Computer doesn't find my Ipod

I purchased an Asus computer which started off with Windows 8 and I upgraded to Windows 8.1. I have an Apple Ipod shuffle 3rd generation and when I plug it into the USB port, my computer does not find it, even when I search for new devices....HELP PLEASE....I want my music from my ipod on my computer.

Does the iPod's light still come ON when you connect it? If it does, what does it do immediately after connecting to USB?
Are you using the same USB docking cable, connected to a direct USB port on the computer? As a test, you should shut down (power off) your computer and disconnect all USB devices, including hub. You can leave standard keyboard and mouse connected (if used). If the computer is a laptop, connect its power adapter (so that it's not running on battery power). Do this to reset the shuffle
http://support.apple.com/kb/ht1655
Start up the computer, run iTunes, and connect the shuffle to a direct USB port on the computer.

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