Registering a second ipod on same laptop

apologies if this is a stupid question...... I already have an ipod classic registered and in use. My problem is that while the ipod nano will take music from the same laptop it sees it as a playlist and i cannot create anymore playlists. in other words, is possible to register two ipods on the same laptop? Thanks

Hi
Follwed the link as suggested, created a new library (or so I thought) and it has now deleted any evidence of existance of my hubby's 80gb i pod classic.
Help - I don't know what to do now

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My wife recently bought the new ipod nano 8gb. My problem is, how do I keep her iTunes setup seperate from my own (totally different tastes!) on the same laptop or is it best just to download everything on to my session and then set up her playlists in my library and simply manually sync her ipod to those playlists?

When the iPods belong to different people, there are basically three ways of using multiple iPods on a computer and these involve:
a) Sharing a single iTunes library
b) Creating Multiple Libraries in a single user account
c) Creating multiple user accounts.
Note: When you are sharing an iTunes library, you don't have to set each iPod to update in the same manner, you can mix and match from the options below as each iPod has it's own update settings
Sharing a Library and/or User Account
If you want to share the one library, you can set either or all of the iPods so that they only get updated with only certain playlists (you can update from more than one if you wish): Loading songs onto iPod automatically - Windows
Choosing the update option "Sync Music - Selected playlists" allows you to create a playlist specifically for the iPod and drag the tracks you want into it. If you tire of the list and want to change it, you just add or remove the songs you don't want. The ones you take out out remain in the library to be used some other time if you choose. You can read more about playlists at these links:
iTunes: Creating playlists of your favorite songs
How to create a Smart Playlist with iTunes
Or you can choose to update any or all of the iPods manually and just drag whatever content you want to them: Managing content manually on iPod
Multiple Libraries
It's also possible to have multiple libraries in a single account. To create or access a second (or more) library, hold down the Shift key in Windows when launching iTunes 7. In the resulting dialogue you will get the option to create a new library or navigate to the other Library.
Note: You can only have one Library open at a time and iTunes will default to the last library opened if you don't use the keyboard command to choose one. This can prove tricky when using multiple iPods, if you don't use the keyboard command you can risk syncing to the wrong library: Using multiple iTunes libraries -Windows
Separate User Accounts
Another option is to create a separate User account for each person on your PC or Mac. Different accounts by definition would give you completely separate libraries. Each account has it's own iTunes folder, Library and iTunes Music folder and you load it with CDs etc just as you did with your original one. The iPod can be set to update however the owner chooses, sync all, manual or sync specific playlists
I don't use Windows so I can't give you a step by step on that one, however I can point you to another web page which should help you out. You can read about Windows user accounts here: Create A New User Account In Vista

HT202213 how do i install a second ipod on one laptop and have it sync with only my music

I have my son's ipod on my laptop and when he plugged it in it auto sync and made all the changes to music, games, etc. I recently purchased an ipod for myself and went and purchased some songs. However it downloaded the songs into my son's playlist. How do I set up my own account so when I plug in my ipod it does the same as his plus allow me to download my own music.

See:
How to use multiple iPods, iPads, or iPhones with one computer
What is the best way to manage multiple...: Apple Support Communities
Easiest is to just check the media yo want synced vice syncing the entire library.

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Hello Orlosky,
And welcome to Apple Discussions!
Not sure as to how that happened, because there is no limit to how many devices you can sync to one computer. To sync to the 2nd iPod, simply hook it up, go through the registration and setup process, and then sync away.
There are several ways of managing multiple iPods with one computer. I think your best option would be to check out this Apple support document. Hope it helps.
[How to use multiple iPods with one computer|http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1495]
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I,ve already got an ipod nano 2nd gen on our computer and recently bought one for my girlfriend. I've registered it on the computer but everytime i connect her i pod its says i have to fill in all the imfomation again. its like its not saving the imfomation.

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Read this: http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1495

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See these articles about using more than one iPod on one computer, and with either one or more iTunes libraries.
Multiple iPod installations.
How to use multiple iPods with one computer.

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Sorry to ask, how do I do it please. I have my first ipod with the same account on both computers that have different libraries one of which I am building now. Do I have to de-authorise my original ipod on the computer that I want to use my new ipod on with the new library and then register my new ipod. I would rather do this than have 2 libraries on one itunes, but keep the same account details.

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I have one Windows laptop. I have an iPod and an iTunes library. I store my iTunes tunes/movies/podcasts on an exernal hard drive because there isn't enough space on my laptop. I want to purchase a second iPod for my son and manage his iTunes library in the same way - same laptop, same external hard drive.
I created a separate library and quickly got confused. Is it possible to have two separate libraries for two separate iPods but use the same laptop and external hard drive? IF possible, how should I do this?

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help. we have recently loaded my daughters ipod to the laptop. now we are trying to add my ipod to the same laptop only there is no sign of being asked to register, nor can we sync the songs to my ipod. can more than one ipod be added to the same computer? i already have an account with apple does this help the problem.

See these articles about using more than one iPod on one computer, and with either one or more iTunes libraries.
Multiple iPod installations.
How to use multiple iPods with one computer.

Hello. I'm already registered in iTunes and want to have a second iPod (with a separate email-adress) being capable of iMessage. What do I have to do?

Hello. I'm already registered in iTunes and want to have a second iPod (with a separate email-adress) being capable of iMessage. What do I have to do?

You can use the same iTunes account on both iPod. To allow Messags betwen the two, one one iPod go to Settings>Messages>Receive At and add another email address and delete the iTunes account email address.
If that is not what you want plase explain better what you want to obtain.

HT4436 I have an existing Apple ID that I use for my IPOD Touch. I just received an Iphone 4S to replace my existing Blackberry that broke. Can I set up a new ID for my work phone, but still use the same laptop that I use for my Ipod Touch?

I have an existing Apple ID for my Ipod touch being used via my laptop. I just received an Iphone 4S as a replacement for my Blackberry Curve that broke, that goes through Verizon. Do I set up a separate Apple ID for the phone, and will it work with the same laptop? Can one computer work with two ID's and two different devices?

No need to create a New Apple ID... your Existing one will work fine...
Apple ID FAQ > http://support.apple.com/kb/HE37

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I just purchased a new ipod touch so now I have two. I do not want the second ipod touch to sync the same as the old ipod touch - 2 people with 2 different music preferences. How do I keep them separate.

These are two possible approaches that will normally work to move an existing library to a new computer.
Method 1
Backup the library with this User Tip.
Deauthorize the old computer if you no longer want to access protected content on it.
Restore the backup to your new computer using the same tool used to back it up.
Keep your backup up-to-date in future.
Method 2
Connect the two computers to the same network. Share your <User's Music> folder from the old computer and copy the entire iTunes library folder into the <User's Music> folder on the new one. Again, deauthorize the old computer if no longer required.
Both methods should give the new computer a working clone of the library that was on the old one. As far as iTunes is concerned this is still the "home" library for your devices so you shouldn't have any issues with iTunes wanting to erase and reload.
I'd recommend method 1 since it establishes an ongoing backup for your library.
Note if you have iOS devices and haven't moved your contacts and calendar items across then you should create one dummy entry of each in your new profile and iTunes should merge the existing data from the device.
If your media folder has been split out from the main iTunes folder you may need to do some preparatory work to make it easier to move. See make a split library portable.
Should you be in the unfortunate position where you are no longer able to access your original library or a backup then then see Recover your iTunes library from your iPod or iOS device for advice on how to set up your devices with a new library with the maximum preservation of data.
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How do I set up my second Ipod and itunes library (same computer)?

I recently filled up my first Ipod, and want to load my second Ipod's software on the same computer without causing interference and problems with my first ipod and library. How do I load my second ipod's software and create a library just for it, without the libraries becoming confused, or not recognizing ipods, or double copying songs?
Thanks in advance,
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There are numerous ways to do what you want. Check this out: http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=300432

I have an iPod of rock and pop tracks which i generally use on shuffle mode. Now I have a second iPod to store classical music. If I plug it in to my pc will it duplicate my rock and pop or will it register as a different device?

I have an iPod Classic with rock and pop tracks on which I generally play in shuffle mode. I have now bought a second iPod Classic to store and play classical music as I don't want to shuffle rock with classical. What will happen when I attach the new iPod to my pc? Will it register as a new device with an iTunes file of its own, or will it duplicate what I already have on the original iPod?

You can attach the second iPod and configure it to sync whatever content you like without affecting the first iPod. I would take a look at this article for different ways to manage multiple iPods on one computer.
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