Ipod malfunctioned- now device manager wont recognise

Please help- my ipod mini crashed so I had to reset it. Now when I connect it to my laptop, my device manager wont recognise it saying the device has malfuntioned. I have tried to reinstall the software but still can't connect or get my laptop to recognise my ipod.
Please help!

i've been having the exact same problem, except itunes doesn't recognize my ipod at all, and it doesn't even send a message.
anyone have any ideas for this?
Oh by the way, i just created this account and have no idea how to post a question,.. i feel pretty stupid but yeah, anybody?

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I think next would be a good idea to shutdown the computer, and disconnect everything from it. Let it sit for a minute or two, then plug it all back up and turn the computer on, then try again.
Next I would start troubleshooting the USB ports on the computer. I would start with this troubleshooting.
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Double-click the System icon.
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http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1401
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Avoid plugging the device into a keyboard, display, or standalone hub. The USB ports on these accessories may be low-power or only offer USB 1.x connections.
If you are using an accessory, remove the accessory and connect the device to the computer using only the Apple 30-pin to USB Cable or Lightning to USB Cable.
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Disconnect all USB devices from your computer, except for your keyboard and mouse. Then reconnect the iOS device. If the issue is resolved, reconnect other USB devices, testing after each connection.
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http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1286
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