80 GB Classic freezing iTunes 9.2

I finally got around to upgrading to iTunes 9.2 and when I plug my 80 GB iPod Classic into my computer (Windows Vista), iTunes freezes. My iPod says it is connected, but it doesn't show up in iTunes and when I plug it in to iTunes I can't listen to any music or do anything in iTunes.
Is there a way to rectify this problem?
Thanks for reading.

Uninstall 9.2
alot of people are having problems with 9.2
in your folder of music delete all text files (yes you will loose your playlists and library list) NOT YOUR MUSIC
empty recycle bin
restart your computer
Find Itunes 9.1.0.79 on the internet and download that
Reload you music

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Perhaps?
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