My Library Won't Display Prior Mp3s

Can someone help me figure out how to display my old mp3s in my my Library so that I can transfer them to my new Nano? My Library is only showing new disks that I have downloaded - they are showing up as .m4As. This is very frustrating.

The default music file format that iTunes will import to is an AAC file. Which file extension is .m4a. iTunes will display and work with standard MP3 files as well.
To add existing MP3 files to your iTunes library, simply use the FILE - ADD FILE TO LIBRARY or the FILE - ADD FOLDER TO LIBRARY functions. This will make iTunes aware of your music that existed on your computer prior to installing iTunes. When complete the MP3's should then be listed in your iTunes library.
If you intend to only use iTunes and discontinue use of other media players, you may want to have iTunes configured to "Keep iTunes Music Folder Organized". This will auto-rename and organize the music automatically for you. Another great option to consider is "Copy files to iTunes Music folder when adding to library". This options automatically copies your music to the central iTunes Music folder whenever you add to your Library. This way it isn't scattered all over your computers hard drive. It also makes backing up the music a simple process. Both of these options are located under EDIT - PREFERENCES on the ADVANCED / GENERAL tab.
Best Regards-
Randy
P.S. - My instructions were geared towards a Windows user but steps for MAC user are very similar and I KNOW JeffDc can speak for the MAC side =)

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