IPod Nano Ratings Sync Issue

Since I got my iPod Nano 5G, my song ratings seem to be changing arbitrarily in iTunes. This is a hassle because I use the song ratings to make sure music I like is on the iPod. I have tried updating iTunes, the iPod software, and restoring the iPod, but nothing seems to work. Is there anything else I can try? Does anyone else have this problem?

Does anyone else have this problem?
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I recently got a new ipod touch. My old ipod nano is synced to a mac computer at my mom's work. And my new ipod is synced to my pc computer at home. Is there a way i can get the songs from my old ipod to my new one?

I recently got a new ipod touch. My old ipod nano is synced to a mac computer at my mom's work. And my new ipod is synced to my pc computer at home. Is there a way i can get the songs from my old ipod to my new one?

Copy the music from Nano to computer by:
Recovering your iTunes library from your iPod or iOS device: Apple Support Communities
Then just sync to the new device
iTunes: Syncing media content to iOS devices and iPod

I cannot get my 1st generation iPod Nano to sync my new downloads from itunes on my macbook air. Is this possible or not?

I cannot get my 1st generation iPod Nano to sync my new downloads from itunes on my macbook air. Is this possible or not?

Are you noticed that there are replacement program for iPod Nano 1st gen?
I've had replace my iPod nano 1st with 8 Gb iPod Nano 6th gen last year.
Check this out --> http://www.apple.com/support/ipodnano_replacement/

My ipod nano was synced by itunes and removed all of my music and game files. I am in the process of adding my music back one cd at a time, but there is no history of tetris that I paid for from the itunes store. How can I get this game back for my ipod?

My ipod nano was synced by itunes and removed all of my music and game files, and replaced my music with my kids music that they have put into the current itunes library. My music is nowhere to be found on my computer, so now I am in the long, forever process of adding my music back one cd at a time, but there is no history of tetris that I paid for from the itunes store. How can I get this game back for my ipod?

Contact iTunes support and explain your situation to them. They may let you redownload it at no cost.
http://www.apple.com/support/itunes/contact.html
If they don't, I'm afraid you'll have to purchase it again. Sorry.
B-rock

I can't get my 4gig ipod nano to sync or restore settings.

I can't get my 4gig Ipod nano to sync or restore factory settings. My playlist is good and all songs have been checked and work right. I get an error for no disc found when I try to sync up with my songs even when ipod is in disc mode. When I try to restore the settings i get an error 1463 and it won't let me restore. So I am kind of a loss of what to do.
Anyone have any ideas?

This is the ipod touch forum.
Try posting in the ipod Nano forum.

What do I do if my iPod nano keeps syncing, resetting, and syncing and i cant add music to it? I've tried syncing my other iPod and that works just fine.

What do I do if my iPod nano keeps syncing, resetting, and syncing and I cant add music to it? I've tried syncing my other iPod and that works just fine.

If it is a lightning to 30 pin adaptor, and you have a 7th Generation Nano it has to fit the Nano.
This is lightning to 30 pin adapter: http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Apple%26%23174%3B---Lightning-to-30-Pin-Adapter/6651 936.p?id=1218803450821&skuId=6651936#tab=overview
Is this what you bought?
You need to contact Sony and see if they model you have is compatible with the docking adapter. It may not be.

What is the issue with windows 8 and getting my ipod Nano to sync?

Why am I having difficulty getting my ipod nano 5th gen to sync new songs from my windows 8 laptop?

First of all, why did you say yes to Nero Back up before researching what it does with files already on the HDD? When I install Nero, the Back Up is the first thing I disable, it is a nagging pain, there are much better backup programs available. There are several file recovery programs out there to recover deleted files, that is, if that is what happened. Also, if you haven't overwritten the files, so you should be able to find them.

Ipod nano not syncing with Windows 7

Just replaced my XP with Windows7. Downloaded ITunes and have downloaded my music from cloud. My IPod Nano is not shown on the screen, yet the battery charges. It seems that Dell has too many obstacles preventing music from syncing to nano. What needs to be disabled?

Hi mjhrtmnn!
Here is an article for you that will help you troubleshoot this issue with your iPod nano:
iPod not recognized in My Computer and in iTunes for Windows
http://support.apple.com/kb/ts1369
Thanks for being a part of the Apple Support Communities!
Regards,
Braden

IPod nano 3G syncs, disconnects, but won't re-connect.

_*Background info:*_
I've had my iPod nano (3rd gen) for about 9 months, and don't remember having a problem like this in the past. I hadn't used the nano for a while, but just recently added a new Serial ATA hard drive to my computer (replacing a parallel ATA hard drive), and now am wanting to use the nano more.
_*The problem I am having is this:*_
Now having a new hard drive, I had to reinstall iTunes and re-build my music library (had the mp3s backed up...).
So when I connect my iPod now, it seems to recognize it fine but it wanted to install my ENTIRE library - which is far too large to fit. It then gives me an error saying there's not enough space, and disconnects the iPod.
Now, I realize all I need to do is select the "Selected playlists" button under MUSIC tab when the iPod is connected, but here's the problem: the iPod will not RECONNECT when I choose that option and click "APPLY". Similarly, after it's sync'd (or attempted to, given the size issue), and disconnected, it will not re-sync either.
I also tried temporarily decreasing my library size so that it WOULD be able to install the whole library on the first go, as it's trying to do by default. This worked in that it sync'd fine and installed the entire (smaller) library, but I still have the issue where I can't change the settings under the MUSIC tab (to sync ONLY the selected playlists, not my entire music library) and click APPLY - it simply won't reconnect after sync'ing and disconnecting. The iPod, after disconnecting, appears to be on and the screen is lit, but it has the normal menu-browsing appearance, not the "CONNECTING/CONNECTED" appearance.
*Any idea why my iPod won't reconnect, or let me apply settings changes, after it's sync'd and disconnected in iTunes?*
_*Technical Info:*_
- Windows XP (on PC), Service Pack 2
- Serial ATA Hard Drive
- 4-port USB PCI card (to which I am connecting my iPod... I've tried connecting it to my 2 built-in USB ports, also - which don't work well; long story - but I have the same problem).
- iPod Nano 3rd Generation
- latest iTunes install (downloaded yesterday 9/18/08 from iTunes website)
- I don't get any 'exclamation point' errors in my Device Manager for USB/iPod connection.
- Finally, note that I did implement a 'fix' for my Serial ATA hard drive. Turns out that WinXP recognizes it as a Mass Storage Device, and hence, gives the "Safely Remove Hardware" icon in the system tray for my hard drive. I put a DWORD of "DisableRemovable" in my "nvatabus" folder (nVidia ATA bus; motherboard) in HKEYLOCALMACHINE \ SYSTEM \ CurrentControlSet \ Services. I don't think this would interfere w/ the iPod in anyway, but thought it was worth mentioning.
Thanks a lot,
Dan

Also, I just tried syncing media other than music, such as pictures. And the sync worked just fine. So it seems to be something going on with syncing music to my iPod nano.

IPod Nano freezing + Itunes issue

My Ipod nano 6th gen was working fine since i bought it until today - today when i tried to play the Nano on shuffle it would simply freeze. I could hear the clicks but nothing would happen - it wouldn't play and i couldn't move to another function. i would have to reset the Ipod to get access again. Same thing would happen when i tried to find a song individually - i access a song, click it and then frozen. at the same time as this issue comes up now my itunes cant see my ipod. my computer can see it just fine, just not my itunes.
any help is appreciated, thanks in advance.

Resetting the Nano was a good first step to solving the problem, but you may need to go a step further.
Open iTunes, and plug in the USB sync cable; leave it in. You'll see an option in the middle of the iTunes display that asks if you might want to restore the Nano. This will erase your playlists, but if you have them backed up with iTunes, that shouldn't be a problem. Let the Nano automatically enter your playlists and files; make sure the transfer is completely finished before detaching the cable.
Everything should be back to normal. Let me know how the intervention went, so I can make sure it went well. And others with a similar problem can refer to the data as well.

Is there any way of getting a 7th Gen iPod Nano to sync the same as older generaqtions

I have two problems with my new iPod Nano (7th Gen).
1. When synced, artwork either isn't loaded at all or the wrong artwork is loaded against the wrong artist.
2. When I play an album the songs are not played in the correct order, but shuffled automatically.
Can anybody suggest answeres to sorting these issues?
Frankly, if not, the 7th Gen Ipod is a serious regression - it feels more like a very old mp3 player!

The songs are still on her ipod.
They should transfer ok but make sure and use the same Apple ID that was used for the original purchase.
Connect the iPod to a computer, launch iTunes.
From the iTunes menu bar click File > Transfer Purchases From...
Make sure and backup the iTunes purchases > How to back up your media in iTunes
If this is an iPod touch read here > Downloading past purchases from the App Store, iBookstore, and iTunes Store

Ipod nano wont sync properly

My ipod nano will not sync when i try to apply new songs. It initiates the sync but then the computer freezes.. has this happened to anyone before?

What version of iTunes are currently running? To check, head to Help -> About iTunes. Make sure it is the latest version 10.6.3.
v10.6 had some issues with freezing while trying to sync content to your Nano.
B-rock

Mac Was Rebuilt and Nano Has Sync Issues

After my Macbook was rebuild because of system issues, all my songs on my Ipod Nano (8 GB) are of course SAFE. Once rebuilt, now Itunes is treat my Ipod Nano as if it was never used with this Macbook and it was!
This %$#$^ system now will not sync at ALL and I am stuck. These were my songs (purchases and CD Imports) and the software is asking to KILL all songs and start fresh or just transfer the purchases from the Itunes Store (about 30 songs).
This insanity. Whoever designed this sync process needs to be shot.
Is there a way around this?
If not, screw Mac! I am dumping my Nano for something that makes more sense.
Thanks!

Take a breather, get a drink, count to 10, throw salt over your left shoulder and start all over again.
Disconnect the iPod Nano from your computer.
Disconnect all other peripherals from your computer. Boot from your install disc & run Repair Disk from the utility menu. To use the Install Mac OS X disc, insert the disc, and restart your computer while holding down the C key as it starts up.
Select your language.
Once on the desktop, select Utility in the menu bar.
Select Disk Utility.
Select the disk or volume in the list of disks and volumes, and then click First Aid.
Click Repair Disk.
Restart your computer when done.
Repair permissions after you reach the desktop-http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=25751 and restart your computer.
Now getting in the IPOD it self via Finder is another story.
iPod not recognized in iTunes and Mac desktop
it states I should be able to see an Itunes folder in my Ipod.
No it doesn't. Re-read the article.
iPod Tutorials
iPod Manuals
iPod nano Troubleshooting Assistant
iPod Troubleshooting Assistant
Service Answer Center - iPod
U.S. iPod and Mac technical support: 1-800-APL-CARE (1-800-275-2273)

HT2305 I have a new computer with Windows 8 OS. Do I need to install drivers so that my Ipod Nano will sync with this new computer:

My daughter gave me a new Ipod (Nano) for Christmas. I had no problem download my songs from my old Ipod (Shuffle) to the new one. However - since I do not buy songs on a regular basis, I did not buy a new song until 4/29/13. Now for information...sometime in March my old laptop died, completely. I had to go buy a new one - which I did and this new one has Windows 8 Operating System on it (which I hate, btw).
Now, when I bout a song on Tuesday, the song did not go to my new Ipod. I tried everything and finally had to talk to a tech - who was very kind in helping me and we did get all my songs from Itunes to this new computer. I thought the song I bought would then go on the Ipod - but it did not. I had already hung up from the tech - since we had been talking on the phone for about an hour. He informed me that he was giving me a "courtesy break" because it has been over 90 days since my new Ipod was purchased ---- just my darn luck!
Anyway, I have figured out on my own that the new Ipod Nano is not synced with the new laptop with Windows 8. I have been trying for the last 2 hours to get it to do so and in doing so, found out that Windows 8 is not mentioned in any of the help forums. So...my question is: Do I need to install drivers on the computer or what? I will not be purchasing anymore music from Itunes until I get this matter resolved. Any help will be apreciated. Thank you.
Judy1942

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TS1410 My iPod Touch is not charging, nor is it syncing with my computer and iTunes. It will charge on the wall charger, and my wife's iPod Nano will sync on the computer. I did go in and reset my iPod back to factory settings, but still will not work. An

My iPod touch is not charging, nor is it syncing with my commputer and iTunes. It will charge on the wall charger, and in the car, but not on the computer. My wife's iPod Nano syncs on the computer. I went in and reset my iPod Touch back to factory settings and now it will not let me get in unless I sync to iTunes on my computer. Well, it still will not connect thru the USB cord. Does anyone know what I should do to get this corrected? I want my iPod back.

Have you seen and worked through the suggestions in this Apple support document?
iOS: Device not recognized in iTunes for Windows
If you have any questions about any of the steps, feel free to ask!
B-rock

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