TS3988 computer associated with another apple id

message says when i try to log into itunes match that it is associated with another apple id and cant log in for 65 days, how do i fix this ?

Hi balbri,
If you have questions about Apple ID associations, you may find the following article helpful:
iTunes Store: Associating a device or computer to your Apple ID
http://support.apple.com/kb/ht4627
Regards,
- Brenden

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