone thinks, it is a new computer so it will erase and resync stuff and as long as you loaded everything back into iTunes all should sync back. Main issue is other stuff like the data within the apps, notes, etc that are part of the backup which is why you would want to try to restore from the backup. If you don't mind losing data in apps (eg: do you care you have to relog into some apps and start over, don't care about game scores, etc) then you don't have to worry about the backup. If you have important data in some of those apps then you will need to restore from the backup. -
My computer crashed and cannot be recovered. I had my Itunes on that computer that synced with my ipad. How do I get my music off of my ipad to my new computer?
You should have a backup but if not you will need to transfer the contents before you sync or it will be erased.
Transfer music purchased from iTunes
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1848
For other music you will require a 3rd party program
e.g. http://www.copytrans.net/
http://www.ipadmactransfer.com/ -
How do i sync my ipad to my new computer without losing all the apps on the ipad
how do i sync my ipad to my new computer without losing all my apps that are on the ipad
This should be a pretty good guide for setting up the iPad with a new computer and for keeping your content.
Don't forget to authorize the new computer as well. Launch iTunes and go to Store>Authorize this Computer.
This is the original thread.
https://discussions.apple.com/message/11527201#11527201
1) Without connecting your iPad to your laptop, start iTunes. Click on Edit. Click on Preferences. Click on Devices. Check the box next to "Prevent your iPod etc. from automatically syncing." Click OK.
2) Now connect your iPad to your laptop and start iTunes.
3) When iTunes starts, right click on your iPad under Devices in the left column. Select Transfer purchases etc.
4) After it finishes transferring all your apps to your new laptop, right click on your iPad and select Backup your iPad.
5) After it finishes backing up your iPad, right click on your iPad and select Restore etc.
6) After it finishes restoring, left click on your iPad , then click on the Apps tab on top, and check the box next to Sync Apps, then click on Apply below.
If everything on your iPad looks good after the sync, go back and click on Edit / Preferences / Devices and UN-check the box next to Prevent your iPod etc. The only other thing you may want to check is if your contacts, bookmarks, etc. are syncing correctly now. If not, go to the Info tab after connecting and make sure you indicate which features you want to sync with what sources.
Make sure that you move your iTunes library from the old computer to the new one as well for all of your music.
Here is an article that can help you with that.
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4527 -
I donwloaded my iTunes library to a new computer. Trying to sync my new iPad to the new computer. I get an error message "iTunes unable to load data class inormation from sync services." Any suggestions from anyone? Thank you.
In the course of your troubleshooting to date, have you worked through the following document?
iTunes for Windows: "Unable to load data class" or "Unable to load provider data" sync services alert -
How can I sync My Ipad to a new computer without erasing and keep all my playlist
Can I download all my song from My ipad to my new computer before I erase it or will I lose all the content. Just moving to a new computer dont want to start over not all where from I tunes. Everytime I try to sync it says I must erase
do u still have ur old computer
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HT1296 how do I sync music from my ipad to a new computer?
How do I sync music from an ipad to a new computer?
Read this helpful user tip.
https://discussions.apple.com/docs/DOC-3141 -
Syncing an ipad to a new computer
Hi, I have an ipad with heaps of content on it, and it is currently synced with my old computer which is a PC. I recently got an older MacBook Pro and I want to have it synced with this MAC. As I try to sync it says only to erase and sync(which I definitely do not want) or to transfer purchases which seems to do nothing. Do I have to unsync it from my PC or something like that. Or somehow to back it up or something which I have little to no idea about. Nor do I know much about iTunes altogether.
Hi gunnerjj5,
For this you have two options: move your syncing completely to the new machine, or sync with multiple computers.
If you want to sync only with the new computer, first you'll want to move your content to that computer:
iTunes: How to move your music to a new computer
http://support.apple.com/kb/ht4527
After that, you will need to erase and sync to start syncing your iPad with the new computer since it will now contain the content your old computer had.
Otherwise, if you want to sync with both computers, use this article:
Using iPhone, iPad, or iPod with multiple computers
http://support.apple.com/kb/ht1202
Cheers!
- Ari -
I am trying to sync my ipad with my new computer. ipad previously synced with a differenr=t computer. Connect to itunes & try to sync, but message says
"sync will resume when ".." pc is available.Sync Your iOS Device with a New Computer Without Losing Data
http://www.howtogeek.com/104298/sync-your-ios-device-with-a-new-computer-without -losing-data/
Syncing to a "New" Computer or replacing a "crashed" Hard Drive
https://discussions.apple.com/docs/DOC-3141
Cheers, Tom -
How to sync my ipad to a new computer without erasing all data on it
how to sync my ipad to a new computer without erasing all data on it thanks
Check out this user tip from TuringTest:
https://discussions.apple.com/docs/DOC-3991
and this page on "How-to Geek":
http://www.howtogeek.com/104298/sync-your-ios-device-with-a-new-computer-without -losing-data/
Regards.
Forum Tip: Since you're new here, you've probably not discovered the Search feature available on every Communities page, but next time, it might save you time (and everyone else from having to answer the same question multiple times) if you search a couple of ways for a topic, both in the relevant forums and in the Apple Knowledge Base, before you post a question. -
How do i sync my Ipad to my new computer without deleting everything on my ipad
I got a new laptop for Christmas, and I want to sync my iPad to my new computer. But I dont want my itunes to replace everything on my ipad with my itunes. HOw do i download all my things like tv shows/music onto my itunes on my laptop so it doesnt delete all my things on my ipad?
If you still have access to the Old computer you used to Sync to... Then...
To have EVERYTHING as it is Now...
From your OLD computer...
Copy your ENTIRE iTunes FOLDER to an External Drive... and then from the External Drive to your New Computer..
Full Details Here > http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1751
An Added Bonus is that you will have a Backup of iTunes.
If not... Try these 2 User Tips...
Syncing to a New Computer...
https://discussions.apple.com/docs/DOC-3141
Recovering your iTunes library from your iPod or iOS device
https://discussions.apple.com/docs/DOC-3991
But transferring from the Old computer is the way to go... -
IPAD synced to compuer that crashed. Need to sync with new Computer
My computer crashed that was used to sync my IPAD. I have a second computer and ITUNES keeps asking if I want to erase and synce my IPAD. How do I sync the IPAD with the new computer without losing my photos and apps and other items saved?
iTunes: How to move your music to a new computer
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4527
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