How do I run itunes from external Hard drive?

How do I run itunes from external hard drive. I only have ssd on PC and media is too large to fit

Windows 7

Posted on Nov 22, 2012 7:36 AM

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Nov 22, 2012 5:45 PM in response to mls8

You do not.

iTunes, like all programs is installed on the C drive.

You can store the media on another drive.


Assuming you are moving an existing library from another computer:


Move or Copy the ENTIRE iTunes folder from the old computer to the new computer and put it where you want it.

Install iTunes using the default options.

Hold <SHIFT> while launching iTunes. It will prompt to create a new library or locate an existing library.

Select the option to locate an existing library.

Point iTunes to the iTunesLibrary.itl file in the iTunes folder that was moved from the old computer.

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