CAnnot sync or restore my iPod

I lost my iPod last year and bought another one. I found the old one in my couch yesterday but I cannot sync or restore it.

Without more info like the current status of the iPod and what happens when you try to restore:
Try:
- iOS: Not responding or does not turn on
- Also try DFU mode after try recovery mode
How to put iPod touch / iPhone into DFU mode « Karthik's scribblings
- 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 another cable
- 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.
Apple Retail Store - Genius Bar

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I cannot sync or restore my ipod. Sometimes it works and at times it doesn't. All I get is error -42408? Please help.

I did try updating everything and it worked ONCE! Once I plugged in my ipod a second time error -42408 keeps popping up.

See the appropriate section of this Apple support document under specific error codes.
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS3297
B-rock

ITunes cannot sync apps to the iPod because the apps installed on the iPod could not be determined error message

I've been getting the "iTunes cannot sync apps to the iPod because the apps installed on the iPod could not be determined" error message for a while. I have tried restoring my iPod but as soon as I try to sync it again (even with nothing changing in iTunes or on the iPod) I get the same error message. Whenever I want to add music to my iPod I have to delete everything and then wait hours for it to restore which is ridiculous. Anyone have any other suggestions for fixing this problem?
I'm using a 3rd generation iPod touch with 4.2.1 software and iTunes 10.5.3.3

The fact that there is so many discussions with no clear answer is the problem.
I went back and looked through all the different suggestions and and tried them all to make sure I didn't miss anything. What finally worked for me was making sure all apps were updated on the iPod and making sure all apps were updates in iTunes (under the Library>Apps tab NOT under devices) and then syncing.

ITunes cannot sync apps to the iPod because the apps installed on the iPod could not be determined

I have a 3rd generation iPod touch. I just downloaded the IOS 5.0, I seem to have all the features (reader, notification center, newsstand, etc.), but I recently experienced a problem.
After getting the update and restoring my iPod, iTunes started reinstalling all my music, apps, and videos. It reinstalled all my apps last, and before that, I used iTunes to delete a lot of them and organize them into folders. I then re synced it. Midway through this, I had to leave, but I had heard that I could sync my iPod wirelessly if it was connected to wifi and an outlet, so I checked the little box and tried this. However, I then got the error message "iTunes cannot sync apps to the iPod '______' because the apps installed on the iPod could not be determined". All my songs, videos, and 5,800 photos are on there, but half my apps are fully synced and usable, while the other half shows up with a loading bar at the bottom saying "waiting".
Yes, I have the "Sync Apps" box ticked.
Yes, my computer is authorized.
Yes, I have verified that all the apps are in my iTunes.
Yes, I tried plugging my iPod back into iTunes and manually syncing it.
I would simply restore it and resync again, but the majority of my photos aren't on my computer, so if I did that, they would be gone. After I installed the IOS 5.0, and my iPod was restored, it automatically put all my photos back. If someone can tell me whether or not this is something that's automatic whenever you restore your iPod (whether it be manually from iTunes or from an update), that would also be greatly appreciated.
However, what I'm looking for is simply a way to get my other 80+ apps back in working order without having to restore my iPod or anything too complicated.

EDIT:
I tried restarting my iPod... now it just says that the iPod cannot be synced because the required disk cannot be found.
This update is seriously frustrating. I've heard from a lot of people that the wifi iTunes sync isn't working either.

I cannot sync music with my ipod touch 4th gen.when i click sync nothing happens and the audio capacity bar on itunes disappears.i am using windows 8 consumer preview

i cannot sync music with my ipod touch 4th gen.when i click on sync,nothing happens and the audio capacity bar on itunes disappears.i'm using microsoft windows 8 consumer preview

You can only sync with one computer. I would backup to one computer and then restore from backup.
iOS: Back up and restore your iOS device with iCloud or iTunes

Itunes cannot sync certain songs onto ipod?

itunes cannot sync certain songs onto ipod?
I downloaded about 10 songs then when i tried to sync a message came up saying 7 could not be synced onto ipod?
please help

Problem solved; The files were placed in the wrong folder, and itunes couldn't access them. But thanks anyway!

I cannot sync anything to my ipod touch

Today I purchased at 32gb ipod touch. However, when putting it into my computer it came up with:
"device is not connected" and "disk cannot be read"
I have changed both the cables i use and the USB ports but my problem does not seem to go away. i have installed the latest update and restored my ipod and the problem is still there. Is there any solution to this?

Messymeese, I love you!!!
I am +so glad+ you posted this!! I've had the same problem since I bought my 32g and tried 10 other "solutions" on these boards with no luck. I was worried that I'd screwed things up even worse & was ready to toss it in the driveway and run it over before stumbling across this thread. Well, I had no problems after I followed your directions and finally got everything synced.
SO... I set up an ID just so I could post to find a way to thank you personally. (And ask another question).
Will disabling the hyperthread setting affect anything else on my computer, and/or do I need to do this every time I restart? What exactly happened?
Thx! [You rule.]

Cannot update or restore my ipod

I recharged my ipod shuffle in someone else's computer and it seems because i didn't remove it using itunes it is now completely stuffed. My O/S will recognise the hardware but if i try to view the contents through windows i get either a "Insert device into drive k:" message or "incorrect I/O" message. When i run the restorer it simply freezes up the second i insert my ipod. I am extremely computer literate but I am at my wits end with this any help would be much appreciated
Ipod Shuffle Windows XP

I have the same problem and of course I tried the 5 R's. The driver is not missing - how can you remove a driver that is built into Windows? Let's pretend you actually can't for argument's sake You certainly wouldn't do it on purpose then ask why the hardware's not working, would you?
1. Reset your iPod, iPod nano, iPod mini, or iPod shuffle. <-- obviously.
2. Retry your iPod with a different USB or FireWire port on your computer (please note that the latest iPods can only be synced through USB).
<-- shouldn't matter on onboard USB ports when it worked before on the same ports.
3. Restart your computer, and make sure that you have the latest software updates installed.
<-- Like the drivers weren't already built-in to Windows and something's going to be updated in 2006 for Windows XP USB/Flash-drive support on PC hardware from 2002? Of course I'm updated.
4. Reinstall your iPod and iTunes software. You can download the latest versions of iPod Updater and iTunes from our website.
<-- I hadn't installed iTunes at all when the problem occurred. Why do you need iTunes itself to fix an iPOD? There's a separate Update application *that doesn't notice iTunes isn't installed when you launch it*?
If it mattered, I'd expect this application to tell me. Or it's worthless.
5. Restore your iPod using the latest iPod Updater. Please note that restoring an iPod will erase all songs and files on your iPod and restore it back to its original settings. After restoring, you can transfer your music and files from your computer back to your iPod again.
<-- doesn't work, "Cannot mount iPOD" But we knew that would happen if the drive cannot be opened in Explorer.
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I cannot sync my restored nano 6th gen

I restored a new ipod and now I cannot sync it to itunes. I still see all the playlist and stuff from my lost ipod, but I do not see my new ipod connecting or I just dont know how to move files to new ipod.

This document has general information on syncing iPod
http://support.apple.com/kb/ht1351
NOTE: The latest iTunes may hide the sidebar. To show the sidebar (which is where the iPod appears under DEVICES), from the menu bar, under View, select Show Sidebar.
If the problem is more specific, please post back with details.

I downloaded an audiobook to my computer but now cannot sync it with my IPod. How do I get it over to my Ipod?

How do I get the downloaded audiobook from my computer library over to my IPod? It's not their even after I sync the Ipod. Help!!

It's not their even after I sync the Ipod.
If you want to use automatic syncing (not the manual method), you need to set up syncing for audiobooks.
Select the iPod in iTunes (click the "device button" on the horizontal bar in iTunes 12). On the iPod's Summary settings screen, in the sidebar, under Settings, click Audiobook. To the right, check the box for Sync Audiobooks, and set up the iPod's Audiobooks settings screen to tell iTunes how to sync audiobooks to the iPod. Then click Apply.
NOTE: If you use the manual method to load songs on the iPod, you do not want to set up automatic syncing. You probably want to also load audiobooks manually. Please reply back if this is your situation.

I cannot sync or edit my iPod after the latest update!

After the latest iTunes update 11.2.2.5, I can no longer add new songs or playlists to my iPod! Is this a new revamp of how syncing works, or is my installation faulty?
I can no longer see the playlists on my iPod through iTunes. If I want to add a new song, one or many, or add a playlist, it asks me to remove all my songs on the iPod.
Even so, it refuses to let me add one song at a time, nor will it let me create playlists unique to my iPod. I have to create the playlist on my PC, and then sync it to my iPod. If I delete the playlist from my PC, it will also delete it from my iPod. I do have 'manually sync' turned on.

Hi Zmajev,
If you are having syncing issues after an update to iTunes 11.2.2.5, you may want to try updating to the most recent version (iTunes 11.3, which was just released yesterday) and see if the issues still persist. You may find the following article helpful:
iTunes: How to install the latest version
http://support.apple.com/kb/ht5654
Regards,
- Brenden

Cant sync or restore my ipod nano..

I Cant sync my ipod, gets an error message saying songs on the nims ipod cannot be synced because all of the playlists selected for syncing no longer exists.. when i try to retore i still get an error saying unknown erroe 1471 occured. Plz help..

Without more info like the current status of the iPod and what happens when you try to restore:
Try:
- iOS: Not responding or does not turn on
- Also try DFU mode after try recovery mode
How to put iPod touch / iPhone into DFU mode « Karthik's scribblings
- 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 another cable
- 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.
Apple Retail Store - Genius Bar

HT4759 I have purchased 3 songs but there isnt a "cloud" next to each so I cannot sync them to my ipod?! Plz advise thankyou

Purchased 3 songs but they are without clouds next to them and cannot therefore sync to ipod...plz advise thank you

If you looking at your ipod, giving us that info - those songs are already inside.
If you are on the computer, they, without icloud, can be actually synchronized. That is how they suppose to be.

When I sync or restore my ipod will all of my stuff be erased?

I need answers quick!

So I should back my iPod touch up before I restore it?
Will syncing do the same thing?
I'm asking because, earlier today I getting music, and later on I look at my iPod library and there was no content.
So I'm wondering if restoring or syncing it will help?

System Rebuild - Cannot sync purchased songs with IPOD

I recently had to rebuild my laptop, starting with the OS (Yes, it is a Windows machine . Before I did this, I copied all of my songs out of my music folder onto an external drive.
I thought that is what I would need to do. But I sense that there is more to it.
Upon rebuild, I copied all of those songs into the new my music folder. When I opened Itunes...they were all there. All 1233 of them. However, after syncing with my IPOD...it would only sync the songs that came from CD. All that were purchased are not on my IPOD. They remain in my itunes folder.
Does anyone know what I need to do? We are talking approximately 350 songs that I have purchased on Itunes...so it is substantive.
Any help would be appreciated. Thanks.

Did you reauthorise your PC after you restored Windows and reloaded iTunes? Do the songs themselves play in iTunes? For more on authorising have a look at this page:
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