HELP Ipod won't reset or restore or show when plugged into computer

I've done everything it's told me to. From the 5 r's on. My Ipod was playing then stuck, I turned it on and off again and now its frozen in the photo section. I won't do anything, nor will it show up on my PC (windows) when plugged into my computer. HELP....Thanks!
Mellisa

Check these out.
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The Five Rs.
If this is brand new, you might want to think about returning it for an exchange. You shouldn't need to fool around trying to solve this issue with a brand new unit.

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Welcome to Apple Discussions!
Try resetting your iPod...
http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=61705
Also, check this out...
http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=61711
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