Question On Transfer iTunes Library Via Home Sharing

Hi everyone, so basically the situation I'm in is I got a new PC laptop to replace my Macbook Pro and I want to be able to sync my iphone, ipod and ipad with the new library on the PC. I've already gone through transfering my entire library with all my music and apps etc using home sharing. My question is would I be able to connect my ios devices now and without a problem sync it with my PC? I'm afraid if I do connect it I will lose my contacts and pictures on my iphone.

You can use these instructions to move the music to a new computer.
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Hello Burn16
You should be able to, but if it is not working you can export your playlist and copy the file over and import the playlist that way.
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http://support.apple.com/kb/PH12145
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