Downloading IPod software problem!!! Help!

When I try to download the IPod software update, i get an error report that says:
There was a problem downloading the iPod software for the iPod. An unknown error occurred (-3254)
What could this be?

The iPod software updater is now included in iTunes version 7 or later.
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No luck I'm afraid. I followed the instructions on the link you provided.
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