HT4962 I have an Ipod Touch 2nd generation with version 4.2.1 IOS and it no longer seems to be recognized as a device when I plug into my computer. I want to update my sync settings but can't do this without being able to select the device. Any suggestion

I have an Ipod touch 2nd generation with version 4.2.1 IOs and it is no longer recognized as a device when I plug into my computer. This means I can not change synch settings - any ideas on what I need to do ?

See:
iOS: Device not recognized in iTunes for Windows
I would start with:
Removing and reinstalling iTunes, QuickTime, and other software components for Windows Vista or Windows 7
or
Removing and Reinstalling iTunes, QuickTime, and other software components for Windows XP

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Look her and it may give insite on what is missing. Otherwise:
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