How do I reauthorize computers authorized under my old account address?

I have a recent account under my mac address and have 4 authorized computers under that account. But some of my music was purchased when I had a different address associate with my name. I want to play that music. When I give the password for that account I am told 5 computers have been authorized to play that music and I must reauthorize one.


How do I reauthorize a computer under an old account name?


Thx!


Barb

iMac, OS X Mavericks (10.9), Yosemite 10.10

Posted on Nov 1, 2014 6:40 PM

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Nov 1, 2014 6:45 PM in response to PicoMc

First, from each computer sign in with your old account name, then de-authorize it. Sign in under the new account name after which your can re-authorize it.



You can de-authorize individual computers, but only by using those computers. The only other option is to "de-authorize all" from your iTunes account.


1. Open iTunes on a computer

2. From the Store menu, select "View my Account..."

3. Sign in with your Apple ID and password.

4. Under "Computer Authorizations" select "De-authorize All".

5. Authorize each computer you still have, as you may require.


You may only do this once per year.


After you "de-authorize all" your authorized computers, re-authorize each one as required.


If you have de-authorized all computers and need to do it again, but your year has not elapsed, then contact: Apple - Support - iTunes - Contact Us.


For more information on authorization and de-authorization: iTunes Store- Authorize or deauthorize your Mac or PC.

Authorization


iTunes Store- Authorize or deauthorize your Mac or PC.


In iTunes you use the Authorize This Computer or De-authorize This Computer option under the Store menu in iTunes' menubar. For Windows use the ALT-S keys to access it. Or turn on Windows 7 and 8 iTunes menus: iTunes- Turning on iTunes menus in Windows 8 and 7.

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