Force to Disk Mode didnt work. What now?

Tried multiple times to force to disc mode. Keep getting sad face/exclamaiton errror. What now? How much does it cost to have apple fix it at a shop?

Hello cnjmills,
It sounds like your iPod has the sad face with an exclamation point on it, and you cannot put it into Disk mode. The following article outlines what to do next:
iPod displays a sad iPod icon
http://support.apple.com/kb/ts1373
If you cannot force your iPod into disk mode and restore it, then your iPod is in need of service. Set up an iPod Service Request or make a reservation at the Genius Bar before visiting your local Apple Retail Store. To make a reservation:
Go to http://www.apple.com/retail/storelist/.
Choose an Apple Store location.
Click the Reserve link under Genius Bar.
Choose iPod.
Select your desired reservation date and time.
Thank you for using Apple Support Communities.
All the best,
Sterling

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