IPod Doesn't Show In iTunes (Windows XP)

My iPod Classic won't show up in iTunes because earlier, I had accidentally checked a box on my iPod settings (within the iTunes program) that said not to display settings for that iPod in iTunes automatically, or not to automatically sync the iPod. If you know how to sync the iPod manually and set iTunes back to its original settings of just plugging in the iPod and automatically getting the settings menu, could you please help me? Thanks!

I had a similar problem after accepting an ipod software update on 1/4/08. Mine began the restart, with the progress bar appearing on the ipod screen. It did go all the way across, but then my ipod began restarting itself over and over again. It kept doing this when I disconnected from the PC, tried connecting to another pc, and tried plugging in to an electrical outlet. I finally got it to start by following the "put into disk mode" instructions (http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=93651). I did have to press the "select" and "play" buttons immediately once the logo appeared after I pressed the "menu" and "select" buttons. Once in disk mode I reset the ipod and it's working fine now. Hope this helps.

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I really don't know what to put for a subject! Itunes and my ipod shuffle ran perfectly under Windows XP. I have a LOT of music successfully loaded (from itunes purchases and my own cds) on the 'pod. It plays fine. Problem is, computer bit the dust. I decided to upgrade to Vista instead of reloading XP (couldn't find the **** CDs to reinstall XP). Now, my ipod doesn't show up in itunes and I get that **** "ipod is synced with another library.. do you want to erase this ipod and sync with "this" itunes lib." box. "This" itunes library consists only of songs I've purchased from itunes.... none of the cd music is there. and the only option that itunes seems to be giving me is to blow away what's on my 'pod now and install the tiny library of itunes purchases. The wierd thing is, it's all on the same **** computer... just the OS changed (from XP to Vista).
What I WAMT to do is somehow get itunes to see my 'pod and copy the music that's on my pod back into itunes where it all came from in the first place and put my latest itunes purchases (since changing OS's) on my 'pod. Jeeze. sounds so simple. Unbelieveable.
tk
TIA for any help.
HP Pavilion 523n Other OS running Vista

In iTunes, go to the File Menu and select the 'Add to Library' option.
In the window that appears navigate to the folder that has all the music from the old version of iTunes (i.e. where the music is currently stored on your computer), and select the folder.
This should then add all the music back into your iTunes (it may make a copy)
You will now be able to connect your iPod and let it sync to the computer.
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Hello poopoo15,
I would be concerned too if my iPod and iPod shuffle was not recognized by iTunes. I recommend reviewing this article for steps to take when your iPod is not recognized in iTunes:
iPod not appearing in iTunes
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS3716
Thank you for using Apple Support Communities.
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Sheila M.

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yes, i have tried the one that came with shuffle and downloaded newest version, no luck. after getting error updating message, i also get a message "an ipod is attached, but not mounted on the desktop". also ipod flashes orange while in usb port. don't know if that means anything?

IPod Doesn't Show In iTunes

I recently updated my system software and now my iPod Touch (3 Gen) and iPad 1 will not show up on iTunes. They will charge and open iPhoto when connected, but they do not show up as a devise and will not sync.
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iTunes Ver. 3.1 (55)
I followed the troubleshooting instructions in
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1591
and uninstalled iTunes and reinstalled iTunes as it suggested and it worked until I restarted the computer. It seems unreasonable to have to reinstall iTunes every time you want to sync.
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I'm Dutch, I hope you can understand..
It says on the left that the ipod-connectionstatus doesn't work (it's a red light, the other 3 are green..)
Microsoft Windows XP Professional Service Pack 2 (Build 2600)
System Manufacturer System Name
iTunes 7.0.0.70
iPodService 7.0.0.70 is actief. (is active)
iTunesHelper 7.0.0.70 is actief. (is active)
Huidige gebruiker is een beheerder. (i am the administrator of the pc)
Aangesloten opslagapparaten:
IDE\DiskWDCWD153BA____________________________16.13M16, Bus Type ATA, Bus Address [0,0]
Universal Serial Bus-controllers:
VIA Rev 5 of later USB universele host-controller, PCI-bus 0, apparaat 4, functie 2. Het apparaat werkt goed. (the device works okay)
Geen IEEE 1394-hostcontroller gevonden. (no hostcontroller found)

Ipod doesn't show on itunes

When I connect my Ipod to the computer via the USB cable, it will charge. I tunes is open and it doens't see my Ipod. I have restarted the Ipod and still nothing. This is a window XP Pro computer.

have a look at this support article.
also, make sure Apple Mobile Device Service is installed and started.

Extras notes --- iPod works fine in iTunes, but doesn't show up in Windows

Hi all!
Gotta wierd situation.
My iPod works fine in iTunes.
I have had 'Enable for Disk Use' enabled for a long time. However, my iPod doesn't show up under My Computer on WinXP.
I'd like to add some new Notes and remove some old ones, but you have to do that thru Windows, not thru iTunes.
Any ideas how to fix this problem?

hi marky!
i noticed one thing. the iPod is formated as FAT32, but i have my HD in NTFS. could this be related?
no, that one's normal. we need to leave her as FAT32. see:
iPod no longer plays music after formatting or partitioning the hard disk
hmmmmm. it's like the "enable disk use" setting is just refusing to stick for you.
but maybe we've got a window of oppportunity while it's doing that initial sync. the rules seem to be different for you then.
maybe try switching enable disk use off. then eject her, and plug her back in again (while you've got itunes already running).
the second she shows up in the itunes sourcelist, try diving into the preferences tab, and re-enabling disk use.
(i checked, and it's possible for me to do this with attractive beast ... hoping here that doing the "enable disk use" under these circumstances might get it to stick for you.)
love, b

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Hi there!
I'm experiencing the following problem:
the iPod charges when connected to my pc, but doesn't display within iTunes (and Windows Explorer). The 'round load' icon displays for 2 seconds in my iPod when I connect it via my USB 2.0, then disappears.
A few times it has appeared, but then I got a message that the iPod isn't functioning properly anymore (with iTunes) and that the iPod needs to be reset.
When I'm chosing the option to restore, I see a window with a downloading bar but it seems to keep hanging. I tried to restore my iPod several times via this procedure, but even if I waited some hours it is still loading, so it seems to keep hanging within this process.
In order to see wheter this problem has already been known and solved, I've read through the knowledgebase.
I have read the following article:
iPod missing in "My Computer" or in iTunes for Windows
http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=61711
Unfortunately, proceeding through these steps didn't help me further. Also, I read through the following threads:
My iPOD is not being recognized by my computer.....
http://discussions.apple.com/thread.jspa?threadID=856777&tstart=30
iPod, when plugged in charges, but doesn't show up on windows, or itunes.
http://discussions.apple.com/thread.jspa?threadID=736748&tstart=0
The action steps provided within these threads also didn't help me further.
Could you please help me to resolve this issue?
Thank you for your time reading this post, any help is appreciated.
Deep

I wonder wheter there is a possibility to add files like screenshots and process dumps in order to give the ability for further analysis.
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Hi murr18140,
Welcome to the Support Communities! The article below will help you troubleshoot the issue you are having with your iPod classic not being recognized in iTunes for Windows:
iPod: Appears in Windows but not in iTunes
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1363?viewlocale=en_US
I hope this information helps ....
- Judy

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I'm running Windows Vista (something I highly regret ever getting), and I was given a new iPod by a friend, and since it was a different iPod than I used before, Vista kept popping a window up when I connected it asking if I wanted to download a driver. It had three options, I think, to browse for the driver, look later, or never ask again. Normally I would click the first two, and the iPod would show up in iTunes still (and the iPod doesn't even need a driver). The last time, I accidentally clicked for it to not ask again, and now the iPod doesn't show up in either My Computer or iTunes.
I really, REALLY hate this computer. Vista has caused nothing but problems, I tell ya. It's always one thing after another.

Well start with these articles and see if that gets you anywhere...
iPod is not recognized properly by computer when USB drivers are not installed properly or are out of date
http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=305136
iTunes for Windows: iTunes 7 doesn't recognize iPod
http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=304434
iPod missing in "My Computer" or in iTunes for Windows
http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=61711
Also you might try forcing the iPod into disk mode first, then connecting it to your computer and see if that makes it show up in iTunes...
Putting iPod into Disk Mode
http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=93651
Patrick

IPod doesn't appear in iTunes and Windows

I have a next problem with connecting nano with Windows:
iPod doesn't appear in iTunes: iTunes 7 diagnostic write that host-controller of bus IEEE 1394 was not found.
Sometimes Windows see the demountable disk, but can't open it. Occasionally, when i charge nano, iTunes gives out the message, that iPod is damaged.
After connecting iPod to the computer, it shows the "Do not disconnect" screen, which not disappear after nano disconnecting. And I need reset iPod everytime after charging.
Does any help me?

I read this article.
I can't restore iPod because iPod Updater can't recognize it, when one connect to the computer.
How to solve the problem: as i wrote, iTunes diagnostic informs that can't find the controller IEEE 1394 (WiFi), but I HAVEN'T WiFi card on computer, I use USB 2.0.

I have an ipod nano 5th generation. the problem with it's that it doesn't show in itunes when connected to the laptop and it switches on on its own and songs start playing the battery gets consumed too fast after full charge. what is the actual problem?

i have an ipod nano 5th generation. the problem with it's that it doesn't show in itunes when connected to the laptop and it switches on on its own and songs start playing the battery gets consumed too fast after full charge. what is the actual problem?

What have you tried so far in terms of troubleshooting this issue? Are you plugging the iPod into a high powered USB 2.0 port on the back of your PC? Have you tried a different USB cable?
What happens if you try to reset the device with it still connected to the PC?
How to reset iPod
Has this iPod ever worked on this PC or is this the first time you have time you have tried connecting it?
Have you carefully worked through each and every single suggestion in this Apple support document?
iPod not recognized in 'My Computer' and in iTunes for Windows
B-rock

My iPod doesn't show song ratings in iTunes

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HT4623 I have an iPod with iOS 4.2.1 and would like to up date version 5. The pc I normally sync with has XP operating system. So I can't up date to iTunes 10. And my iPod doesn't show the software update button shown in the article. What can I do?

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