Old computer crashed-trying to transfer library to new one via DVD copy?
Our old computer crashed after a lightning strike and we managed to get all the data off via a computer 'guy' who copied it all to DVD. Now when I try to put it on ITunes it keeps telling me I have to insert the disk as it can't locate the file.
What am I doing wrong and can anyone help?
Message was edited by: BeanieandElvis
Our old computer crashed after a lightning strike and we managed to get all the data off via a computer 'guy' who copied it all to DVD. Now when I try to put it on ITunes it keeps telling me I have to insert the disk as it can't locate the file.
What am I doing wrong and can anyone help?
Message was edited by: BeanieandElvis
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