Unable to xfer library from external hd to itunes 9 on new laptop

I am unable to access my externally stored library through iTunes 9. I was able to access the library on my previous computer with an older version of iTunes.
But on my new laptop with a new installation of iTunes 9 when I go to File->Library->Organize Library->Consolidate Files nothing happens. When I return to that dialogue box, the check mark is gone although the "Upgrade to iTunes media organization" has since been grayed out.
I've tried holding the shift key while opening iTunes but when I am directed to select my library, iTunes insists on opening up a .itl file, rather than simply letting me point to my folder which is full of media.
HELP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Thanks.

I wonder if it has anything to do with itunes 9 onwards storing the files in a differently-called folder than older versions.
The same thing happened to me while I was changing computers. However I managed to avoid your problem. I didn't follow your steps.
What is it that you want to do actually? Transfer the library to the computer? Or just use it externally like you've done until now?

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