Will I wipe my ipod if I plug it into a new computer?
Hello
I hope someone is able to help me please.
I recently had to restore factory settings on my computer thanks to a nasty virus.
I have reinstalled Itunes (and added about 5 songs) but am now unsure what will happen if I plug my Ipod in?!?!
I dont want to lose the songs that I have on the Ipod. But obviously would like to add them back onto my computer (and if possible keep the 5 new songs as well)!
If anyone has any advice then I would be very thankful for any help that I receive.
Thank you.
Will
You will lose all the songs on the Nano if you attempt to sync.
Download Yamipod on your computer and transfer the songs on the Nano to the computer.
Also go and buy and external hard drive and start doing regular backups of your computer.
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Rescue email address and how to reset Apple ID security questions
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5312
Send Apple an email request for help at: Apple - Support - iTunes Store - Contact Us http://www.apple.com/emea/support/itunes/contact.html
Call Apple Support in your country: Customer Service: Contacting Apple for support and service http://support.apple.com/kb/HE57
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