Single Zune Database on Multiple Computers

Zune is a powerful music platform integrated into Windows 8, Windows Phone 8, and Windows Phone 7.5. For users who run Zune on multiple computers, maintaining consistent play counts and last played information across devices can be challenging. This guide explains how to create a single Zune database that works across multiple computers. Requirements Zune Software installed on all computers Dropbox or SkyDrive (or similar cloud storage service) Identical music library file structure on all computers Link Shell Extension (for creating symbolic links) Important Warnings Never run Zune on multiple computers simultaneously Always ensure cloud storage is fully synced before opening Zune Back up your ZuneStore.sdf before attempting this procedure Verify the ZuneStore.sdf has a green arrow in cloud storage before proceeding Preparation Install Link Shell Extension (x64 or x86 version matching your Windows) ...

June 30, 2012 · 3 min