Ipod clicks.....apple logo, no backlight

It doesn't come on at all. I've tried to reset it by holding menu + select for much longer than 10 seconds. My computer doesn't even acknowledge it when I attach it. I've plugged the ipod into the wall charger for few hours and nothing has changed.
All I get is the clicking every few seconds and the apple logo but no backlight.

i saw a great step by step video pertaining to your problem. you may want to check it out. the guy also offers free advice.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qDQJ8am2REY&feature=channel_page

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