HT4972 my ipod won't update to ios 5. It is stuck on 4.2. I tried uninstalling itunes then re-installing, then restoring my ipod and it didn't work.

It's stuck on iOS 4.2. I tried uninstalling itunes then re-installing, then restoring my ipod but it is still stuck on 4.2.
Help me please! Thanks.

Use this Link to check your model...
Identify iPod Models
http://support.apple.com/kb/ht1353
You need a 3rd Gen or later to Upgrade to iOS 5.

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