Old computer is a write off-no backup HELP

So I currently have an Iphone 3GS and have just ordered an Iphone 4S. Unfortunately the original computer that I synced with is pretty much dead and freezes each time I run Itunes and try to sync/backup etc.  I did backup my music library a year or two ago but I've stupidly lost the discs. I'm running on version 4.2.1.
So I have around 2000 (including purchased, burned from CDs etc.) songs and 700 or so photos that I just can't afford to lose. Is there any way that I can get the files from my Iphone onto the Itunes I've just downloaded onto my new computer (Windows)? I want to transfer it all to my new 4S.
I know this is my own stupidity but I'd sure appreciate it if anyone can advise me on a fix.

There is no need to run iTunes or do a sync/backup to move the content.
Simply copy the ENTIRE iTunes folder from the old computer to the new computer.
Once this is done, connect the old phone to the computer and do a backup.
Then the device can be upgraded to a more current iOS.  I believe this step will be required because I'm not certain that a backup from iOS4.2.1 can be used to restore a device running iOS6.  I may be mistaken on this part though.

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