Cannot sync old iPod w click wheel 10GB (2nd Gen, 2G) with macbook pro

Hey guys,
I have this old model ipod with clickwheel and firewire connection. To connect with my macbook pro I have a apple firewire cable 6pin to 6pin and a 6pin to 9pin adapter to fit in the firewire 800 plug.
So my ipod is charging but doesn't appear in itunes or in my finder, desktop etc.
The display of the ipod shows "ready for disconnect" message.
What is wrong? What can I try?
Message was edited by: macmared

You need to sign in to itunes, click the Store tab at the top and click "authorize this computer". now try transfering purchases.
Moreover,i like to share you a aricle about [How to transfer or sync iPod files to Mac|http://www.softwarebbs.com/wiki/Howto_transfer_or_backup_iPod_contents_toMac], which included the detailed tutorials of how to transfer your iPod contents to Mac.
Hope it can do you a favor.

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