Ipod Mini second gen freezes my computer

I have windows 7 and this is the first time i've ever plugged my Ipod into this computer. WHen I plug it in, it isn't detected by the computer or Itunes. If i plug it in then try to open Itunes, it won't open. If i unplug it afterward, then Itunes opens. I also can't open internet explorer. I have the latest version of Itunes and everything on my computer is updated. I have virus protection and all that so I know it's not a virus. What's happening to my ipod? Do i have to reset it? And if so, will i lose all my songs?

Hello Paul,
Thank you for your kind word, I totally agree that Mark is a knowledgeable guy but def. not me. I am just a guy enjoy to repairing the iPods and share my experience with people who have the problems.
Make the long story short, I do not know the reason cause but I discover the following points:-
1. iPod will be free from problem if it only got charged by the AC charger instead of the computer.
2. Problems always happen just after the installation of the latest iPod updater or connecting with the computer, particular PC.
3. Some iPods not able to be charged from the USB port of a PC - it happens to most of the PDA cases as well. The unstable of power supply from the USB port always the reason to screw the iPod.
4. After the installation of the iPod updater, some iPods need to be plugged with an AC Charger to finish the installation process. And lot of case got stuck at this stage.
5. iPod is like an external HD, when you put it Disk Mode, you got better chance to get your iPod mount with the computer, in order for you to do the Restore.
6. Reset does help on most cases
7. If reset does not work then you must do a Restore
8. Some iPods may need to do a Format (Disk Utility or 3rd party software) instead of purely doing a Restore.
9. If your iPod is formatted in a PC, and cant recognized by your PC, it is better chance to solve it by connectting it with a Mac and vince verse
10. Use Firewire instead of USB
Stay away from connecting your iPod with a PC unless you need to do the update of iPod software

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