In need of advice&help PLEASE.

I'm not sure how long this is going to be, so please bear with me.
[I apologize if this question has been asked already].
I'm having major problems with my first gen. ipod nano.
I've had it since March 2006 [roughly], and it started failing me around Oct-Nov of 07. I had completely drained it and then left it uncharged for about a month-ish or so. I finally decided to charge it and when I did, I noticed that the Apple logo kept flashing and wouldn't stop, even when I unplugged it from my computer. After many failed attempts, I decided to do a restore, so everything on it erased.
Now, before I proceed [I don't know if this is going to be helpful or not...but just in case]:
I have a Windows XP, and an old USB port. The like...1.0 or 1.1? version.
Something along those lines. I haven't got anywhere on this computer a USB 2.0 port. When I restored my ipod I also downloaded the latest version of iTunes-- before, I had been running on a really old version, one from 2006. After I restored my iPod, I didn't see anywhere a pop-up or whatever asking me to rename my iPod. So now, when I try plugging in my iPod, my computer recognizes that I've plugged something in, and so does my iTunes, and it opens. However, my songs won't bloody sync! Is it because my iPod doesn't have an "owner" so to speak? Or is it because I have a new ITunes version but an old USB port? Could it be a combination of the 3? Mind you, I think I may have the ITunes 7.5 version or something. Today I tried my iPod again and it asked me if I wanted to download the 7.6 version. Just to give you a hint of what iTunes version I have.
I'm sorry if I come across a bit rude or impatient; this whole iPod thing has been driving me crazy. Pardon the length of the post as well.
One more question though: if nothing works, can I take my iPod to an Apple technician or...do I just need to get a new one?
I realllly hope someone can help me with all this! Thank you =)
...Oh! One more thing. How do I rename my iPod? I don't have a clue as to what to click.

*How do I rename my iPod? I don't have a clue as to what to click*
Connect your iPod to your computer
When (or if, considering the problems you are having) it appears in the iTunes source list click on it's name once to highlight it
Click on it's its name again.
The text box will open for editing.
Type a new name.
Have a look here for more: How To Rename your iPod

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