Computer doesn't detect iPhone

I have a 1st gen iPhone and when I plug it into my computer, it doesn't detect it. I know the USB works because the phone is charging. What can I do to get my computer to recognize the device?
I am using a desktop Mac with OS 10.5.7 and iTunes is v 8.2.1.
If you need other info, let me know.

Try re-installing itunes on top of the current itunes (do not un-install itunes).

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3. Do you have any other devices connected to the computer, like a printer, scanner, webcam, external hard drive, etc?
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