Can i use my ipod classic on a mac where previously used with windows?

been using windows (sorry) for long time and just bought imac recently. But having trouble getting the ipod classic to update the itunes library even though it looks like it is sync-ing on the computer screen. then when I look at the ipod it is empty. I have tried restoring factory settings, but wondering if you used the ipod initially with the windows then is it a windows ipod forever??
help much appreciated.

Hey there,
If you want to use your iPod with a Mac, you can just Restore it to factory settings again on your Mac to make it a mac formatted iPod. Just keep in mind that if anything is on the iPod it will be erased so make sure you have it backed up somewhere.
Another option is to use your iPod on your mac, but keep it in its Windows format if you wanted. However, the only way you can update the software and firmware is through your windows machine. Hope this helps.
B-rock

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