Ipod Nano 8GB (2nd Gen.) problem

My Ipod freezes the second i disconnect it from the computer (I mean the cable) and the only way for me to turn it back on is to reconnect it to the computer.
I have tried "The 5 R's" and they didn't work either. Any one have some ideas about it?

Hello Tine Rico,
And Welcome to Apple Discussions!
Definitely sounds like your iPod's battery is dead especially if you have left it to charge for such a long period of time. You may want to double check this article first through to make sure you have tried everything.
[iPod's battery doesn't charge|http://support.apple.com/kb/TA44551?viewlocale=en_US]
You can have Apple replace it for you for a very hefty price, a third party repair company for much less such as [iresq|http://www.iresq.com>, or you can even do it yourself if you wish.
Or simply look into getting a new iPod if you wish.
B-rock

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iOS 4.2.1 is the last version of iOS that a 2nd-gen iPod touch can run. If the apps you want require a newer version of iOS, then you'll have to purchase a newer-model iPod.
Regards.

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Hello,
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See:
iOS: Device not recognized in iTunes for Windows
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iTunes for Windows: Device Sync Tests
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