Using 2 ipods on one computer with Windows XP

Is it possible to have two iTunes accounts on one computer with Windows XP? My brother already had an iTunes account on this computer and then I got an iPod too. I just loaded his music onto my iPod at the time, but I want to delete all of the music he gave me and start over. I want my own iTunes account so I can load my own songs. He's afraid that if I erase all of the songs from my iPod and reload from his iTunes it will mess up his iPod as well. What should I do?

The following link should help you out & explain all of your options.
http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=300432

Similar Messages

How can I use two Ipods on one computer.

I was wondering if it is possible to use 2 Ipods on one computer without having to reload all of the music to the new library.

If you are adding a second iPod for your own use, just connect the new iPod to your computer and follow the on screen instructions. It will update from your existing library. Depending on the size of your library and the type of iPod you choose you can have it update all songs and playlists, selected playlists only or you can manage it manually
If the iPods belong to different users then there are actually a few methods for using more than one iPod on a single computer: How To Use Multiple iPods with One Computer
Just to summarise what's in the link above which is a little out of date:
Method one is to have individual Mac or Windows user accounts which by definition would give you completely separate iTunes Music folders and libraries.
Method two is to set your preferences so that any or all of iPods get updated with only certain playlists within one library:
Loading songs onto iPod automatically - Windows
Choosing the update option "Sync Music - Selected playlists" allows you to create a playlist specifically for each 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 by the other iPod. You can read more about playlists at these links:
iTunes: Creating playlists of your favorite songs
How to create a Smart Playlist with iTunes
Another option when using a single library is to set any or all of the iPods to manual update: Managing content manually on iPod

Can I use 2 iPods in one computer?

I have an iPod Nano and my brother has an iPod Mini. We only have one computer in the house. Can we plug and use both iPods in one computer without affecting the contents of each of our iPods? Because it might delete my songs when he plugs in his iPod and vice versa.

There are a couple of methods for using more than one iPod on a single computer. Method one is to have two Mac or Windows user accounts which by definition would give you two completely separate libraries. Method two is to set your preferences so that either one or both iPods get updated with only certain playlists within one library. Have a look at this article and see what you think and go for whichever you feel suits your needs best: How To Use Multiple iPods with One Computer
Method two, "automatically update selected playlists only" would allow you to create a playlist specifically for each 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 by the other iPod. Make your playlist a Smart playlist and limit the size to just below the advertised capacity of your iPod Mini or Nano (around 3700MB for a 4GB or 1800MB for a 2GB). You can read more about playlists at these links:
iTunes: Creating playlists of your favorite songs
How to create a Smart Playlist with iTunes
A third option is to set one or both iPods to "manually manage songs and playlists" and drag whatever you like to them.

Help wanted - step by step process on how to use two ipods on one computer

I'm just in the process of getting an ipod (waiting on delivery!) and want to know how it is possible to have two ipods using the same computer but synchronizing differently. I don't want to risk losing my partners music (he'll be very upset!) and I don't want to end up with his music on my ipod. I'd appreciate it if someone could give me a step by step guide or tell me where the best place to look for the answer is. Is it possible somehow to have two different libraries on one computer? Is that how it works?

There are a couple of methods for using more than one iPod on a single computer. Have a look at the article linked below. Method one is to have two Mac or Windows user accounts which by definition would give you two completely separate libraries. Method two as Chris has already described above is to set your preferences so each iPod is updated with only certain playlists within one library. Have a look anyway and see what you think and go for whichever you feel suits your needs best: How To Use Multiple iPods with One Computer

Transferring iPod To New Computer With Windows 8

I'm trying to transfer my iPod to my new laptop (Windows 8) for college. The version of Windows I used on my home computer is Windows 7. I tried simply syncing my iPod into iTunes on my new computer (twice). All it did was charge. When I ejected it, all my music was still on there (I heard later on it would get deleted by doing this). Is there any way to easily make this transfer with playlists and plays remaining in tact (the latter not being as important though)? I want to keep my iPod/iTunes in the condition it was before. The internet has been no help to me. If anyone can help me, it would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.
Message was edited by: blahblahihaveaquestion

Hey blahblahihaveaquestion,
Thanks for the question. The best solution for achieving this would be to transfer the iTunes Library from your previous computer (the one you currently sync your iPod with) to your new computer:
iTunes: How to move your music to a new computer
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4527
Thanks,
Matt M.

Is there a way to use multiple ipods on one computer without them overwriting each other?

i have in total 3 ipods.
One is an the square ipod. (the one with the moving screen on the right)
the second is an ipod shuffle (the touch screen one)
and i just got an ipod touch. (the colorful one)
i still use all my ipods but on my first two i use the same itunes for it. so for example, i use one ipod to download all of my music library.
then i connect my second ipod only to download selected songs.
but now that i have an ipod touch, one of the ipods is going to be overwritten.
So is there a way for that not to happen?
having a flash drive for a seperate itunes for one ipod is to much of a hassle.
but if anyone has the answers, i would greatly appriaciate it.
thanks! : D

Why do you think that one will be over written?
You can sync as many ipods/iphones/ipads as you like to one computer. Each is different and will only sync what you select.

How do I use 2 ipods on one computer??

Please help. I bought my friends 3rd generation ipod off my friend for my dad for xmas, I have an ipod mini already set up with itunes on my computer. How do I go about setting up 2 ipods with one itunes, or setting up a seperate itunes?? Any advice would be very much appreciated I am not the best at these sort of things x

hiya!
these resources might be helpful:
Natalie Beresford: multiple iPod/iTunes installations
How to use multiple iPods with one computer
iTunes: How to share music between different accounts on a single computer
love, b

Can someone tell me how to use 2 ipods on one computer

well when anyone can ill be waiting for the answer i want to know cuz since im buying the ipod video i want to see if i can use the same computer that im uploading stuff to my ipod mini

There is no limit to how many iPods can run on a single PC. Or how many PCs a single iPod can connect to. Either by Apple design or by any legal issues.
These links should help:
Natalie Beresford: Multiple iPods/iTunes Installations
How to use multiple iPods with one computer
How to share music between different accounts on a single computer

Windows 7 is so easy to navagate. I have one computer with Windows 8.1 that is terrible to use.

Is there any way to convert to Windows 7 Professional at no cost? Windows 8 was designed for tablet devices, therefore why can you not have software for both? Windows 8.1 is a nightmare to work with on a laptop, or a desktop computer. I am extremely
tired of spending hours, and searching websites other than Microsoft to help with issues (too many to list). I have an Apple iPad, which I have never liked, but at least they keep things consistent.
Extremely Upset,
Stewart W. Sennet Jr.
302-983-7259

May depend on how you acquired it.
Understanding downgrade rights
I'd ask them more over here.
Windows 8.1 forums on Microsoft Answers
Regards, Dave Patrick ....
Microsoft Certified Professional
Microsoft MVP [Windows]
Disclaimer: This posting is provided "AS IS" with no warranties or guarantees , and confers no rights.

Using multiple Ipods on one computer

I just purchased an Ipod Nano to use in addition to my older Ipod on my home Windows computer. How can I use Itunes to support both Ipods without having to repurchase all my music?

You just plug in the Nano. iTunes will recognize that it's a separate device, with it's own preferences. Music you've purchased from the iTunes Store can be synced to all your iPods.
I'm currently syncing three iPods to the same library. I use the Sync Selected Playlists option (look on the Music tab) to determine what music gets put on which iPod.
Best of luck.

Transferring all music from ipod to new computer with Windows Vista

I need help!!! I recently bought a new computer that has windows vista, and I do not have access to my old computer. I have tried following the online help but I cannot figure out how to transfer all of my music files from my nano to this new computer. I am only able to transfer my purchased songs. My ipod has been set to 'manul' update. Can someone help me with this???

Copying from iPod to Computer threads...
http://discussions.apple.com/thread.jspa?threadID=926222&tstart=0
http://discussions.apple.com/thread.jspa?threadID=893334&tstart=0
http://discussions.apple.com/thread.jspa?messageID=797432&#797432
Also these useful internet articles...
http://www.engadget.com/2004/11/02/how-to-get-music-off-your-ipod/
http://playlistmag.com/help/2005/01/2waystreet/
iPod: Frequently Asked Questions
http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=60920
Patrick

4 iPods to one computer with communication - 3 computers with no Internet

I've seen some answers that dance around this - 4 Kids - I purchased 4 ipods (Nano) for Christmas. We have one family computer that is Internet connected. The other children have Dell / XP computers but no communications. What is the best way for me to set up their ipods where they can download music fro iTunes from the family computer, yet still listen and manage their own songs from their computers with no Internet access? I'd like them to be able to download songs - take them to their computer - and manage their iPods from there.

Since you want your children to be able to manage their music on their respective computers, I think it will be best to transfer the music from the family computer to the kids' computers. Have a look at this article in the Apple Knowledge Base for an outline of your various options:
http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=93366
Once the music has been transferred, they should have no problem maintaining their music libraries.
One important point to note is that in order for their computers to play music purchased from iTMS and transfer it to the nano's, each of computers will have to be authorized and that requires an internet connection.
It only takes a minute, though, and once the computer has been authorized, the connection is no longer needed.
Any further questions, post back.

Can you use two ipods on one computer ?

if so how do you go about setting the second one up without deleting the existing software/music already installed ?
Windows XP

See this.
Multiple iPod installations.

Can i use two ipods on one computer

im using a 30GB

Well, obviously, you can't fit as much on the Nano as you can on the 30 gig. Beyond that, you can do pretty much as you please. iTunes will recognize each device. My solution is to set each iPod to "Sync Only Selected Playlists". I then have playlists which are specific to each iPod as well as playlists that get synced to all of them.

Using Internet explorer .Have new computer with windows 8. Has older version but newer fails why?

Why am I unable to install newer version of flash player on Windows 8? Older version will not work with games on Pogo game site. Anyone know what I should try? I have followed all Adobe instructions for correcting with no success.

How are you trying to install the update - Windows Update? See http://helpx.adobe.com/flash-player/kb/flash-player-issues-windows-8.html

Using 2 ipods on one computer with Windows XP

Similar Messages

Maybe you are looking for