Ipod classic connection to imac

I have a 20g ipod wheel. My imac has no fire wire connection as does the ipod. The computer won't recognize or charge the ipod when i use a cable from an iphone,iphone 3gs,ipod mini. it will charge fine from its firewire on its charger. I need itunes to recognize this device, any ideas?

Your iPod is not an iPod classic. Check out this link to determine which iPod you have.
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1353
Some older iPods cannot charge via a USB connection, only via firewire.

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