IPod Mini reboots computer upon connection ,,why?

Whenever i hook up my ipod to the cable that is connected to my computer all the time , to update it or add/remove songs ,, it reboots my computer as soon as i connect the cable to the ipod.
Any ideas as to why it's doing this????
Thanks Gord

Your'e not alone mines started doing the same thing. soon as I connect it to the computer it shows itunes than reboots itself. after several attempts it finally stops. a pain in the butt
pooda wooda

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