IPod Classic not charging or showing in coputer devices/iTunes

When I connect my iPod classic (120Gb) to my laptop it no longer shows under the computers devices.
The screen of the iPod shows "Charging. Please wait...". However, it does not charge. I have tried connecting the iPod to other computers to charge and with other USB connectors but there is still no difference. HELP!!

Hello Aideen,
And welcome to Apple Discussions!
So you have tried using a different USB cable as well as plugging the iPod into different USB ports on your computer? Have you tried resetting your iPod with it connected to your computer? To do this, toggle the hold switch on and off, then press and hold the Select (Center) and Menu buttons together until the Apple logo appears. Try more than once if need be.
Otherwise, have you considered uninstalling iTunes and all Apple software on your system and starting from scratch? Here are instructions if need be.
http://support.apple.com/kb/ht1925
What happens when you force the iPod into *Disk Mode* using the instruction in this Apple support document?
http://support.apple.com/kb/ht1363
Does it appear in "My Computer" at least as a mounted drive? If so, try reformatting it using the tools provided by windows?
http://www.methodshop.com/gadgets/ipodsupport/erase/
B-rock

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This is the exact same problem I have. The only thing that works for me is to charge it on an old ihome alarm clock. I bought the alarm clock at the same time as the ipod, and I haven't tried it on a newer ihome device. Once my ipod is totally dead, thats the only thing that will work. I even took it to the apple store and they told me all they could do was give me 10% off a new ipod and "recycle" mine. Before you do that, I would really recommend trying to charge it on an ihome or similar device. Here is a link to the ihome I used to charge mine: http://www.uberreview.com/2005/06/ihome-ih5-ipod-alarm-clock.htm
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Open iTunes and click on preferences (either from the small box in top left, or under edit); click on devices; make sure "Prevent iPods, iPhones and iPads from syncing automatically" is ticked; Click OK.
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Yesterday I tried to completly deplete the battery so now the iPod really doesn't do anything since it does not want to charge via the usb.
Before depleting the battery I tried forcing the iPod in disk-mode and then connect it to the PC. Results, nothing happened when connecting the iPod...
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TA44551 ok my ipod classic wont charge it wont sync to my itunes but it will turn on when i plug it up sometimes it goes to a solid white screen that says ok to disconect and shows battery bar then it will not do anything unless i reset it or let it die

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Thank you for visiting Apple Support Communities.
Here are some troubleshooting steps in the article below that I would recommend going through.
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