RE-installing a CD question

Hi...I have a question re: Reinstalling a CD.
I bought a new iPod shuffle and in going thru set-up, installed the CD (that came with the unit) which installs the iPod and updates to iTunes. Having run into a problem with my "kind of" new Mini recognizing the shuffle, I ended up Re-installing the above CD. Inasmuch as Re-running the CD did not fix the problem, I am wondering:
1) What happens to the original CD installation when the same CD is installed again? (and occasionally even more times)
2) If necessary, how would I delete the duplicate installation which is on the HD?
3) Since the shuffle has since been replaced due to a battery problem, would it be necessary to "wipe out" the original installation when doing an install of the replacement unit?
I apologize for these somewhat "basic" questions and really appreciate all of the help that I have received from this Board.
Thanking you again.

1. Mac OS X' Installer application should see the prior installation and ignore it, unless it has been changed (such as upgraded via a software update).
2. Drag the file to the trash and empty the trash.
3. No. Just run the iPod software (it should launch automatically) and click "update".

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