Ipod 5th gen wont connect Please help!!

My ipod is not recognized by my computer or itunes, it charges when in my main plug but not connecting when i use usb with laptop what can i do??? ipod nano 5th gen.

Hey Gilmour2013,
Thanks for the question, and welcome to Apple Support Communities.
I understand that your iPod nano is not recognized in iTunes. To troubleshoot this, choose an applicable article below that best describes your issue and is based on your operating system.
Windows
iPod appears in Windows but not in iTunes
iPod not recognized in 'My Computer' and in iTunes for Windows
iTunes reports that "iTunes cannot recognize this iPod at this time"
Mac OS X
iPod not recognized in iTunes and Mac Desktop
MacBook and MacBook Air: iPod won't mount when connected via USB hub
What to do if your computer won't recognize a USB or FireWire device
Thanks,
Matt M. 

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