How do I use a second hand iPod?

I have been given an 80gb iPod Classic by a friend who got a new one and has now gone travelling. How do I get it to work for me as I don't have access to her computer? Of course when I plug it it it doesn't show on the desktop or in iTunes, I'm not worried about losing the music that is already on the iPod.
Any ideas?

Go in to your local AT&T store. Tell them you want to switch over to the iPhone. They will need to give you a new MicroSIM for the iPhone and get the information registered to enable things like visual voice mail. You will also need to subscribe to a data plan if you do not subscribe to one already.

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I've answered my own question! I now understand that you can't use apps as they are always going to be linked to the original owner. I've since deleted the app and downloaded it again, and all is now well!

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Hi I bought a second hand ipod touch 4th generation it has a passcode on it I have tried to hold the on/off button and the home button for 20 sec but never goes to the plug and cord thing symbal I want to factory reset it my other I pod just got stolen a whole lot nicer one but dang this one was affordable please help thanks

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
If you restore from iCloud backup the apps will be automatically downloaded. If you restore from iTunes backup the apps and music have to be in the iTunes library since synced media like apps and music are not included in the backup of the iOS device that iTunes makes.
You can redownload iTunes purchases by:
Downloading past purchases from the App Store, iBookstore, and iTunes Store

I have a second hand ipod 2nd genration, its is currently in IOS 4.2.1 i need to update it to IOS 5 or higher but im unsure on how to do this.

i have a second hand ipod 2nd genration, its is currently in IOS 4.2.1 i need to update it to IOS 5 or higher but im unsure on how to do this.

You can't. The 2G tops out at 4.2.1
To more easily find compatible apps:
iOSSearch - search the iTunes store for compatible apps.
Apple Club - filter apps by iOS version.
Starting when iOS 7 was released, Apple now allows downloading the last compatible version of some apps (iOS 4.2.1 and later only)
App Store: Downloading Older Versions of Apps on iOS - Apple Club
App Store: Install the latest compatible version of an app
You first have to download the non-compatible version on your computer. Then when you try to purchase the version on your iPod you will be offered a compatible version if one exists.

Own a second hand ipod classic,how can i tell what generation it is if back is scratched and hard drive busted?

own a second hand ipod classic,how can i tell what generation it is if back is scratched and hard drive busted?

See here: Identifying iPod models
Or type in the iPod's serial # here: https://selfsolve.apple.com/agreementWarrantyDynamic.do
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Brought a second hand ipod touch 4th gen, tried to restore it and the battery died now it will not charge or switch on

Hello everyone I brought a second hand ipod touch 4th gen and it all worked fab except it wouldn't let me put any new apps on it so my friend suggested I restore it which I did but while it was restoring the battery died. Now it doesn't seem to be charging and I have left it for ages through the laptop and tried it through a geniune apple plug in charger but its not working. When you plug in the cable to the laptop or plug the little grey apple comes up on the screen but only stays on for about 5 maybe 6 seconds. Does anyone have any suggestions? I have tried all the trouble shooting suggestions on apple but none of its worked, Shall we just bin it and learn from our mistakes.
Thank you to anyone who can help

Try:
- iOS: Not responding or does not turn on
- Also try DFU mode after try recovery mode
How to put iPod touch / iPhone into DFU mode « Karthik's scribblings
- If not successful and you can't fully turn the iOS device fully off, let the battery fully drain. After charging for an least an hour try the above again.
- Try on another computer
- If still not successful that usually indicates a hardware problem and an appointment at the Genius Bar of an Apple store is in order.
Apple Retail Store - Genius Bar
also
Not Charge
- See:
iPod touch: Hardware troubleshooting
- Try another cable. Some 5G iPods were shipped with Lightning cable that were either initially defective or failed after short use.
- Try another charging source
- Inspect the dock connector on the iPod for bent or missing contacts, foreign material, corroded contacts, broken, missing or cracked plastic.
- Make an appointment at the Genius Bar of an Apple store.
Apple Retail Store - Genius Bar

Registering a second hand ipod 4

i bought a used ipod touch 4th gen on ebay a few months ago. when i connected the cable to my computer it recognised the device as a camera. i looked online for an answer and realised that there is a version of windows which recognises the new ipod as a camera. i also found that i needed to get the latest version of windows and make sure the ipod was registered. i've downloaded the latest version of windows, but i have no idea how to register a second hand ipod.

What do you mean "register"?
Open itunes store, connect ipod, choose what you want to sync, sync.
iPod touch User Guide (For iOS 4.3 Software)

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I have a second hand ipod mini and my computer (or itunes)will not recognise it at all. My daughters have an ipod mini and a shuffle and can use them fine.
I have reset the mini, I have updated the latest itunes and even downloaded the lastest ipod mini software - but how can this get to my mini when the computer doesn't recognise it????????

Try these steps. You'll find a link to the Windows XP storage driver here also.
First, make hidden folders visible. Open My Computer and choose Tools/Folder Options/View tab. Click on 'Show hidden files and folders' and click OK.
In the Add New Hardware Wizard, have it search in C:\windows\inf for usbstor.inf. This file is required for windows to properly configure the driver. If Windows finds the driver there, you're done.
If Windows does not find the proper driver there, copy usbstor.sys from C:\windows\servicepack\i386 to C:\windows\system32\drivers.
If you can't find the usbstor.inf file on your system, you can get it here: usbstor.inf
After copying the usbstor.inf driver file to C:\Windows\inf, right-click on My Computer and choose ‘Manage.'
Click on the button labeled 'Device Manager.'
Click to open the list under 'Universal Serial Bus Controllers.'
Right click on any mass storage devices with the exclamation icon next to them and select 'Update Driver.'
Check the option 'Install from a list or a specific location' and then click to continue.
Check next to 'Include this location in the search' and enter 'C:\windows\inf'.
Click on 'Next' and follow the steps to complete the driver installation wizard.

Please help. ive bought a second hand ipod nano, when i connect it to my pc it recognises it as a sigma mass usb device, yet its a 8gb ipod nano,and i tunes does not recognise it, im running on windows vista basic yet my own 80g classic ipod runs perfect

please help. ive bought a second hand ipod nano, when i connect it to my pc, it does not recognise it in itunes,yet it comes up as a sigma mass usb device. its an ipod nano 8gb?. im running on windows vista,my own ipod classic runs fine.

there is a good chance that this can be related to bad contact in USB lead.. e.g not enough power from IPOD to PC so that pc cannot recognise it. Where I work I get alot of USB devices on pc's that are not recognised and most of the time it is the connection to the device that is not good enough because the flat end of the USB adapter has been gradually bent over time just slightly and now contact is not good. It can also be todo with drivers or If you are using it through a USB hub.
so if it is not working through USB hub try direct. also try in back of PC as these Ports or direct access to main board to pc and would be less trouble some if there was a voltage loss from mainboard in pc to front of unit.

Second Hand iPod Touch

I have a second-hand iPod Touch running software version 2.0.2 (5C1). I had thought that everything was deleted back to factory specs. However, when it connects wirelessly to the iTunes Store, it asks for a password. I haven't connected it to my Mac yet in case it damages it as a result of this. I know I'm being paranoid but if I reset the iPod using the reset button, will that remove everything like old usernames and passwords?
Thanks

i got the ipod touch in the mail from the seller
and plug'd it in and it had run out of batt
and only showed the charging and apple logo
so i
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1808
and it was as good as gold and clean as could be

I bought a second hand ipod 4 and it's not letting me sign into icloud. A message saying the five free accounts have already been registered to this ipod.? what can I do?

I bought a second hand ipod 4 and it's not letting me sign into icloud. A message saying the five free accounts have already been registered to this ipod.? what can I do?

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UPDATE: it is possible to remove an iCloud affiliation from a device when the maximum number of free accounts has been used. I used the "reset and erase" option from Settings | General | Reset | Erase All Content and Settings. When this was finished, the iPod was like new - not just "restored" as we can do within iTunes and I had done with this device - it was legitimately restored. I signed in with my son's newly created Apple ID and it was accepted and now the device works like a charm. It also still uses my Apple ID and password for the iTunes and App stores, however I have restrictions in place to prohibit him from downloading or buying any content. I hope this helps anyone else that has reported this question.

Trouble charging a second hand ipod

I recently bought a second hand ipod classic. I've tried to restore the settings and now the ipod is asking to be connected to a power adaptor. It came with ear phones and USB connector cable but no power adaptor. Is there anything i can do? Or do i need to buy a new power adaptor? thanks

Are you sure you have an iPod classic?
When updating or restoring some older iPods via a usb connection, it needs to be plugged into power via the charger to complete the process, and this is why you see this icon displayed.
It's also why older iPods that required this step were supplied with a power adaptor as standard. *However, this does not apply to the iPod classic.*
You may be able to complete the process via a car charger, or via a powered firewire port on the computer (with the required 6 pin cable of course) if you have access to either of those. Or maybe visit an Apple store if one is nearby.
Or you can try this.
No power adaptor? Try this.
Other than that, your iPod cannot be used until you complete this process.
To check what model iPod you have, see this link.
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1353

I bought a second hand ipod 5 and the original owner forgot the email and password and i can't restore the ipod and it says i need the original apple ID but i dont know it could anyone help me??

i bought a second hand ipod 5 and the original owner forgot the email and password and i can't restore the ipod and it says i need the original apple ID but i dont know it could anyone help me??

If you can access the device: Tap Settings -> General -> Reset -> Erase All Content and Settings.
If you can't do that then you need to Restore it as New:
Locked Out, Forgot Lock or Restrictions Passcode, or Need to Restore Your Device: Several Alternative Solutions
1. iOS- Forgotten passcode or device disabled after entering wrong passcode
2. iPhone, iPad, iPod touch: Wrong passcode results in red disabled screen
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4. What to Do If You've Forgotten Your iPhone's Passcode
5. iOS- Understanding passcodes
6. iTunes 10 for Mac- Update and restore software on iPod, iPhone, or iPad
Forgotten Restrictions Passcode Help
You will need to restore your device as New to remove a Restrictions passcode. Go through the normal process to restore your device, but when you see the options to restore as New or from a backup, be sure to choose New.
Also, see iTunes- Restoring iOS software.
You can also try using DFU mode:
Placing your device into recovery (DFU) mode:
Follow these steps to place your iOS device into recovery mode. If your iOS device is already in recovery mode, you can proceed immediately to step 6.
   1. Disconnect the USB cable from the iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch, but leave the
       other end of the cable connected to your computer's USB port.
   2. Turn off the device: Press and hold the Sleep/Wake button for a few seconds
       until the red slider appears, then slide the slider. Wait for the device to turn off.
              * If you cannot turn off the device using the slider, press and hold the
                Sleep/Wake and Home buttons at the same time. When the device turns off,
                release the Sleep/Wake and Home buttons.
3. While pressing and holding the Home button, reconnect the USB cable to the
       device. The device should turn on. Note: If you see the battery charge warning,
       let the device charge for at least ten minutes to ensure that the battery has some
       charge, and then start with step 2 again.
4. Continue holding the Home button until you see the "Connect to iTunes" screen.
       When this screen appears you can release the Home button:
5. If necessary, open iTunes. You should see the following "recovery mode" alert:
6. Use iTunes to restore the device.
If you don't see the "Connect to iTunes" screen, try these steps again. If you see the "Connect to iTunes" screen but the device does not appear in iTunes, see this article and its related links.
Additional Information:
If you have a problem getting into recovery mode then try: RecBoot: Easy Way to Put iPhone into Recovery Mode.
Note: When using recovery mode, you can only restore the device. All user content on the device will be erased, but if you had previously synced with iTunes on this computer, you can restore from a previous backup. See this article for more information.

Second hand ipod

i have just replaced my nano with a secondhand classic 160gb ,ive got all my tunes in my itunes library linked to my broken nano how do i keep the current tunes on the classic and link it up with my tunes for the nano?

The songs on the second hand Ipod technically were paid by someone else (maybe)
I'm in the music business and that is not what we are worried about.
But it's nice to know someone does understand how it is supposed to work
try this
http://support.apple.com/kb/ht1495

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i bought a second hand ipod touch from someone and i have no way of contacting them. when i went to use it, it was passcode locked. so i opened itunes to restore it, but it won't do anything on itunes unless i unlock it with the passcode.
What do i do?

Put it into Recovery mode and restore it to factory settings http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1808

How do I use a second hand iPod?

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