Computer not registering ipod is connected.

Hey,
I have a new dell inspiron laptop and recently installed the newest version that was available (about a month ago)and put my songs on it. When I connect my ipod to my comp it does not charge it or register it is connected. It is a old black and white scroll wheel. Is there some ipod software im missing?

Did you remove Apple Mobile Device Support as described here?
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1925
And some more troubleshooting in XP:
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1275
And about the blue screen:
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1502
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