Recently whenever I try to connect my ipod to a computer using the USB cable it does not seem to be recognised in both my computer as an external drive or in itunes.
I have tried on various computers (including 2 macs) and using a different cable. I have also done the ipod reset and then tried again but still no luck.
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- Try connecting the iPod in to different USB ports of the computer. - Try different USB cable for iPod. If the same problem occur... - Try connecting your iPod in to diff. computer and see if the computer will recognize the iPod. If connecting it to diff computer gives the same result, then the storage portion of the iPod is no longer working. Send the iPod to Apple Store and see if they could still fix it.
leave the usb cable connected and just plug in the device to the cable. sometimes that can help if not there may be a problem with the cable you are using if you have another you can access use that
Hi,
If your computer is recognising other ipods and not yours there is a possibility of somethin being wrong with your ipod.You can always get it replaced.Or else maybe you should check the USB cable you are using to conect.
Finally try your ipod on another computer.
This oughta help you arrive at a conclusion.
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Try connecting this ipod to rear USB port on your desktop computer and then try this out
Toggle the Hold switch on and off. (Slide it to Hold, then turn it off again.)
Press and hold the Menu and Center (Select) buttons simultaneously until the Apple logo appears, about 6 to 8 seconds. You may need to repeat this step
USB device not recognised" - means windows needs driver to function. As soon as you connect USB device it check driver in cache it is available it detect smoothly you can perform else it generate errors.
Often this is an electrostatic charge problem on usb hub. To solve it: On PC disconnect power cable for 30 mins or so from power outlet. On laptop, disconnect from power and remove latop battery for 15 mins or so. If it still does not work, then it may be faulty root hub on motherboard.
You should try connecting the iPod to a different computer and see if it works. If it doesn't work, you should try connecting with a different USB cable if you can get a hold of one. One of the two should be your problem (a defective USB port on the computer or a defective iPod USB cable).
Try checking for ipod for any corrupted files. If you use P2P software to "pirate" music, try deleting those files. Also try a different usb port, and if you are using a hub, plug directly into the computer.....which Mac do you have btw?
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