My ipod classic won't show in itunes after a restore

My ipod classic would only show apple logo. So I restored it following the appe support instructions. Once this was done it said do not disconnect, ipod will appear in itunes. But it doesn"t and there is still the apple logo on the screen of the ipod.
Any idea ?
Thanks

Be patient please.
Your iPod hardisk filesystem need to be repaired
Use DiskUtility, select your iPod, click First Aid and press Repair.
However if you want to troubleshoot it yourself.
To change from diskmode to normal mode.
Disconnect the iPod from PC
press Menu and Center button for 10 secs till the Apple logo comes ON, then let go of the buttons.
This will bring you to Normal iPod mode, if your iPod harddisk and battery are good.
If you hear clicking sounds, during the reset, your iPod hardisk is dying.
Good Luck!

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