Multiple apple devices using one library

I have two i-pod classics with 30 GB capacity. I love them, and they still work well. I have purchased them probably 5 years ago. I have one at home and one at work. I sync them to the same i-tunes library. I have upgraded my computer 5 times since I purchased them. Now I just ordered an i-pod nano with 16 GB capacity.I would like to sync it to my current library. Can I do this? What about the 5 computer limit for i-tunes? 3 are no longer being used. I have two new computers that I use side by side for work-from-home telecommuting. What should I do when my new i-pod nano comes in? I just purchased it today. My current library has over 2,000 songs-most downloaded from my CDs and a few purchased from i-tunes.

Hello marie136,
And welcome to Apple Discussions!
The limit of 5 computers is referring to the number of computers you have authorized to play your purchased content. If you have reached the limit you can either deauthorize computers you no longer use or if you no longer have access to them, you can always use the *Deauthorize All* option. I would recommend reading up on this support article for a better understanding of authorization and deauthorization and the limit of 5 computers.
[About iTunes Store authorization and deauthorization|http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1420]
As for syncing the new Nano, there is no limit to the number of iPods you can sync to one iTunes library, account, or computer. Simply hook it up, set it up sync whatever and however you like and be on your way. See this article on how to manage multiple iPods with one computer if you are interested.
[How to use multiple iPods, iPads, or iPhones with one computer|http://support.apple.com/kb/ht1495]
B-rock

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