IPod 30GB: locked and not recognized

Hi guys.
My iPod 30GB was doing fine yesterday. Just now, I connected it as usual, but noticed it wasn't being recognized by Finder or iTunes. Then I noticed the lock icon was on although the hold switch was not on, and the "do not disconnect" icon is on but is not flashing. Flipping the hold switch, trying reset and frequent attempts to reconnect via USB haven't worked. The situation is a little desperate, so any ideas would be appreciated. Thanks.

I just found this online:
Reinstall the Apple Mobile Device Service (AMDS) on Mac OS X :
In the Finder, locate iTunes in the Applications folder and drag it to the Trash.
Move the iTunes icon to the Trash
Choose Go > Go to Folder.
Enter /System/Library/Extensions and click Go.
Locate the file AppleMobileDevice.kext and drag it to the Trash.
Choose Go > Go to Folder.
Enter /Library/Receipts/ and click Go.
Locate the file AppleMobileDeviceSupport.pkg and drag it to the Trash. If prompted, authenticate with the admin password.
Choose Finder > Empty Trash and restart the computer.
Download and install the current version of iTunes www.apple.com/itunes/
http://www.ihackintosh.com/2009/06/error-iphone-is-not-recognized-in-itunes-wind ows-mac/
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