Problem recognizing new Ipod nano

When I connect my new ipod nano to my mac and open itunes, the nano device is not recognized. How do it get it to connect?

To clarify Nathan's post:
The way the iPod works under Windows requires a certain file (iPodService.exe) to be running.
However, this service can only run on one account at a time. So Windows opens it in the first account opened. If you switch users, the service is still running (only) in the first account running.
A simple restart, followed by logging in to your account, will fix this, because your account will be given access to the service.
In the future, your options are to use the Log Out feature instead of Fast User Switching, or to disable the service from running under any accounts other than your own. The former is simple, the latter, not so much, but I'll include instructions so that you can do it if you're comfortable with the somewhat advanced options you'll need to access.
About Fast User Switching in iTunes for Windows
How to force iPodService to start in only one account
Use to avoid the logoff problem
Open the account you want it permanently off of, go to the desktop, right click on My Computer, and hit Manage.
Hit Services & Applications>Services>iPodsrv (or iPodservice, it's an older version).
Double click, set the 'startup type' to Disabled, and it won't open in that account.
Rinse, repeat for any other accounts as needed.
iPod nano, iMac Core Duo Mac OS X (10.4.7)

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Hello JoJo717,
Congratulations on your new iPod nano! It sounds like you have one computer but multiple iPods. There are a three options when syncing multiple devices to one computer, and the article below outlines these methods. I recommend reviewing the article to find a method that would work for you:
How to use multiple iPhone, iPad, or iPod devices with one computer
http://support.apple.com/kb/ht1495
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Have you worked through each and every single suggestion in this Apple support document?
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I recently swapped my iPOD nano to the new model. I used the old one as "CD-changer" in my BMW 3-series with the original Apple BMW iPod Adapter.
Worked really great.
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- the iPOD is not charged any more through the interface
- once connected through the interface, the display is turned on (full white) and remains on! You could use it as a flashlight. The batteries are empty through this after max. 3 hours.
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I had an iPod Mini for a year, and never had any problems with it. Last month, I bought a Nano (4 GB), and I've already had several problems. Has anyone else experienced these issues?
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I can't seem to find any good references in the Troubleshooting tips Apple has posted.
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Numbers 1 and 2 may be related. The iPod nano will not skip just because you are jogging (it does not have a harddrive).
Is the software on your computer and iPod up to date?
iTunes
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Also, try doing this, then restore your iPod, and then update it with iTunes again...
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Try the steps listed here too...
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This came from another thread, but worked for me. Problem is with newest iTunes 4.62 and Windows 8.1. Unistall iTunes, as well as its helper programs (Apple Application Support, Apple Mobile Divice Support, and Apple Software Update). Reboot, and reinstall iTunes. It will reinstall all the other ones and you should be able to connect your nano. Good luck.

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I supposed you have downloaded and installed iTunes 7 on your PC.
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I would think, Twins1995, that if we are having the problem, others are as well. Hopefully, Apple will shortly issue a follow-up software release to fix the problem. Or is that just wishful thinking on my part.
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Hi
You're right, you're not the only person having this problem. If you don't mind though, could you just stick to bumping the other thread? I'll get you the link, one second.
http://discussions.apple.com/thread.jspa?threadID=1307897&tstart=15
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Hi MartyP680,
Thank you for visiting Apple Support Communities.
It appears that you're receiving a message that your iPod nano can't be identified properly, and you've already tried removing and reinstalling iTunes. You've also isolated this behavior to only one of your PCs.
If the issue persists, there are some additional tips in this article that may help, including verifying that the Apple Mobile Device Support service installed properly and is running:
iPod nano: Error message saying that iPod could not be identified properly - Apple Support
The "Learn More" section also mentions some other potentially conflicting software to look for on your PC.
Best Regards,
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Hi MartyP680,
Thank you for visiting Apple Support Communities.
It appears that you're receiving a message that your iPod nano can't be identified properly, and you've already tried removing and reinstalling iTunes. You've also isolated this behavior to only one of your PCs.
If the issue persists, there are some additional tips in this article that may help, including verifying that the Apple Mobile Device Support service installed properly and is running:
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The "Learn More" section also mentions some other potentially conflicting software to look for on your PC.
Best Regards,
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Why has the new ipod nano no connector for a speaker dock? The white blank at the bottom looks as if one was intended, but then there were design problems?

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IKR! But u an order a connector that can plug nto any old speakers and then connect to your charger port and it will play music!

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