HT1351 Why won't music sinc to ipod nano 3rd generation?

When I sync my ipod nano 3rd generation, no music actually goes onto the ipod.

Did you select it to sync?

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    You don't.
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    2. Press and hold the Menu and Center (Select) buttons simultaneously until the Apple logo appears, about 6 to 10 seconds. You may need to repeat this step.
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    Restore Option 2: Use Same Version - Restores with same iPod Software version already on iPod, even though a newer version is available.
    Restore Option 3: Use Newest Version - Restores with latest iPod Software version on your computer.
    Restore Option 4: Restore and Update - Restores with latest iPod Software version on your computer.
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    7. A progress bar will appear on the computer screen indicating that the first stage of the restore process has started. When this stage is completed, iTunes will instruct you to leave iPod connected to your computer to complete restore.
    8. During the stage 2 of the restore process, the iPod will show an Apple logo as well as a progress bar at the bottom of the display. It is critical that the iPod remains connected to the computer or iPod Power adapter during this stage. Note: The progress bar may be difficult to see since the backlight on the iPod display may be off.
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    iPod nano (3rd generation) Troubleshooting Assistant
    http://www.apple.com/support/ipod/five_rs/nano3gen/#
    Thank you for using Apple Support Communities.
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    Hello!
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    See this older post from another forum member Zevoneer covering the different methods and software available to assist you with the task of copying content from your iPod back to your PC and into iTunes.
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  • HT1447 My ipod nano 3rd generation does not appear as a device on my Windows 7 on the new version of itunes. Only the music that I have purchased from itunes in the past shows on the screen.

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    Hewlett-Packard HP Pavilion 17 Notebook PC
    iTunes 11.3.1.2
    QuickTime 7.7.5
    FairPlay 2.6.15
    Apple Application Support 3.0.6
    iPod Updater Library 11.1f5
    CD Driver 2.2.3.0
    CD Driver DLL 2.1.3.1
    Apple Mobile Device 7.1.2.6
    Apple Mobile Device Driver 1.64.0.0
    Bonjour 3.0.0.10 (333.10)
    Gracenote SDK 1.9.6.502
    Gracenote MusicID 1.9.6.115
    Gracenote Submit 1.9.6.143
    Gracenote DSP 1.9.6.45
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    HDCP is supported.
    Core Media is supported.
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    **** Device Connectivity Tests ****
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    iTunesHelper 11.3.1.2 is currently running.
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    Bus Speed: 61440
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  • My ipod nano 3rd generation .. HELP !

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  • HT1384 My ipod nano 3rd generation, when connected by usb, does not show up in itunes, does not show up on my computer, does not seem to charge by the wall charger. It just has a black screen. Any ideas for me?

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    The only songs the iPod will play are those that have just recently downloaded onto my iTunes library.
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    It sounds quite frustrating having your iPod only play certain songs, I am quite sure I would be unhappy in similar circumstances. Let's see if we can get you up and running.
    If you are having issues with your iPod nano (3rd generation) not playing some of your music, I would suggest troubleshooting using the steps found on this page -
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    http://www.apple.com/support/ipod/five_rs/nano3gen/
    Thanks for using Apple Support Communities.
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    Brett L

  • I am getting rid of my Ipod Nano 3rd Generation.  How do I delete my name and make sure all personal info is gone?

    I was able to restore my Ipod Nano 3rd Generation back to factory settings, but the ipod is still personalized with my name.  How do I remove or change that?  And, how can I be sure all music, personal info is completely gone because I am giving it to someone?

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    Sorry to not have the single answer in my reply.
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  • I still have my iPod Nano 3rd generation, but my old computer crashed and I did not have itunes backed up, so I lost my library. Is there a way to get the songs from my old ipod to new computer library and then on to the new ipod?

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