2nd hand ipod touch and it wont turn on past the apple/skull

So I just bought a used ipod touch, either 2nd or 3rd gen. not sure. but it wont turn on all the way. And when i plug it in the computer doesnt think its pluged in. Help??

Go elsewhere. The skul indiocates a jailbroken iPod.
Jailbreaking voids the Apple warranty and also means that you will not get any support from Apple, including from this Apple forum. Jailbreaking can't be discussed in this Apple forum.
Unauthorized modification of iOS has been a major source of instability, disruption of services, and other issues
However,
Try DFU mode and then restore
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Try the remaining items of:
- iOS: Not responding or does not turn on
- Also try DFU mode after try recovery mode
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- 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 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.
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I tried synching my 2nd generation ipod touch and it told me to update the software. Then it said "error 37" and could not complete updating but it has left me with an ipod that is not recognised by my pc and wont turn on or anything- just black

I tried synching my 2nd generation ipod touch and it told me to update the software. Then it said "error 37" and could not complete updating but it has left me with an ipod that is not recognised by my pc and wont turn on or anything- just black

Error 20, 21, 34, 37: These errors typically occur when security software interferes with the restore and update process. If you are using a PC, follow this article to resolve this issue.
Above from:
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS3694
You also may have to place the iPod in recovery mode. For how see:
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Put it in DFU mode (Google it), and Restore it as new in iTunes.

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Try:
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- Also try DFU mode after try recovery mode
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- 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 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.
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Locked Out, Forgot Lock or Restrictions Passcode, or Need to Restore Your Device: Several Alternative Solutions
1. iOS- Forgotten passcode or device disabled after entering wrong passcode
2. iPhone, iPad, iPod touch: Wrong passcode results in red disabled screen
3. Restoring iPod touch after forgotten passcode
4. What to Do If You've Forgotten Your iPhone's Passcode
5. iOS- Understanding passcodes
6. iTunes 10 for Mac- Update and restore software on iPod, iPhone, or iPad
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my iphone 3gs died and now it wont make it past the apple logo screen so i put it in recovery mode and hooked it up to my itunes on my home computer now it will say do you want to restore this iphone i click ok but then after it exctracts the software then starts to restore the screen goes black and it shuts off then 10 seconds later it turns back on it wont make it past extracting software please help me im getting really mad plaease help. it wont restore my phone and the error message 1611 come up i dont get it.. also the lock button on my iphone is broken and only works when i squeeze the topo of the iphone together so i cant put it in DFU mode

Here is what you should do turn the device on hold the home button and the power button until the device turn off keep holding and when the device reboots release the power button but hol the home button until it shows the iTunes logo then restore it

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i got apple iphong 2g 8gb and it just went off after tryin to recharge it using AC outlet.The phone wont get past the apple logo after doing all the stuff i found out in my thorough search in the internet.
I tried all stuffs like hard reserts by holding the sleep+home button but it wont help either coz its restarts and shows the apple logo for a few seconds theng BANG! its off...
I also tried a custom restore by downloading a 3.1.3 ios ipsw file from some website coz i didnt even know what firmware my phone was running on then putting the phone into recovery mode but after itunes extracting the software it tries to install it into the iphone and the iphone would just restartve, apple logo for a few seconds then off...itunes then gives me error 1603.Tried restoring a million times with the same results even when on DFU mode.....
Guys i need a serius help from every corner coz ma i really love my phone....and i wont care if the solution involves deleting everything in it....i just dont understand why it doesnt even restore.....
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When I start it up i see the apple logo for about 15sec then it turns off. I've tried putting it into safe mode by holding the Power and Home button for 30sec but all it does is turn on and off twice then nothing happens.
Any ideas on how to fix this?

Hi,
Would you please share you solution as I'm facing the same with my 1st Gen iPod Touch.
PS: iTunes does not detect the iPod either.
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My iphone went black and will not turn on past the apple logo

iphone went black and wont turn on past apple logo

Did you try to reset the phone by holding the sleep and home button for about 10sec, until the Apple logo comes back again?
If this does not work, connect in recovery mode and restore, explained here:
If you can't update or restore your iOS device

Ipod touch keeps on restarting, never get past the Apple logo

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I have a first generation ipod touch.
Since last week, as soon as I unplug the ipod from my macbook, it keeps on restarting and never get past the apple logo, until the battery empties out. But, when it is connected to my computer, it works just fine. I tried to restore it two times, but the same thing happens. I think it is too late to return it to the store: any idea what I should do with it ? Thanks for your help !

Hello, Welcome to Apple Discussions.
Is there any reason it is to late to go to the store and return it? Posted below are your service options for your iPod Touch if you are still within your warranty.
http://www.apple.com/ca/support/ipod/service/faq/

My iPhone wont turn on past the apple screen

I was erasing it and it shut off but the battery was full. I've restarted it and it doesn't show up on itunes. The apple showes up then it turnes off.

Probably won't work but... try resetting your iPhone by pressing the home and sleep buttons until you see the Apple logo, ignoring the slider. Takes about 5-15 secs of button holding and you won't lose any data or settings. You may need to hold the buttons as long as a minute.
If that doesn't work, try Recovery or DFU mode... http://www.timog.com/forum/showthread.php?t=130265

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i fell asleep with my ipod touch fifth generation on and when i woke up the battery had died but i tried turning it on and connecting it to the computer but nothings working

Hi stephkayy223,
Thanks for visiting Apple Support Communities.
If your iPod touch battery has been completely consumed, you may need to connect it to power for several minutes before you will see the charging screen:
If you see this screen, it means your battery is really low. Plug in your device and let it charge for at least 10 minutes before using it. After that, you can use your device while it continues to charge.
If your device has turned off, you might see a black screen for a few minutes even after you plug it in. Let it charge until it turns on, or until it's fully charged.
From:
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If your iPod touch still does not seem to be charging, the steps in this article can help troubleshoot the device:
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I have a 2nd generation ipod touch and it wont let me download apps onto it is thir anything i can do

When i am trying to download it says that i dont have the upto date software but when i click on the update button is says i am upto date ?
Does anyone know if this can be fixed or if it is due to the model being old

If you are running iOS 3.1.3, it is very likely you have a 1st generation iPod touch. That is the highest iOS version it can handle.
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iOSSearch - search the iTunes store for compatible apps.
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Vintapps 3.1.3 - paid app.
Apple Club - filter apps by iOS version.

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My iPod will say backin up in a little box and then it just stops backing up and freezes? why?

See if moving the exsting backup to a safe location will allow a successfull backup since iTunes will create an entire new update file rather than modifying the existing one. The file is located here:
iTunes places the backup files in the following places:
Mac: ~/Library/Application Support/MobileSync/Backup/
Windows XP: \Documents and Settings\(username)\Application Data\Apple Computer\MobileSync\Backup\
Windows Vista and Windows 7: \Users\(username)\AppData\Roaming\Apple Computer\MobileSync\Backup\
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