Connecting ipod to my computer

Up until tonight my ipod have been fine and it charges ok but..... When i connect to a usb to try and sync songs etc. its not recognized anywhere by anything have tried updating itunes using different usb ports and nothing. What is wrong?!?!?!

Hi Osiris576,
Have you tried all of the suggestions from these Knowledge Base articles?:
iPod missing in "My Computer" or in iTunes for Windows
iPod is recognized by Windows but not iTunes
iPod is not recognized properly by computer when USB drivers are not installed properly or are out of date
iTunes 7 doesn't recognize iPod
Fast user switching on a Windows computer is not supported for iPods
-Kylene

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When I plug in my mini to the computer, it only charges--it does not update my songs. It doesn't even show that it is connected under the side toolbar on iTunes.
What could the problem be?

When you plug your iPod into the computer in iTunes click "File" and then go down to "Update iPod". Maybe your iPod is set to manually update instead of automatically.

Connecting ipod to new computer

My old computer has broken and I have bought a new one. Is it possible to connect my ipod to my new compuer or will I lose everything on the ipod and have to start again?

If you are using the iPod in manual update mode, your iPod is safe from being accidentally erased when you connect to an empty iTunes on a new computer. However if your iPod is set to automatically update you will get a message that your iPod is linked to a different library and asking if you want to link to this one and replace all your songs etc, press *No*. Pressing "Yes" will irretrievably remove all songs from your iPod. Your iPod should appear in the iTunes source list from where you can change the update setting to manual.
You can use a keyboard command to prevent your iPod auto-syncing with iTunes. While connecting the iPod to the computer on Windows hold down the Shift + Ctrl keys (on a Mac hold down the Option and Command (⌥ and ⌘) keys). This will stop the iPod from auto-syncing with iTunes and the iPod will appear in the source list. Wait until you are sure the iPod has mounted, and that it will not auto sync and then you can let the keys go. This may take between 20 to 30 seconds depending on your computer. Then go to Preferences>iPod and check the "Manually manage songs and playlists" box: Managing Your Songs Manually
If you haven't transferred the songs from your old computer over to the new then there is a manual method of accessing the iPod's hard drive and copying songs back to iTunes on Windows posted in this thread: MacMuse - iPod to iTunes
If you prefer something more automated then there are a number of third party utilities that you can use to retrieve the files from your iPod, this is just a selection. Have a look at the web pages and documentation for these, they are generally quite straightforward.
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Nothing happens when connecting iPod to the computer

I have also upgraded to iTunes 5.0, and now nothing happens when I try to connect my iPod to the computer. iTunes works fine; I can play music in iTunes, and no error messages. But my iPod doesn't show.... Any suggestions how I can solve this? Please?

hi Jane!
okay, here's another couple of troubleshooting documents:
http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=61711
http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=93499
... but if you're still having trouble after this, it would be a good idea to post over in one of the "Connecting your ipod" forums, so we can get you some concentrated attention on your situation from the connection gurus.
it would help give context if you provided a reference link back to this thread. there's instructions on how to do that given here:
sysop, "Stylize Your Posts (The Editor)", 09:41am Aug 4, 2000 CDT
keep us posted on your progress.
love, b

Connecting ipod to new computer and using itunes library

Can anybody help. Iam ready to throw my ipod in the bin. I recently bought a new computer and downloaded itunes onto it. When I connect my ipod it keeps saying the ipod is linked to another itunes library and it displays a new itunes library on the computer now with none of my old songs, but they are still on my ipod itself. I do not have my old computer either.
The new itunes library that comes up will let me download music onto it but wont let me sync it to the ipod so i cant put anymore tunes on it. Any ideas?

Connect your iPod to your new computer. When you get the message that it is linked to a different library and asking if you want to link to this one and replace all your songs etc, press "Cancel". Pressing "Erase and Sync" will irretrievably remove all the songs from your iPod. When your iPod appears in the iTunes source list change the update setting to manual, that will let you use our iPod without the risk of accidentally erasing it. Check the "manually manage music and videos" box in Summary then press the Apply button. Also when using most of the utilities listed below your iPod needs to be enabled for disc use, changing to manual update will do this by default: Managing content manually on iPod
Once you are safely connected there are a few things you can do to restore your iTunes from the iPod. If you have any iTunes Music Store purchases the transfer of purchased content from the iPod to authorised computers was introduced with iTunes 7. You'll find details in this article: Copying iTunes Store purchases from your iPod or iPhone to a computer
The transfer of content from sources such as songs imported from CD is designed by default to be one way from iTunes to iPod. However there are a number of third party utilities that you can use to retrieve the music files and playlists from your iPod. You'll find that they have varying degrees of functionality and some will transfer movies, videos, photos, podcasts and games as well. Have a look at the web pages and documentation, this is just a small selection of what's available, they are generally quite straightforward. You can read reviews and comparisons of some of them here:
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There's also a manual method of copying songs from your iPod to a Mac or PC. The procedure is a bit involved and won't recover playlists but if you're interested it's available on page 2 at this link: Copying Content from your iPod to your Computer - The Definitive Guide
Whichever of these retrieval methods you choose, keep your iPod in manual mode until you have reloaded your iTunes and you are happy with your playlists etc then it will be safe to return it auto-sync. I would also advise that you get yourself an external hard drive and back your stuff up, relying on an iPod as your sole backup is not a good idea and external drives are comparatively inexpensive these days, you can get loads of storage for a reasonable outlay.

Connect ipod with new computer

I have an existing ipod classic with about 4,000 songs. I have downloaded iTunes to a new computer. Can I simply plug the ipod into the computer (Windows PC laptop) so that my Library and iPod will sync or is there another procedure?
Thanks!

- Transfer iTunes purchases to the new computer by:
iTunes Store: Transferring purchases from your iOS device or iPod to a computer
- Transfer other music by using a third-party program like on of those discussed here:
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- Connect the iPod to the computer and make a backup by right clicking on the iPod under Devices in iTunes and select Back Up
- Restore the iPod from that backup.
Note that the iPod backup that iTunes makes does not included synced media like apps and music.

Our old computer crashed which had all the kids ipod touch library on it. Now when I connect ipods to new computer it says I have to erase all the app, etc to sync with new computer. Is there anyway to sync to the new computer w/out losing all data?

Our old computer crashed which had all the kids ipod touch library on it. Now when I try to connect them to new computer it says I need to erase all data, apps, etc. to sync with new computer. It is saying that it can only be connected to one library at a time. Is their anyway around this without having ot erase all their stuff?

- Transfer iTunes purchases to the new computer by:
iTunes Store: Transferring purchases from your iOS device or iPod to a computer
- Transfer other music by using a third-party program like on of those discussed here:
newer copy
- Connect the iPod to the computer and make a backup by right clicking on the iPod under Devices in iTunes and select Back Up
- Restore the iPod from that backup.
Note that the iPod backup that iTunes makes does not included synced media like apps and music.

Connecting iPod v2.3 Computer Freeze

It's an old iPod (15GB right before click-wheel standard).
I recently connected it to my computer and not only iTunes froze up, but most of my other computer applications as well.
I received a component transfer error (Error 142) after a while. After many hard resets and computer resets and shut downs, I still had the same problem. iTunes will work fine alone, and so will the iPod (though it's unstable battery-wise).

If it does not have a click wheel, but it does have a Dock connector, it is a 3rd gen iPod. It is designed to be connected over FireWire, not USB. So if you are using USB, that may be the problem. It may be able to sync over USB when it is fully charged, but it can only charge when connected by FireWire. You also cannot use the Restore function in iTunes, unless there is a FireWire connection.
The only way to use it reliably with USB is to get this special two-ended Docking cable.
http://store.apple.com/us/product/M9688G/A?mco=MTIxODk3Mw
You connect the USB end to your computer and connect the FireWire end to the white square wall charging adapter (which also must be the FireWire type), so that it can sync and charge at the same time.

Connecting ipod touch to computer not working

when i connect my ipod touch to my computer it says that the required software is not installed and that i nned to remove itunes and reinstall it. well ive done it about 5 times and everytime the same thing happens. it worked fine before. then one day i plugged it in and this happened. help! please!

If you don't have access to a computer
If you are using Find My iPhone, you can use Remote Wipe to restore your device. If you have been using iCloud to back up, you may be able to restore the most recent backup to reset the passcode.
With computer:
Place the iOS device in Recovery Mode and then connect to your computer and restore via iTunes. The iPod will be erased.
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If recovery mode does not work try DFU mode.
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For how to restore:
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To restore from backup see:
iOS: How to back up
If you restore from iCloud backup the apps will be automatically downloaded. If you restore from iTunes backup the apps and music have to be in the iTunes library since synced media like apps and music are not included in the backup of the iOS device that iTunes makes.
You can redownload iTunes purchases by:
Downloading past purchases from the App Store, iBookstore, and iTunes Store

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How do you connect your ipod to a new computer?

Your iPod is designed to sync with only one iTunes library at a time. It will recognize the iTunes library on the PC as a new library. If you sync the iPod with this new library, all content will be erased from the iPod and replaced with what is in the new library. So what you will want to do is copy everything from the iPod to your new iTunes library on your PC first.
See this older post from another forum member Zevoneer covering the different methods and software available to assist you with the task of copying content from your iPod back to your PC and into iTunes.
https://discussions.apple.com/thread/2452022?start=0&tstart=0
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Connecting iPod to second computer (MacBook)

Hi,
I have an old model 20GB iPod, which I've been syncing successfully for some time with my Windows XP desktop computer. I recently purchased a MacBook, on which I'm running both OS X and XP via Bootcamp. I'm trying to sync my iPod with either or both of those systems, but when I connect the iPod to the MacBook, it just "clicks" a lot, and nothing happens. I've installed all the latest Apple updates on both OS X and XP. Any tips?
Thanks in advance.
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Yes, the software on the disc can be used more than once but it is the same software you download from www.itunes.com.
The website has a newer version though.
Uninstall it from your work computer and reinstall it.

Connecting iPod directly to computer screen for video

Hi everyone
I would like to connect my iPod directly to my computer screen at work for watching videos after hours. Is there anyway (cable/adapter) to connect the iPod directly to the screen (DVI or VGA)?
I can't connect the iPod directly to the computer nor do I have a TV...
Many thanks

Depends on your screen. Some have ability to take RCA inputs. If yours does then get an iPod dock that supports RCA transfer.

Connecting iPod to another computer

When I connect my iPod to a different computer, it gives the message that it will erase the iPod unless I click cancel. When I do that, the iPod does not show up in iTunes. I want to be able to play my music on that computer, so i've tried using shiftaltctrl and shift+ctrl when connecting it, but in both cases the iPod shows up initially, but disappears when I click its icon.
So how do I connect it so I can play the music on another computer?
Thanks

Go to the top of this page and click "support" Type ipod multiple computers in the search bar.
You will get articles describing the process.

Error with connecting ipod touch to computer

applemobiledevice stops working and freezes itunes.
I've done everything possible to try and fix this, reinstall, turn off firewall, repair the feature, and start/restart the feature.
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You have to sync the videos via iTunes. See:
iTunes: Frequently asked questions about viewing and syncing videos
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