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Most people usually have rather large iTunes libraries. This can complicate the transfer of these libraries to a new PC. For example, if you have over 1,000 different albums, full TV series collections, and feature-length films, this takes up a tremendous amount of space on the hard drive. Then you have the metadata attached to all of this (ratings, play-counts, and art). To transfer iTunes to a new PC will require an approach that is efficient and comprehensive. This simple process ensures that all of this data is covered by a back-up in the event that the transfer should fail or other difficulties are encountered. There are a number of ways to transfer your iTunes Library to a new PC. This article focuses on PC operating systems and the most efficient method for iTunes library transfer to a new PC.
If your entire library fits on your iPod, you can use iPod transfer software for the transfer process. These are available both from Apple and third-party software distributors. Regardless, one the best way to transfer your iTunes library is to use an external hard drive, as the investment in the external drive offers security advantages for future use and is easy to do.
Backup iTunes to an External Drive
External hard drives have become exceptionally affordable and also allow you to backup all data on your PC, not just iTunes. The process of transferring your iTunes library to an external drive and moving it to a new PC is much like packing your bags for a trip. The only difference is that you are packing everything instead of just the necessities and instead of a suitcase, it is a small plastic box. The best recommendation is to get an external hard drive with a
External hard drives come pre-formatted with software suited to most operating systems. Using the USB cord included, connect the external hard drive to the primary PC where the iTunes library is stored. Store the iTunes Music folder to the external drive with a simple drag and drop. You do this by opening the Start Menu and then select Computer. Double-click the icon for the external hard drive (usually Drive E:\). Drag and drop any additional folders you may have created for iTunes. If you created a separate video file, drag and drop that to the external drive as well. This can take some time depending on how large the files are, so be patient. Windows will let you know when the transfer is complete and if it was successful.
Next, click the icon in the task bar to remove external USB devices and select the external hard drive. Dismount the drive and hook it up to the new PC. Now simply restore the files to iTunes on the new PC. That is all there is to it! The beautiful advantage of this is that if your PC crashes or gets infected by malware to the degree that iTunes files are corrupted or irretrievable, you have a backup on hand.
Built in Backup Feature
The second method is to use the iTunes Backup Feature. This is a built-in backup tool and allows you to backup iTunes for transfer on CDs or DVDs. This takes extra time and all that is required are several DVDs that are blank. Windows will automatically format the disks. To do this, go to iTunes and select File > Library > Back up to Disc and this will back up all iTunes files with the exception of audio books from Audible.com.
When this process is complete, bring the handful of DVDs or CDs over to the new PC and install the files to iTunes, just as you would with an external drive.
If the primary computer is a Macintosh, you can use the Migration Assistant tool. This method has a tendency to lose some files and render them unusable on a PC. Perhaps it is best to stick with the external hard drive method, which will work on Mac OS X.
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