IPod Firewire/USB cable

A friend gave me his old iPod Version 1.5 10 GB touchscroll which was manufactured in 2002. He didn't have the cable that I need to connect to my USB port on my PC. I haven't been able to locate one on eBay or know anyone that has one. Does anyone know where I can obtain one? Most electronic stores do not have such accessories to purchase and the ones I have found have a dock connector plug, which I don't need.

Welcome to Apple Discussions.
You have a second generation iPod. As b said, you need a Firewire connection on your computer to use that iPod. USB cannot be used. If you do not have a Firewire port on your computer, you should get a Firewire card such as the Adaptec Fireconnect 4300 (for desktop PCs) or the Adaptec Fireconnect 1430 (for notebook PCs). You will also need a 6 pin to 6 pin Firewire cable which should be available in most computer shops.

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The combination firewire/usb cable you can get on the Apple store, can you plug the firewire into your mac and the USB into the AC Adapter to charge your iPod, I am planning on getting one later this year and I want to use firewire.
P.S. Is it worth my while getting an iPod now, or wil a new one be out soon?

Peachey, Welcome to the discussion area!
P.S. Is it worth my while getting an iPod now, or wil a new one be out soon?
No one hear knows that answer and it is against the rules of this discussion area to speculate on future Apple products.

IPod Classic USB Cable for iPhone charger?

Can I use the USB cable of my iPod classic or any iPods to charge my iPhone?

Your current car charger for the original iPhone will never work with the iPhone 3G because the firewire pins were removed from the iPhone 3G dock port at the bottom.
I'm looking for an FM transmitter/charger for my iPhone 3G but it looks like it'll be a few more weeks before new compatible products are released.
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IPod Video - USB Cable connector area is broken

It appears that our USB cable got dented, and then when we went to plug it into the iPod that it damaged the port where you plug in the USB cable. We sent the iPod in to Apple (it's under warranty) and they simply sent it back to us in the same shape. They didn't even tell us "it will cost you $x if you want us to fix it". They want us to buy a new one. Which makes little sense.
I'm looking at online repair tutorials but I don't see any tutorial for the USB cable port. No manual shows that section of the iPod. Am I right in thinking that this port is an integral part of the motherboard, so what I am doing is replacing the $99 motherboard of the unit? I realize once I do that it's out of warranty, but heck, it's broken right now and Apple isn't even offering to fix it for a fee ... they want us to go buy a brand new one.
This is a fourth generation video iPod

I think the topic starter means iPod 3G not the second generation iPhone 3G.
But sorry, I don't know. I never used the new USB-cable for the iPod 3G, I always used Firewire.

Computer reboots when connecting ipod to USB cable.

Has this happened to anyone else?
All of a sudden now, whenever I connect my ipod to the USB cable, it makes my computer reboot! And it doesn't stop rebooting until I disconnect the ipod!
I have no idea why this is happening, and I don't know how to make it stop.
I am really starting to lose my faith in EVERY item that Apple has created.

When I connect my ipod to USB immediately following taking it off my AC adapter, it causes my computer (PC, XP) to restart.
Reinstall Windows. This has nothing to do with iTunes or any other Apple software, because that functionality is entirely Windows based.
If reinstalling windows fresh (and doing all the updates) doesn't fix it, then you have a hardware problem on the PC.

What can i do if my ipod shuffle usb cable snapped and i cant find a new one?

i had this ipod for like 1/2 a year and i need a cable to charge it, im a musician and i need it to listen and play. plz help i need this =>

If that's a 2nd gen shuffle, which is the one shown in the image, the linked USB cable from the Apple Store is the wrong one. That cable is only for the 3rd and 4th gen shuffle, as noted under Compatibility in the description. The 2nd gen shuffle has a different connector.
This is the replacement for the 2nd gen shuffle
http://store.apple.com/us/product/MA694G/A/apple-ipod-shuffle-dock
It is a bit costly, especially compared to a brand new 4th gen shuffle for $49. There are third-party replacements that cost less at other online stores. They should work, but make sure the item is described as being for the 2nd gen shuffle, not 3rd/4th gen.

Using an iPod Classic USB cable on an iPhone 4S

Can you use an iPod classic (1st generation) USB (1.0) cable to charge the iPhone 4S? Is there any effects in doing this? I wanted to use this as an extra charger for my USB car charger.

I don't know... Just use the USB cable the nano comes with.

My CMT-X3CD personal audio system won't connect my ipod using USB cables

My new CMT-X3CD personal audio system cannot connect to my Ipod.I have tried numerous USB cables - one doesn't register at all, the other charges my ipod but doesn't play through the system, and a third just "searches" for the USB device. Any ideas please??

Hi ppatrick,
For further assistance regarding your concern, please contact the Sony offices/Sony representative offices nearest to your place of residence in Asia Pacific region http://www.sony-asia.com/countryselector.html?hpid=countryselector:AsiaPacific. Due to proximity, they are in a better position to respond to your questions or concerns.
Thanks,
>Joffrey
If my post answers your question, please mark it as "Accept as Solution"

HT3480 IPOD Shuffle USB Cable

Dear Friends,
I lost my Ipode shuffles' carger cable. The same item is not available with major ipod dealers/resellers.
IPod shuffle price is AED 199
IPod shuffle Cable price AED 79 Delivery charge AED 50 = AED 129. (65% of the New package)
Apple customer care said Sorry!!!!
Do you know any shop which is dealing with this cable in Dubai/Abu Dhabi

If that's a 2nd gen shuffle, which is the one shown in the image, the linked USB cable from the Apple Store is the wrong one. That cable is only for the 3rd and 4th gen shuffle, as noted under Compatibility in the description. The 2nd gen shuffle has a different connector.
This is the replacement for the 2nd gen shuffle
http://store.apple.com/us/product/MA694G/A/apple-ipod-shuffle-dock
It is a bit costly, especially compared to a brand new 4th gen shuffle for $49. There are third-party replacements that cost less at other online stores. They should work, but make sure the item is described as being for the 2nd gen shuffle, not 3rd/4th gen.

Ipod killing USB-cables, help!

My Ipod has a problem. It kills USB-cables and some cables don't even get in. I sent my Ipod to Apple to be repaired. But nothing was found wrong. It killed my first cable, now the second cable doesn't work. The cables from friends don't get in. At the store where I bought it, the same story. Why is this happening? I'm so frustrate. Help me! I don't now what to do.

Bring it in to Apple. Maybe the battery is dead.

IPod Firewire/usb question

So I just got a second generation iPod off of ebay but it doesn't come with anything except the iPod. I was wondering if I can buy a connecter for an the newer iPod in the stores and if it would still work for my older version. THANK YOU

I used to have one 2G iPod, which I gave to a friend. as far as I can remember what you need is an ordinary firewire cable
http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=61688#scrollwheel
Best, bring your iPod with you to a shop

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Just got an iPod touch 64 gig. Cable worked for a few hours now I get message:
Becaue a usb device was drawing too much power from my computer one or more of my USB devices have been disabled. Get this on my iMac 27 inch and 15 inch mac book pro. Anyone have a solution? Seems cable may be defective.

Yes, it seems like a defective cable. Other uses have reported the same problem with the cable that came with their new 5G iPod. Go to an Apple store or call Apple for a replacement.

My ipod touch USB cable is jammed in my laptop. I can't get it out. HELP!

I was charging my ipod, everything was working perfect. Then I accidentally dropped my laptop, and I guess a part of the bigger white section got jammed in there. Now I can't take it out. It won't budge at all! Is there a way to get it out, hopefully without damaging the cord too? :/

I would take it to a place that repairs laptops. I would not be concerned about the cable but instead be concerned about the laptop.

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I just purchased a brand new 4 gb white 1st gen iPod nano. From the moment I took it out of the packaging and tried to charge it with the provided USB cable I noticed it was not working. No response at all, nothing was getting into the iPod. I tried multiple USB cables with equal luck.
I have a Dension I.C.E Link Plus in my car, I figured I'd try it, sure enough the iPod Nano began charging and booted up. I finished charging it to a full charge in my car.
After a few days of use, I went to charge my iPod via USB cable and when I plug it in, it connects to the computer I can transfer songs perfectly but it constantly states that the iPod is "charged" displaying the plug battery icon not the flashing thunder bolt. So I figured it was charged, when I unplugged it from the USB cable the battery meter was clearly not charged.
So, I assumed it was my computer USB ports being messed up so I purchased a A/C Wall Charger Adapter. Once again it would only display "charged" so far the only thing that will charge my nano is my car.
With the A/C wall charger I have even tried multiple cables with no luck.
CAN SOMEONE HELP ME!?!?!? I thought it was suppose to charge with the provided USB cable? Thanks!

Yes you have a one year warranty from the date of purchase from Apple. Go to this link and on the bottom right hand side it will ask you to enter your serial number and will tell you if you are still under warranty. http://www.apple.com/support/
If you are you can take it to a Apple store, or request service online here http://depot.info.apple.com/ipod/
If it is out of warranty you can google a third party service provider and get it serviced out of warranty. There are two that I know of that provide free diagnostic service. You only pay for shipping and they will tell you what is wrong and what it will cost to fix. They are ifixipodsfast.com and ipodmods.com but there are others also (I just have no experience with them) Good luck and as was stated it should charge from your usb. and just for grins, look at the docking connector on your ipod and see if there is any obstruction that is obvious.

Using AC adapter to charge is better than charge it with USB cable?

I've been reading this on http://www.ipodbatteryfaq.com/
"When possible, always use the AC adapter (or vehicle adapter) for extended charging, not a FireWire cable attached to a computer."
The artical does not explain why, but I'm curious about it.
So, does charging iPod with USB cable really damage the battery?
Is it always better to charge iPod with AC adapter?
Any answer will be appreciated, thanks in advance anyway

Even if you use an a/c adaptor you still need the usb cable to connect it to the iPod. The very same cable you use to connect to the computer.
A firewire cable is something completely different, and although the 5th gen iPod will charge via a firewire cable they are not supplied with the iPod (because the iPod won't accept data transfer via firewire).
When reading about the iPod battery, you should remember that there is an awful lot of nonsense said. I've never found any difference whatsoever either charging via a mains adaptor or via a computer.

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