3rd generation not syncing

I just got a 3rd generation iPod, and it's not syncing with my computer. The usb I'm using is from my old 4th generation iPod. The iPod is fully charged, and makes a whirring sound when I plug it in, but it's not showing up on the computer as plugged in.
dell inspiron 6400   Windows XP  

That's the problem. 3rd generation iPods used a different type of connection developed by Apple called Firewire. Data transfer speeds between USB2 and Firewire were similiar but Firewire is a more reliable connection than USB2 and it was easier to diagnose than USB2. Come 5th generation iPods, Apple dropped Firewire in favor of USB2. 4th generation iPods can use Firewire, too. To answer your question, you need to get a PCI firewire card for your computer in order to use the 3rd gen iPod. The Adaptec 4300 is the recommended card for the iPod.

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