FIREWIRE connections message

Hi!
I'm not sure which iPod generation I have...I just bought it a few months ago.
I've never had any problem synching my iPod, but when I just plugged it in I got this message:
"FireWire connections are not supported. To transfer songs, connect the USB cable provided."
I'm using the same cable I've always used. The only different thing I can think of is that I installed Leopard. But I'm pretty sure I've synched my iPod since then and haven't had a problem.
Suggestions?! Thanks so much...
Roma

Okay, I'm an idiot, so I'll respond to my own posted message.
I WAS using the wrong USP cable. Good grief!

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