My iPod touch isn't being recognized by iTunes but my computer recognized it.

It recognized before but isn't working now. I tried all the troubleshooting and nothing is helping. What can I do?
My iPod is an iPod touch 5th gen and I have the latest version of iTunes on my computer. Help me please!

Try:                                               
- iOS: Not responding or does not turn on           
- Also try DFU mode after try recovery mode
How to put iPod touch / iPhone into DFU mode « Karthik's scribblings
- If not successful and you can't fully turn the iOS device fully off, let the battery fully drain. After charging for an least an hour try the above again.
- Try another cable       
- Try on another computer                            
- If still not successful that usually indicates a hardware problem and an appointment at the Genius Bar of an Apple store is in order.
Apple Retail Store - Genius Bar                                     

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