Itunes doesn't recognize my ipod nano

I have an I-Pod Nano.  I'm pretty sure it's generation 4, maybe 5.  It doesn't have a camera, I know that.  The device keeps shutting off.  Windows hardly ever recognizes it.  I-tunes never does.  Can anyone help?  I want to reload the software onto it, but don't know how!  If you could help, I would greatly appreciate it.

I'm pretty sure it's generation 4, maybe 5.  It doesn't have a camera, Its a 4th gen.
iPod not recognized in 'My Computer' and in iTunes for Windows
http://support.apple.com/kb/ts1369iPod: Appears in Windows but not in iTunes
Try to reset your nano:
How to reset iPod
Hope this helps.

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