My ipod classic 160 GB continually reboots itself after crashing about a half hour ago. How can I fix this?

Please help me figure out how to fix this situation, whether I can reset it or whether I need it serviced. I tried the center and menu buttons, and again, it just kept rebooting itself.
I stopped upgrading iTunes at 10.3.1, so please don't suggest that I upgrade because I need my Front Row. Plus, my iPod has been working for at least 6 months with 10.3.1.
Thank you,
Erik Jurado

i to am having the same problem on my week old ipod classic did you manage to sort it out?? if so HELP please

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If a sad iPod icon or an exclamation point and folder icon appears on your iPod’s screen, or with sounds of clicking or HD whirring, it is usually the sign of a hard drive problem and you have the power to do something about it now. Your silver bullet of resolving your iPod issue – is to restore your iPod to factory settings.
http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=60983
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C. Try another FireWire or USB port on your computer .
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Have I tried these myself? No, I am afraid to do it myself as I am squeamish about tinkering inside electronic devices, I have few experiences that either I broke the parts (which are normally tiny or fragile) or failed to put the parts back to the main case. Therefore, I agree with suggestion to have it fixed by a Pro.
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