Each time i try to connect my ipod it keeps coming up with a duplicate file name was specified,

can some one help me,  each time i plug my ipod into the computor it keeps saying ,, a duplicate file name was specified, how can i change this file name ,,it seems to be the name of the ipod ,,?

Hi stelincs,
You should be able to change the name of your iPod classic in the iTunes application.   Here's how:
Change the name of your iPhone, iPad, or iPod - Apple Support
https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201997
Use your computer
Connect your device and open iTunes.
Click the Device button in the upper right corner. (If viewing the iTunes Store, click the Library button in the upper-right corner first.) If you don't see your device, choose Hide Sidebar from the View menu.
Next to the picture of your device, double-click the name of your device.
Type the new name for your device and press Return on the keyboard.
Sync the device (press Sync in the bottom right corner of the screen).
Last Modified: Feb 4, 2015
Cheers,
- Judy

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