Ipod classic 3G itunes problem - not recognized

I have a 3rd gen. classic ipod, it connects to the computer (it is visible in finder) but it won't connect to itunes, althought itunes launches when i connect the ipod, it is then not visible in the side menu. please help.

just to update
i resolved the problem
i had to erase the disc via disk utility, but then i only had the ipod in disk mode.
then the problem was i had no firewire cable (800) only the original one from the ipod which doesnt fit my mac
and it could not restore via usb, it needs a firewire.
so i took it to the local store and they fixed it for me free of charge i just know they had to use an old powerbook
now it works fine

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