IPod Mini not connecting

Hello all. I'm not really good with computers so please bear with me.
This is my second iPod actually. It's a refurbished version that I purchased September 2005 after my other Mini had to get junked because I wasn't about to pay $200 to get it fixed.
It's been working fine since I got it but about two days ago it took longer than usual to connect to my computer. It finally did after about the second try and I was relieved. Yesterday I tried to update it again and my computer would not recognize the Mini AT ALL.
It keeps saying that my USB port doesn't recognize anything and could this possibly be a problem with the USB port? I've also just gotten the new iTunes updates along with the new updates for my Mini and have recently gotten updates for my PC as well.
And whenever I connect my Mini to the computer it also says DO NOT DISCONNECT but a few seconds later it comes up with the OK TO DISCONNECT sign. So that kind of leads me to believe that there is in fact a problem with the Mini. But honestly, I really don't know anything about this stuff.
Thank you,
A very frustrated customer.
IBM T22 Windows XP

First of all, with your iPod connected, try resetting it. It may take several attempts. Also, try other usb ports on your computer.
Then, if that doesn't work look here.
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