IPod Nano (2nd gen.) not displaying in finder or desktop

iPod Nano (2nd gen.) not displaying in finder or desktop BUT shows up in iTunes, it used to show up on the desktop, I don't get it
help would be appreciated
Thanks

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I tried following all the trouble shooting step
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nothing seems to work, anyone have ideas?

Thank you for that.
If your computer is windows:
xp- it needs service pack 3
vista- service pack 2
7- n/a
How to check:
Click the start button, right click computer or my computer, select properties
-In the general info section is where it will tell you what the service pack is.
To update if needed use this:
xp: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/322389
vista: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/935791
After that check for update in itunes:
-click help at the top
-click check for updates
If your ipod is still not seen in itunes try this:
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1369
Sometimes Security Software gets in the way of the iPod's drivers being installed correctly for that try this:
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS3125
You can always test your ipod on a different 'known good' computer to rule out the iPod as having the issue. If iPod shows good on a different computer in itunes then you know is your computer. If iPod does not show in the other computer's iTunes you know its your iPod.
If it is your ipod then you will need a service: https://selfsolve.apple.com/GetWarranty.do or call 1800 MY APPLE to set it up.
I know thats a lot, but sincerely hope it helps.
~Julian
p.s Your iPod looks like a 4th gen nano

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I have not had a computer for several years and I just got a new one. My old computer got a virus and when that happened all my music was lost. Thank goodness I had it all on my Ipod Nano 2nd GEN. Now my problem is that I don't know how to get the music off my Ipod Nano onto my new computer!!! I was able to get the songs that I purchased thru ITunes by just authorizing my new computer. But I have alot more music that is on my Ipod nano that I can't put into my ITunes library. In fact, I can't even get my music into a file folder on my computer!! I really need help. I don't have any copies of the music anywhere else and some of it is hard to get. How do I get my music either into ITunes or into a file folder on my new computer or even if I could get my computer to recognize my Ipod and sync all the music into windows media or something like that. Every time I connect my IPod all that happens is that it tells me if I sync the IPod that it will replace all the music from my ITunes library on to my IPod. And I am guessing that means all my music on the IPod will be erased. PLEASE HELP ME!!!! Thanks from the bottom of my songsters heart

From the OP: "My old computer got a virus and when that happened all my music was lost. "
They don't have the music on their computer so they cannot transfer the iTunes folder, from the computer to their iPod and then to the new computer. And if they try to enable disk use on the iPod it will erase all the music that is on it. The method you cited is moving the files in a data format using the iPod as a flash drive. It doesn't work if they are in music format. That is why I suggested Yamipod.

When i connect my ipod nano 2nd gen, it charges but does not appear in windows or itunes. I tried the reset but it didn't work. how can i fix this?

I bough a 4g Ipod nano 2nd gen for my cousins birthday. When i plug it into my computer it charges but does not show up in windows or itunes. I tried reseting it, reinstalling itunes, everything the site said but it didn't help. I am trying to sync songs to it for my cousin, but it won't work with it not connecting. Could the wire have something to do with it or is there a bigger problem here?

See
iOS: Device not recognized in iTunes for Windows
- I would start with
Removing and reinstalling iTunes and other software components for Windows Vista, Windows 7, or Windows 8
However, after your remove the Apple software components also remove the iCloud Control Panel via Windows Programs and Features app in the Window Control Panel. Then reinstall all the Apple software components
- New cable and different USB port
- Run this and see if the results help with determine the cause
iTunes for Windows: Device Sync Tests
Also see:
iPod not recognised by windows iTunes
Troubleshooting issues with iTunes for Windows updates
- Try on another computer to help determine if computer or iPod problem

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Hi Thecraggs,
Thanks for using Apple Support Communities. If your iPod isn't recognized by your computer or iTunes, this article may help:
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http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1369
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You can work through the remaining five 5 R's of troubleshooting.
http://www.apple.com/support/ipod/five_rs/
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i have read through alot of the posts and have not seen anything similar to my question.
i got my daughter an ipod nano for xmas.
we really dont leave the computer on alot and she was wanting a docking station/speaker setup. i found one that charges it/ has speakers and is also an alarm clock.
she likes the idea of having the alarm clock with it.
this is the model she got: curtis iMode ip210 link to where it was bought http://hhgregg.com/ProductDetail.asp?SID=0B568914D18A4CBEB2E80A95E8C46043&Produc tID=17180
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the little plastic adapter i got with the ipod kinda works in the slot of the radio but would need a little modification to snap in. the difference is the outside shape and would just needed some sanding. i have called the support number for the radio and all i could get from the was its not compatable. and i am not too sure why.
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i tried to call my local apple store and ask them but that guy started talking about firewire and problems. i told him how it docked and what it was and he still insisted on talking about firewire and those problems. i hung up as it didnt sound like he knew anything.
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The following Knowledge Base article offers up some great information for troubleshooting the issue you are describing:
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