"Delayed Write Failed" - iTunes won't read iPod Classic

Having problems getting my fathers xmas present working (80gb Classic).
I have re installed the latest version of itunes, my 30gb 5th gen iPod works fine, when connecting the Ipod classic i get a popup saying "Delayed Write Failed", saying 'failure of computer hardware or nework'. Also 'Unable to save data'.
How can i beat this sucker?

*Disable wite-behind caching*
Right-click on your iPod in *My Computer* and select Properties and then the tab that says Hardware. Highlight the selection that says *Apple iPod USB Device* and select Properties. Under the tab that says Policies make sure that *Optimize for quick removal* is checked.
If you've had one of these errors then it's posible you have one or more corrupt files on your iPod. To be on the safe side you should check the drive for errors thus:
*Checking hard-drive for errors*
Hold Menu+Select for about 6 seconds until it resets, then hold Menu+Play as soon as the Apple logo appears, again for about 6 seconds to put the machine in disk mode. Connect to your computer, closing iTunes if it opens. Browse *My Computer* and right-click on the drive for the iPod, click Properties, then click Tools. Under Error-checking, click *Check Now*. Under Check disk options, select *Scan for and attempt recovery of bad sectors* (Optional - takes ages but a good idea if you've reason to suspect physical damage). Click Start. Mac users should run *Disk Utility / Repair Disk* for the equivalent process. This should find and correct any errors in the logical & physical structures of your iPod's hard drive. Once these have been fixed you can reset the iPod (hold Menu+Select ) .
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