I have a old third generation I pod and I was wondering how to fix it

I have a old third generation Ipod (very old) Its in good condition but internally I don't know what's wrong with it. I need help finding a way to send it off to get fixed. Any suggestions?

A 3rd gen iPod has a touch (not click) wheel, and four separate touch buttons that glow orange. Is that the iPod model you have?
There are businesses that fix iPod, and some may be local to you. A Google search on "ipod repair" and your city should give you some links. An Apple Store may not service your older model.
If you want to try fixing it yourself, the 3rd gen iPod is fairly easy to work with, because the parts are still relatively large with reasonably sized connectors. The trickiest step (the first time) is prying the case open. This web site has repair guides.
http://www.ifixit.com/Device/iPod_Original
If the problem is something simple, like a dead battery, they are available for a low cost on eBay (and elsewhere online), and usually come with the plastic (nylon) pry tools.
NOTE: If you have a 3rd gen iPod, as described above, it needs to have a FireWire connection, with a FireWire docking cable. It will not charge over USB, even though it has a dock connector that fits the USB docking cable. If you are connecting it to a USB port, and that's why it is not working, perhaps it is not actually broken.

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