I am unable to sync my iPad Nano to my Computer, or to iTunes. What do I need to do?

I am unable to sync my iPod nano to my computer or iTunes, What am i missing?

Hello Badger59,
I would be concerned too if my iPod was not recognized by iTunes or my computer. I recommend the following article for the issue you described:
iPod not recognized in 'My Computer' and in iTunes for Windows
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1369
Thank you for posting in the Apple Support Communities.
Best,
Sheila M.

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Welcome to the Support Communities!
The articles below may be able to help you with this issue.
Click on the links to see more details and screenshots.
Apple - Support - iOS Apps - iMovie
http://www.apple.com/support/ios/imovie/
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http://help.apple.com/imovie/ipad/1.4/index.html
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If you’re not in projects view, tap the My Projects button in the upper-left corner above the viewer.
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Select the device, then click Apps at the top of the iTunes window.
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2) Press and Hold the Home and Power buttons on the iPad until the Apple Logo appears, about 10 seconds.
3) Make sure all antivirus and firewalls are off.
4) Delete and reinstall itunes. (Back up the itunes folder first.)
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