IPod Classic 3rd Generation

I have an iPod Classic Third Generation that I think has a bad hard drive. I wan't to put it in recovery mode, but can't seem to find the right combination. Does this iPod have the little utility that if you hold down center and previous it will let you check it out? I have tried this key combination on this iPod but nothing happens. Any help?

can not load/don't know how to load games from itunes to my ipod. (free games)
Those are apps which are only compatible with the iPod touch and iPhone. All of the games compatible with your iPod in the iTunes Store cost money.
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Why will iTunes v. 8.0.2 not load my songs to my iPod Classic 3rd generation ver. 2.3 using OS 10.5 ?

Problem: iTunes does not automatically transfer my songs to my iPod.
I have an iPod Classic 3rd generation v.2.3, it has a 20GB capacity, I'm using iTunes 8.0.2 and am connected to a Mirror Drive Door 1.25 GB DP running OS 10.5. I am using the Firewire Dock to communicate with my Mac and to charge/power my iPad.
It has a bad battery, however, it still holds a charge. I've been able to reset the iPod. I do not have the installation disk. The iPod does cause iTunes to open. The iPod shows up in the iTunes sidebar. It shows that it has checked for updates. However, I'm using a dial-up connection and thus, it will not finalize a connection with Apple to do the RESTORE. My problem is that according to the manual any songs in iTunes will download to the iPod automatically. Well, it does not do that. In fact, I have seen no evidence that that downloading process has ever been initiated. I have connected the iPod at least a dozen time with the the dock plugged in when placing the iPod into the dock. I've also plugged the Firewire connector into the port on my Mac with the iPod already in the dock.
Am I missing some step or some setting that I have to do manually for the transfer from iTunes to the iPod to take place?
Anyone have any ideas, I would appreciate assistance from my fellow Mac compatriots for your help with this problem.

Thank you so much! It's updating now. I'm hoping that once the update is finished that it will sync like normal as well. Of course I'm still a bit confused/concerned about how it refused to update on it's own, but for now that's not a problem. Hopefully from now on there won't be any more problems.

Hi, Just wondering whether the iPod Classic 3rd generation is compatible with current iPod docks. Thanks

Hi,
Just wondering whether the iPod Classic 3rd generation is compatible with any of the current iPod docks.
Thanks for the help.

Hey anster101,
Great question, and welcome to Apple Support Communities.
The following article outlines the compatibility of the Apple Universal Dock:
Learn about Apple Universal Dock
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1380
Thanks,
Matt M.

I have an iPod Classic 3rd generation and I can't connect with iTunes.

iTunes is updated to the highest update, so it could be that the iPod is too old, but I can't connect my iPhone 4 either so I don't know what the problem is.

It might not hurt to uninstall/remove all Apple related software from your system and download fresh copies from Apple's servers/website.
Use the instructions in this article to help you along with the process.
http://support.apple.com/kb/ht1925
B-rock

IPod Dock Won't Charge iPod Classic 3rd Gen

Hi,
I have an iPod Classic 3rd generation that is running Version 2.3 with the Capacity of 13.9 GB.
Model: M946OCH
It looks like this:
http://profile.ultimate-guitar.com/profilemojo_data/5/8/5/1/585103/pics/_c297123_image0.png
The problem: this iPod Classic will not charge on ANY iPod Dock. No matter what brand or type, as long as it is the standard iPod Dock, it will not charge at all. It also has trouble playing songs and stops midway.
I have an iPod Touch 4th Gen and it works fine on the same dock.
Is there anything I can try to fix this problem for my iPod Classic? I tried connecting it to iTunes, restored it and updated it to the latest firmware.
Please try and solve this problem.

Playing songs doesn't work either. The first song will play for 30 so seconds then will stop and the iPod will freeze until I unplug it.
Is there any way to work around this problem. Maybe some type of an adapter that the iPod sits on, and the adapter then sits on the dock so that it can transmit everything properly. I do not believe that the only solution is just to buy an older dock.

I can't get my iPod Classic (3rd gen) to reset. Device won't connect to iPod server.

I have an iPod 3rd gen classic with the 160 GB HDD. All attempts at resetting the device elicit a dialog that states that iTunes can't read the contents of the iPod and that I should go to the summary tab in iPod preferences to click restore to factory settings. When I hit OK the iPod appears in the devices list in iTunes and the title box appears identifying the iPod by serial number, but notes the capacity of the device as 0 KB. My only option is to press the restore iPod button. As soon as the button is pressed I get a dialog which states that iTunes cannot access the iPod software server because I am not connected to the internet. This behavior has been consistent in 2 versions of iTunes (I just got 11.1.5.5) and 2 versions of iPod software (now 2.0.4 up from 2.0.2).
I got into the iPod diagnostics (center + previous, FYI) and tested the drive which appears to be fine. I'm going fairly nuts with this 'cause I gots to have my tunes and have been diligent about troubleshooting only to hit this wall. Any suggestions?
Thanks
Dave

Hi Dave,
Have you checked to verify your iPod is a Classic 3rd gen? Apple's website is kind of confusing when classifying the different generations of the Classic iPods. My thoughts on the differing classifications of iPod Classics are as such: http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_iPod_models (scroll down to models) I have just finished replacing the battery in a friend's iPod Classic 3rd Generation and found that they only made a 10, 15, 20, 30, and 40 GB hard drive for those that look as such: 2003-2009 with 4 buttons across the top (back track, menu, play/pause, and forward track) and beneath that is the touch wheel (pictured below is an example of how iPod Classic 3rd Gens look). If that is the case, someone may have upgraded the wrong size hard drive. The previous person may have instead installed a compact flash card. If I researched correctly, when upgrading to a compact flash card the iPod can be very touchy with which manufacturer of the compact flash card will work properly. If you click on the link and scroll down to posts, some people have specified which compact flash cards work. Best wishes. Please let me know if you were able to resolve your issue. -joe p http://www.tarkan.info/20080506/blog/iflash-compact-flash-compatibility-help-nee ded

IPod Touch (3rd Generation) 30-Pin Dock Connector to 3.5mm

Can anyone tell me if there are any 30-Pin to 3.5 mm connector cables available for the iPod Touch - 3rd Generation? I used to have several of these that I used with my 80GB Classic (connecting my Classic to my car stereo, home stereo, portable speakers, etc.) , but none of them seem to work with the 3rd gen. touch.
Thanks!

Check out SendStation's "PocketDock" with a 3.5mm jack and mini-USB connector. This gives you line-out audio level from the 3.5mm jack, much better than the headphone output.
http://www.sendstation.com/us/products/pocketdock/lineout-miniusb.html

Does anybody know why my ipod touch 3rd generations screen does not show anything? The screen is all black but my ipod synchronises to my iTunes library. Please help!

Does anybody know why my ipod touch 3rd generations screen does not work show anything? The screen is all black like it is switched off, but my ipod synchronises to my iTunes library. It is fully charged. Please Help!!!

Try here:
iPod touch: Hardware troubleshooting

HT1384 My ipod nano 3rd generation, when connected by usb, does not show up in itunes, does not show up on my computer, does not seem to charge by the wall charger. It just has a black screen. Any ideas for me?

My ipod nano 3rd generation, when connected by usb, does not show up in itunes, does not show up on my computer, does not seem to charge by the wall charger. It just has a black screen. Any ideas for me?
I've run diagnostics. Can't find device. I've tried resetting. The toggle has been turned on and off.

Cable works fine on my other iPod. Reset by pressing menu and center button together for 6-10 seconds. Left it to charge for many hours. Started acting up while running. Suddenly the music stopped playing but my Nike + was still working for the rest of my run. Took it straight it home and plugged it in to the wall to recharge since the battery was fairly low. Looked like it recharged ok but then screen went blank and now does it not show up on iTunes, does not seem to recharge by the wall charger (apple wall charger plugged into a surge protector in India). I have turned the hold switch off and on many times.
Sounds like a repair issue, which is not easy to do in India :(

I still have my iPod Nano 3rd generation, but my old computer crashed and I did not have itunes backed up, so I lost my library. Is there a way to get the songs from my old ipod to new computer library and then on to the new ipod?

I still have my iPod nano 3rd generation, but my old computer crashed and I did not have itunes backed up. Is there a way to get the music from ipod to new computer library and then on to the new ipod ?

Save all the photos from your Droid into a folder on your computer.
Connect your device to your computer. On iTunes left Pane, select iPhone under 'Devices'; then on the right Pane, select PHOTO tab. Make sure Sync Photo box is checked, and "from" box selected the folder that has Droid's photos. Then click the SYNC or APPLY button on the lower right window.

The hold button on my ipod touch 3rd generation does not work and ipod randomly flashes on and off, asking if i want to restart it when no button has been pushed, any suggestions?

the hold button on my ipod touch 3rd generation does not work and ipod randomly flashes on and off, asking if i want to restart it when no button has been pushed, any suggestions?

it might be a malfunction in your device. you might ave to send it to repairation
1.ave you try resetting it or restoring it?
2. did your hold boutons whas working beffor?

The backlight on my ipod touch 3rd generation will not come on, but everything works perfectly. I even used the advice given on the tech support page, and it still will not come on. HELP ME PLEASE.

The backlight on my ipod touch 3rd generation will not come on, but everything else is working fine I even took the tech support advice by plugging it in and resetting it, but that didn't fix the issue either. I need help.

If not this:
iOS: Wi-Fi or Bluetooth settings grayed out or dim
One user reported that placing the iPod in the freezer fixed the problem.
Also heating sometimes works. See:
Why can't I select my wifi settings?
A trick that works frequently with iPhones:
Settings > AirPlane Mode ON, Do Not Disturb ON
Power down and wait 5-10 minutes
Power up
Settings > AirPlane Mode OFF, Do Not Disturb OFF
If not successful, an appointment at the Genius Bar of an Apple store is usually in order.
Apple Retail Store - Genius Bar
Then:
Does the iOS device connect to other networks? See other networks? If yes that tends to indicate a problem with your network.
Does the iOS device see the network?
Any error messages?
Do other devices now connect?
Did the iOS device connect before?
Try the following to rule out a software problem:
- Reset the iOS device. Nothing will be lost
Reset iOS device: Hold down the On/Off button and the Home button at the same time for at
least ten seconds, until the Apple logo appears.
- Power off and then back on your router
.- Reset network settings: Settings>General>Reset>Reset Network Settings
- iOS: Troubleshooting Wi-Fi networks and connections
- Wi-Fi: Unable to connect to an 802.11n Wi-Fi network
- iOS: Recommended settings for Wi-Fi routers and access points
- Restore from backup. See:
iOS: How to back up
- Restore to factory settings/new iOS device.
If still problem and it does not connect to any networks make an appointment at the Genius Bar of an Apple store since it appears you have a hardware problem.
Apple Retail Store - Genius Bar

IPod Touch 3rd generation is not turning on and gets really hot when I plug it in but is not charging...

I have an iPod Touch 3rd generation and yesterday I was using it and noticed that it reset to a different time zone and when I dug a little deeper realized that it reset the date to December of 1969. I just went in and changed it all back. I was out of the house all day today and didn't take it with me, when I went to use it, it wouldn't turn on. I assumed it was dead, so I plugged it in and got ready for bed. I realized that the charging screen never appeared and it never made the little noise it does when you plug it in. I picked it up and right near where the charger plugs in, it was very hot. I use it when it'd plugged in from time to time and it is NEVER that hot. I then tried to plug it into the computer where it again didn't do anything and didn't show up as a device that was plugged in on my iTunes. Again, it got very hot very quickly. I am using the cord that came with it and an actual Apple brand wall charger. I don't know what else to do. Some people said to hold the two buttons down for a little bit, but nothing happened on mine. Please help!

Warm is normal, too hot to handle, literally, is not.
If you're concerned, make an appointment at your local apple store and have them check your charger out.

Ipod touch 3rd generation will connect to my wifi for a few seconds and then nothing will load. help please?

I have an ipod touch 3rd generation 64gb and it has iOS 5.1.1 and it will connect to my WiFi for a few seconds and then nothing will load. It says I have full connection bbut nothing works. I have 2nd generation ipod and it connects fine. Along with my laptop and xbox 360. I have tried downgrading it and restoring it from itunes. I also tried forgetting the network and inputting it myself but it sti does the same thing. I even tried resetting my wireless modem but it still didnt make a change. I really could use some help. I can't call apple cause im no longer under warranty.

Reset the iPod and connect to its syncing computer. It it shows in iTunes restore the iPod.
Next see if placing the iPod in recovery mod will allow iTunes t see the iPod so you can restore the iPod. For recovery mode see:
iPhone and iPod touch: Unable to update or restore

Ipod touch 3rd generation wont turn on or reset or connect to itunes! HELP!?

my ipod touch 3rd generation wont turn on. it wont reset or connect to itunes either and nothing i have tried so far has worked.

i am having the same issure and i did put it into recovery mode and itunes tells me to restore, but when i click restore it tells me that "software for this iphone is not currently available. make sure you have the latest version of itunes and try again" but it's obviously not an iphone.

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