How to Transfer iTunes Music From One Computer to Another Folder

Back up your iTunes library for peace of mind.

Nothing is as comforting as knowing your precious music files are safely preserved on your computer. If your computer crashes and your files are lost, however, it can spell disaster. Back up the music files within your iTunes application on a second computer to further protect your investment. Properly transfer the files and enjoy the peace of mind knowing your music is properly secured.

Things You'll Need

• iPod
• USB cable

Instructions

1. Connect your iPod to your computer with its provided USB cable.

2. Click the iPod icon on the left side menu of the iTunes application under "Devices" and click the "Sync" option. Allow the iTunes library to sync to the iPod.

3. Press the eject icon next to the icon of your iPod when the sync is complete and remove the USB cable from the port on your computer.

4. Leave the cable attached to the iPod and attach the other end of the cable to the second computer.

5. Press "Cancel" if iTunes asks to sync your music library.

6. Click the "Start" menu on the second computer and open "My Computer." Open "iPod," "iPod Control" and then "MUSIC."

7. Click the "Edit" menu at the top of the "MUSIC" folder and click "Select All."

8. Open a folder on the computer where you want to save the music tracks.

9. Drag and drop the selected music files into the chosen folder. The tracks will be copied from your iPod's hard drive onto your computer's hard drive.

References

• "iPod and iTunes For Dummies"; Tony Bove; 2009