Help Ipod Not being read by itunes but computer reads it

Hey I need help I have used my ipod for months about 4 recently i rebooted my pc and now every time i connect my ipod it shows its connected by the computer and It shows me a message sayin that i have to update my ipod which makes no sence because both itunes,update and ipod are up 2 dat Please Help

Start with this article and see if that gets you anywhere...
iPod is not recognized properly by computer when USB drivers are not installed properly or are out of date
http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=305136
Patrick

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