Forgot my password on ipod - I'm plugged into the original computer. can I reset while plugged in?

4th Gen ipod touch - updated with ios6, plugged into the original computer. Forgot password. is there an easy way to get it unlocked without losing data and having to add back in??

Restore, if iTunes will let you. Everything except the password will be restored. Connect via cable to the computer that you use for sync. Be forewarned that it takes a long time. From iTunes, select the iPad/iPod and then select the Summary tab. Follow directions for Restore and be sure to say "yes" to the backup. You will be warned that all data (apps, music, movies, etc.) will be erased but, as the Restore finishes, you will be asked if you wish the contents of the backup to be copied to the iPad/iPod. Again, say "yes."
At the end of the basic Restore, you will be asked if you wish to sync the iPad/iPod. As before, say "yes." Note that that sync selection will disappear and the Restore will end if you do not respond within a reasonable time. If that happens, only the apps that are part of the IOS will appear on your device. Corrective action is simple - choose manual "Sync" from the bottom right of iTunes.
If you're unable to do the Restore, go into Recovery Mode per the instructions here.

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Hi Dalegu219,
Thanks for visiting Apple Support Communities.
If your iTunes library is on an external hard drive, but iTunes is not recognizing the library, first make sure the right library is selected.
You can use these steps to make sure iTunes is opening the library on your external drive:
If iTunes is running, quit iTunes.
If you're using Windows, hold down the Shift key and from the Start menu, choose All Programs > iTunes > iTunes.
If you're using a Mac, open iTunes and immediately hold down the Option key.
You should see one of these screens:
Pick Choose Library and locate the library on your external hard drive.
From:
iTunes: How to open an alternate iTunes Library file or create a new one - Apple Support
If the right library is selected, but you do not see your songs, try re-creating the library using the instructions found here:
iTunes: How to re-create your iTunes library and playlists - Apple Support
Best Regards,
Jeremy

I just bought new computer and redownloaded itunes. Will it erase everything on my iphone when plug into the new computer?

I just bought new computer and redownloaded itunes. Will it erase everything on my iphone when plug into the new computer?

Yes, it will.
Copy everything from your old computer, or your backup copy of your old computer, to your new one.

All I can see on my Ipod is the itunes app plugged into the usb. I have reset it and still not working

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Connect the iOS device to your computer and restore via iTunes. Place the iOS device in Recovery Mode if necessary to allow the restore.
If recovery mode does not work try DFU mode.
How to put iPod touch / iPhone into DFU mode « Karthik's scribblings
For how to restore:
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The update is iOS 8.1.3 not iOS 8.3.
Have you tried resetting your iPad?
Reset: Press the Home and On/Off buttons at the same time and hold them until the Apple logo appears (about 10-15 seconds).
No data will be lost.

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Correct. When you update via iTunes all synced media that is not in your iTunes library will be lost.
As IO said before:
You can redownload most iTunes pruchases by:
Downloading past purchases from the App Store, iBookstore, and iTunes Store
I do not think it included audio books.

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I forgot my password and ipod will not sync with new computer

You'll need to connect the iPod Touch to your iTunes library in recovery mode and restore it factory settings. There is no other way.
Here are instructions for getting your iPod touch into recovery mode.
http://support.apple.com/kb/ht1808
B-rock

HT1212 i forgot my password to ipod touch and is locked

i forgot my password to ipod touch and is locked

Disabled
Place the iOS device in Recovery Mode and then connect to your computer and restore via iTunes. The iPod will be erased.
iOS: Wrong passcode results in red disabled screen
If recovery mode does not work try DFU mode.
How to put iPod touch / iPhone into DFU mode « Karthik's scribblings
For how to restore:
iTunes: Restoring iOS software
To restore from backup see:
iOS: How to back up
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You can redownload most iTunes purchases by:
Downloading past purchases from the App Store, iBookstore, and iTunes Store

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Welcome to Apple Communities
Boot into recovery mode, connect it to iTunes and restore

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iOS: Forgot Passcode or Device Disabled
http://support.apple.com/kb/ht1212
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http://support.apple.com/kb/ht4113
Find My iPhone, iPad, iPod a Touch or Mac
https://www.apple.com/support/icloud/find-my-device/
Find My iPhone Activation Lock
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5818
Find My iPhone Activation Lock: Removing a Device from a Previous Owner's Account
http://support.apple.com/kb/ts4515
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http://www.idownloadblog.com/2014/10/01/activation-lock-status-check/
What to do before Selling or Giving Away your iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch
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What happens when you place the iPod in recovery mode and then connect to your computer and restore via iTunes? Error messages?
To place in recovery mode see:
iPhone and iPod touch: Unable to update or restore

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Start here:
iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch: Device not recognized in iTunes for Windows

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