IPod doesn't turn on or do anything...

I have a 3rd Gen iPod Nano that hasn't been working for awhile and I'm trying one last ditch attempt before deciding to purchase a new product. It displays the following problems:
- It doesn't turn on. It doesn't react to anything: connecting it to the computer (Mac or Windows), trying to Reset, moving the Hold switch, etc.
- iTunes gives the following error message: "The iPod software update server could not be contacted. The server does not support this version of iTunes."
- There is a "More Information" button on said error message, it takes me to this page: http://www.apple.com/support/iphone/updaterestore/?error=1478 This is a support page for iPhones and iPod Touch, a product which I don't have.
- I have tried some of the solutions on this page: I have the latest version of iTunes, connecting it on a different computer (I can't recall what the computer said though), opening the ports to the Apple servers.
Is this iPod gone for good or has anyone ever encountered this issue?

Grawr!! Mines acting up the same way!! Who ever can help me I will bow before their feet. I miss my music, and I can't get a new I-pod because the warranty expired and I got it from a friend for my birthday.

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