Computer doesn't recgonize ipod mini

In mid October after the release of the 10-11-2005 updater my computer stopped recognizing my ipod mini. The ipod no longer shows up in Explorer and does not receive a charge. Was excited to see the 1-10-06 updates but have not had any luck with this version either. I've had the ipod since 12/04 and had no issues prior to the last round of updates.
I have tried the following fixes. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!
Tested USB ports, they work with other devices
Tested hooked ipod up to another XP machine was not found as new hardware, tested another device on the same machine it was recognized as new hardware
Replaced the USB cable
Deinstalled/reinstalled Itunes and Ipod
Tried all teh steps to reset ipod, can't get it to go to disk mode, can't restore because the computer doesn't think its connected.
Reinstalled XP SP2
Deinstalled any new or funky software, disabled any virus or security software.

"i've tried hooking my ipod up to every usb port i
have, including a usb hub, but each time i get a
message saying that the usb device is not recognized
and there are no drivers installed for the device. i
have tried restarting my computer and reseting the
ipod. the battery is charged. I even downloaded and
installed the newest ipod updater but then realized
it couldnt do anything because the computer doesn't
recognize the mini.
urgh.
i've been working on this for like a month.
please help.
much love.
dell  
Windows XP  
dell   Windows XP   "
I am having the same problem! I don't know what to do. Can anyone help please?
Toshiba   Windows XP  

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