Syncing new Ipod touch to existing library

I had to restore an older ipod touch which lost touch screen capability. The restore resolved the touch screen problem but of course wiped the ipod.
I own a second ipod touch and would like to sync the restored ipod to its library
anybody know how to do this. any help is appreciated

You need to sync it to the itunes library that has the music of the 2nd iPod. You can't share music between iPods.
There is no way other than 3rd party programs to transfer music that you didn't purchase in the itunes store to your computer.
Rule of thumb: Back up your music before you do anything like that.

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2)connect your NEW iPod Touch to the computer and go through start up.
3)you should then be prompted to restore from back up or set up as new ipod (if not simply right click on the listed new device on iTunes and select restore from backup and click on recent backup)
4)All of your settings will now be the same as they were on your old iPod but you will NOT see your Apps (however all of the data from your old apps is on your new iPod just not where you can see it)
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I have just purchased the IPod Touch. I have an 80 gig classic. I can't get the touch to sync with my ITunes library. I keep getting the message "The Ipod "Ron's Touch" cannot be synced. The disk could not be read from or written to. I have called support but to date I have not been able to get a solution to this problem. I can sync the Touch to other PC's so I know it is not a problem with the Touch. I am running an EMachine with XP Media Center Ed. Version 2002 SP2. It is an Intel Pentium D CPC 2.66 ghz. with 2 gig of RAM. Any suggestions?
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I have several downloaded albums from the iTunes Store, along with some ripped cd's, and some downloaded albums that have been imported into iTunes, along with about 100 apps. I did have many of the albums on my previous iPod Nano 8gb, but in preparation for my iPod Touch 32gb 3g, I downloaded many free iPod apps, and bought a few.
Now, I forget all the things I checked in iTunes, but know it's set now to only sync on command, not automatically. When I connect the new iPod Touch 32gb 3g, I may also need to update the iOS to 4.2 also. First, can I do the iOS update with iTunes set to manual sync? Next, what options need to be set in iTunes to a)let this happen, and b)allow me to either manually or automatically sync my new iPod?
I realize now that when I do sync the new Touch, with that many apps (over 100) it might take a minute or two.

Just what version of iTunes do you have? For a 5G iPod/iOS 7 you need iTunes 11.1 or later.. If you have a Mac yo need OSX 10.6.8 or later.
Does the iTunes still see the 4G iPod?
If necessary:
iOS: Device not recognized in iTunes for Mac OS X
Or
See
iOS: Device not recognized in iTunes for Windows
- I would start with
Removing and Reinstalling iTunes, QuickTime, and other software components for Windows XP
or
Removing and reinstalling iTunes and other software components for Windows Vista, Windows 7, or Windows 8
However, after your remove the Apple software components also remove the iCloud Control Panel via Windows Programs and Features app in the Window Control Panel. Then reinstall all the Apple software components
- New cable and different USB port
- Run this and see if the results help with determine the cause
iTunes for Windows: Device Sync Tests
Also see:
iPod not recognised by windows iTunes
Troubleshooting issues with iTunes for Windows updates
- Try on another computer to help determine if computer or iPod problem

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I recently bought a brand new Ipod touch 5th gen. I have the latest update for itunes, I want to start syncing music to my Ipod. My computer will not bring any info for this ipod touch into itunes. I had a 4th gen and I know that I seen on the right hand corner, under the search store, there should be a little icon with your Ipod below. No where is my Ipod been found. Every time I plug the USB cord into the computer, I don't see anything come on the screen. All I see is the battery charging on my Ipod. I'm getting frustrated with this Ipod not allowing me to get any music. What am I doing wrong? I also don't see any summary pane for me to reset to factory settings and start all over. how can someone help me on this? I tried turning on and off both the Ipod and computer, nothing, still the same and no Ipod is to be found on itunes. PLEASE HELP!!

Just what version of iTunes do you have? For a 5G iPod/iOS 7 you need iTunes 11.1 or later.. If you have a Mac yo need OSX 10.6.8 or later.
Does the iTunes still see the 4G iPod?
If necessary:
iOS: Device not recognized in iTunes for Mac OS X
Or
See
iOS: Device not recognized in iTunes for Windows
- I would start with
Removing and Reinstalling iTunes, QuickTime, and other software components for Windows XP
or
Removing and reinstalling iTunes and other software components for Windows Vista, Windows 7, or Windows 8
However, after your remove the Apple software components also remove the iCloud Control Panel via Windows Programs and Features app in the Window Control Panel. Then reinstall all the Apple software components
- New cable and different USB port
- Run this and see if the results help with determine the cause
iTunes for Windows: Device Sync Tests
Also see:
iPod not recognised by windows iTunes
Troubleshooting issues with iTunes for Windows updates
- Try on another computer to help determine if computer or iPod problem

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I just got my new ipod touch. I started syncing it, but lost my internet connection in the middle of syncing (seems like a problem with the pc, just not sure why). The ipod seemed to stop syncing. It still said at the top of itunes that it was syncing but didn't seem to be doing anything at all. Do I have to have an internet connection to finish syncing? It loaded all my music I think, but never would do the photos or anything else. Thanks!

you dont need an internet connection to sync any of your music or photos. Sometimes my laptop freezes up because i guess syncing puts a load on the computer but it eventually finishes syncing. Im not sure why your photos didnt get synced unless you didnt check mark them to get synced or you unplugged it before it got to your photos. try re syncing your ipod. hope i helped

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I think i had this error, Basically Try deleting your old backups of your iPod, I know it makes now sense, But try it, it worked for me

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I'm trying to sync songs saved in itunes on my laptop to my daughter's new ipod touch. It just hangs on Step 2 of 6. And it seems the itunes store won't properly load either on the laptop. I think that's part of the problem. So I downloaded the new itunes software but that didn't fix the problem. Please help.
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Probably because Apple's servers are overwhelmed on Christmas morning.

HT4557 I don't seem to be able to sync new Ipod Touch 4 with existing Itunes Account on my laptop which is used for ipod nano.

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or
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How can I sync my ipod to a new computer without losing what's already onit? Can it be done?

You can't. Sort of.
No. Not really. But kind of. See below.
See this:
http://support.apple.com/kb/TA44535?viewlocale=en_US#faq5
Question: I have a computer at home and one at work. Can I update my iPod music collection from more than one computer?
Answer: Yes. When you first connect iPod to your computer, iPod recognizes that computer as its "home" computer. Each time you connect, iPod automatically downloads the music library stored on it. When you connect iPod to a different computer, iTunes will inform you that iPod is linked to a different iTunes library and will ask whether you wish to erase iPod's contents and sync with the new computer's library. If you will be connecting to multiple computers frequently, configure your iPod to manually manage music. This will allow you to selectively drag songs, albums, or playlists from the second computer to your iPod without compromising the existing music.
Synchronization generally occurs only in one direction, from your computer to your iPod. This means you typically cannot transfer music, automatically or manually, from your iPod to a computer, and you cannot use iPod to copy a music library from one computer to another. An exception to this is the transfer purchases feature which allows you to restore purchased iTunes content to your computer from your iPod. Additionally, if you legally are allowed to copy music or other media files, you can configure your iPod as a storage drive to move media files.

Syncing new ipod touch

I am wanting to sync an ipod to my computer for my cousin who doesn't have a computer, I want to set her up a new account on my itunes. I was wondering if this can be done and how?
Thanks so much!

Download the iPod Touch manual here. Everything you need is explained and illustrated in that manual.
If you create an account on your computer through your iTunes, then the device will have to be re-setup on her computer. Let your cousin do this at her home on her computer.

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Okay, so I dropped my MB Pro and had to replace the hard drive... tragically, at the moment when my newest Time Machine backup is June 6 (long story, but I kept having the "Time Machine Drive is full" problem and never figured out how to get around it without buying lots of new drives).
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I have an iPad that I bought before the backup date, but which has changed content considerably since... and I have an iPod Touch that's only about two weeks old, but loaded with all my old songs, etc. and several new apps.
HOW do I sync up the iPad and iPod Touch to the computer once the new but "June 6" drive is up and running? Is there a way to have all the changes on the iPad and iPod added back to the Mac, rather than forcing those two units to also go back to my June 6 backup profile?

Google "Pod to Mac". It is available as both a freeware and paid software. It will copy the content of your iPod touch and most likely your iPad as well back to your Mac. Somethings, like photos, may not get copied back.
As another potential backup, try Carbon Copy Cloner. You can use it to clone your hard drive making a restore much easier.

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My Ipod was recently stolen. Can I sync a new ipod or itouch with the itunes library I backed up for my original ipod?
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Hey there,
Yes you can. Just go ahead and hook it up to your new computer and go through the registration process and sync away if the backed up music is already imported into your new library. Hope this helps.
B-rock

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- First I would do:
Removing and reinstalling iTunes, QuickTime, and other software components for Windows Vista or Windows 7
or
Removing and Reinstalling iTunes, QuickTime, and other software components for Windows XP
- Next try on anoterh computer to help determine if y have a computer or iPod/cable problem
- Also try another cable if you have one. Some 5G iPod where shipped with defective cables.
- It cold also be a computer problem. The iPod requires USB 2 ports.
- Does your computer have USB 2 portsd? How old is the iPod.
- Last, make an appointment at the Genius Bar of an Apple store.
Apple Retail Store - Genius Bar

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