apple sending new ipod - need lots of help [windows user]

[DEALwithit]

Apple's sending me a new ipod [mini 4gb silver] because i broke my old one, and i don't want to re-add all of my songs like 1 by 1...how can i 'save' my library so that i won't have to add all of my songs again onto the ipod?

Also, when i get my new ipod, do i just connect it to my computer and the computer installs it for me? Or will i have to like, uninstall ipod/itunes and install it again using the cd they provide for me?

I basicly just need general help with this.
I'm a windows user. xp, mini 4gb

[honeybee1236]

Welcome. Just update the iPod firmware using the updater. Explain what you mean by save your library?

[jessica.]

Make sure you deauthorize your itunes.

[AJD1992]

Easy. If they are downloaded (ie Not purchased from iTunes) You can plug in your 'pod, register it, and click "file -> Update (put name of ipod here) Ipod.

Easy!