View Full Version : Need Help with Ipod/Itunes!
The_Return
08-24-2009, 06:42 PM
So I've got a few thousand songs stored on my computer in Itunes. These files are also backed up on my Ipod (fairly old - 4th generation).
I recently bought a new laptop, and I'm trying to get my music copied over. As far as I'm aware, Apple does not allow you to sync this way, therefore I need to extract the files from my Ipod and store them on the harddrive of my new computer.
There are lots of programs available to do this...but I'm not having any luck. I tried a program called Ipod Copy, which was great - until I realized the trial version only lets you copy 100 files. Waste of time.
I'm now fucking with one called Ipod Agent. It's free, which is nice...but for some ungodly reason it can't read my files. It detects the Ipod is connected, but it says there are no files on it - I disconnected to double check, and it still has my whole 2000+ songs.
Does anyone have a suggestion from here? I'm lost. Can someone either point me toward a better program to do this, or figure out why Ipod Agent can't read my files? Either way, I'd REALLY appreciate it!
missmacabre
08-24-2009, 07:12 PM
I've never had an iPod and only use iTunes for a few podcasts that only run using the program and I am not exactly versed in all things Apple.
but can't you just put your songs on a flash drive or transfer using usb?
The_Return
08-24-2009, 07:17 PM
I've never had an iPod and only use iTunes for a few podcasts that only run using the program and I am not exactly versed in all things Apple.
but can't you just put your songs on a flash drive or transfer using usb?
I'll probably have to break down and get a flash drive if all else fails...that would probably be easier, but I'd rather not go out and buy one if it's possible to get them copied direct from the Ipod.
You're probably right though.
missmacabre
08-24-2009, 10:12 PM
It can never hurt to have like... a 1gig flash drive. Especially when you are a student. I have a 1 gig, 2 gig, and 2 250 mb flash drives. They really come in handy when trading dowloaded movie or music with friends, getting work off of the school's lab/library computers and onto my laptop and vice versa. I suggest you grab one, they come pretty cheap from Wal-Mart or The Source.
ManchestrMorgue
08-25-2009, 12:52 AM
Can't you just connect both your Macs to your router, and copy over from one to the other on your local network?
Also, I can't remember the details, but when you start up a new Mac, doesn't it ask you if you want to copy your data from another Mac, and you can connect them directly and transfer files that way? Not sure exactly though, it's been a while since I have booted a new Mac.
ferretchucker
08-25-2009, 03:11 AM
A long winded but functional way to do it would be what MM (hahaha, guess which one :p) said.
Use a flash drive to move them on and off. Like a Bus.
The_Return
08-25-2009, 03:17 AM
Can't you just connect both your Macs to your router, and copy over from one to the other on your local network?
Also, I can't remember the details, but when you start up a new Mac, doesn't it ask you if you want to copy your data from another Mac, and you can connect them directly and transfer files that way? Not sure exactly though, it's been a while since I have booted a new Mac.
Sorry, should have mentioned this initially - both are PCs. Old one is running XP, laptop is running Vista. I also don't have a wireless router, and the way we've got things setup it would be impossible to have both computers connected at the same time :o
So, pretty much the verdict is I need a flash drive? Guess I'll have to pick one up after work...still open for suggestions if anyone knows an easier way though.
I'd go with the flash drive....you can get a 2 gig for about $10 and it will always come in handy.
ferretchucker
08-25-2009, 10:27 AM
Alternatively, you could splash out on an external harddrive and use it to move EVERYTHING over at once. Photos, music, videos, Office Files. I got one which I just put all my shit onto to save room on my internal one for games and stuff. Also good in case of a fire.
novakru
08-25-2009, 02:56 PM
thats really weird. i transferred my itunes/ipod from one computer to another and then my ipod connected to the new computer itunes just fine.
Just email itunes customer service, this should not be a problem or something you need to buy anything to fix...
The_Return
08-25-2009, 07:09 PM
thats really weird. i transferred my itunes/ipod from one computer to another and then my ipod connected to the new computer itunes just fine.
Just email itunes customer service, this should not be a problem or something you need to buy anything to fix...
Either you've got a modded iPod / hacked version of iTunes, or that was a long time ago. I'm not sure if it was different in the past, but today Apple programs only allow you to sync one way. You just seem to be the exception to the rule, heh. (I used to do iPhone tech support at work, so I'm pretty familiar with iTunes + how Apple makes sure you spend as much money as possible :p)
Anyway, I picked up a 4 gig flash drive, worked like a charm. Had to make a couple trips back and forth, but it solved the problem. Thanks for the suggestion folks :)
ManchestrMorgue
08-25-2009, 09:46 PM
Sorry, should have mentioned this initially - both are PCs. Old one is running XP, laptop is running Vista. I also don't have a wireless router, and the way we've got things setup it would be impossible to have both computers connected at the same time :o
Sorry, I somehow got the idea that you were using Macs. Looking back I have no idea why. Very likely, because I was drinking... :)
But good to see that the flash drive worked. That or an external hard drive would be the simplest solution.
Make sure you don't make the same mistake that I did and only copy over the songs, whilst forgetting to copy over your library files and cover art etc. That was painful.
ferretchucker
08-26-2009, 05:03 AM
Either you've got a modded iPod / hacked version of iTunes, or that was a long time ago. I'm not sure if it was different in the past, but today Apple programs only allow you to sync one way. You just seem to be the exception to the rule, heh. (I used to do iPhone tech support at work, so I'm pretty familiar with iTunes + how Apple makes sure you spend as much money as possible :p)
Anyway, I picked up a 4 gig flash drive, worked like a charm. Had to make a couple trips back and forth, but it solved the problem. Thanks for the suggestion folks :)
Gooooooooood. They work a treat.