Two ipod mini's on one computer

I have a ipod mini that I bought last year. My son plans to get one for a gift. How can we set up two different library file?
Has anyone had the same problem?
Let me know if anyone has any suggestions.
Thanks

William,
You are not alone.
Have a look at:
http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=300432

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