IPod showing up in computer but not iTunes

So i have this iPod classic and it is stuck on a screen that says plug into itunes to restore. But when i plug it into itunes it just doesnt show up. It shows up in my computer but not itunes. Any solutions?

Hello DomFC,
The following article provides some useful information and steps that can get iTunes to recognize your iPod again.
iPod: Appears in Windows but not in iTunes
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1363
Cheers,
Allen

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