IPod not always Recognized?!?

1 time in 5 (or so) my MacBook does not recognize that I have plugged my iPod Classic into it. I would not be concerned about this since I merely try it again and it has always worked. However, when I do unplug on those occasions I get an omonuous sounding error message reminding me to eject my iPod before unplugging it.
How can I eject it if it has not shown up in iTunes!!!!!????!!!
Could this really be a non-issue or is there something that needs to be fixed?
Thanks for any help.

It seems that even your iPod is not showing up on your desktop nor iTunes, but it actually does - thats why the warning window pop up, have a read of the following, not too sure but you may need to reinstall your iTunes, of course, faulty cable may be one of the reason
http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=60950

Similar Messages

  • Ipod is not always recognized

    Nano is not always recognized by computer and only recognized by itunes immediately after connecting (the device icon on the right goes away seconds after connection).  Any helps?

    I had this problem when I first got mine...but sorry, I don't remember what I did to fix it.
    I might of done something like go to start icon, then computer, then devices with removable storage, then did something from there. Try googling it and see if someone else had the same/simular problem.
    Sorry!

  • I have a 2006 ipod not being recognized by the latest version of itunes. Any solutions?

    I have a 2006 ipod not being recognized by the latest version of itunes. Any solutions?
    I can see and listen to all of my music from the ipod on my stereo or thru headphones but for some reason, itunes doesn't see this device.

    Hi sunsets123,
    Thanks for using Apple Support Communities.  This article has some troubleshooting steps that may help if iTunes is not recognizing your iPod classic:
    iPod not recognized in My Computer and in iTunes for Windows
    http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1369
    Cheers,
    - Ari

  • 3G iPod not being recognized on Mac OS 10.4.6

    Hello, I am asking if anyone knows/has had a problem with the 3G iPods not beign recognized by iTunes or Finder. This is an all of the sudden problem and has caught me by surprise. I have done the "R's" Apple suggest and still nothing. Could it be time to get a new one? If you know how I can fix thsi or has suggestiosn besides any of apples I am willign to try it.

    O, I am sorry for the wrong position for this topic. Although this topic should end because I figured out the problem this morning.
    It was by sheer trial that I tried to use USB cord opposed to the firewireone itried os many times. I dont remember reading anythign about this. Well sorry for misplacement.
    Sorry I kinda answered my own problems.My bad.

  • 2nd iPod not being recognized under devices

    3rd try! Sorry if it posts a number of times but it keeps saying can't post without a message.
    I have two iPod touch and two iPad2. I got the second iPod touch before the iPads. When I plug it in to sync ( all are on my account), iTunes lists the I
    Pod's name. But it always syncs to my iPod one unless I spend 30 min manually syncing.I don't have this problem with the two iPads. Tonight, I noticed on the computer that iTunes says it is supporting three devices not four, any thoughts on how to fix this? I am actually not wanting to sync the second iPod because it is so frustrating.

    Thanks,
    One is called Kimberly's iPod the other is Jenae's iPod. Jenae's iPod is the one not being recognized by the computer and has to keep being manually fixed, it won't sync automatically. Should I still try changing the name on iTunes and assume it didn't pick it up the first time.

  • IPod Not being recognized with all the software updates

    I've been without my iPod for a few weeks now and I desperately want it back. I dropped it a while back, and have come online to look up stuff to restore it, but none of that is working for me. I reset it by pressing "menu" and "Play" at the same time, then put it into disk mode by pressing the "ff" and "rwd" buttons together, but even in disk mode my computer is not recognizing it at all. The iPod screen says that it is in disk mode, and says it's okay to disconnect, but its not giving me the option to restore when I connect it to my computer and open the iPod updater.
    It also gives me the file folder w/ an exclamation point whenever i don't put it into disk mode. And the few times that my computer does pick up something the iPod updater flashes a message that says "Can't Mount iPod" and then the updater manually closes itself. Anyone know what to do?
    Thanks
    20GB with Dock Connector   Windows XP  

    For "Cant mount iPod" - please try the following first
    Click on Start=>Control Panel=>Admin Tools=>Computer Management=>Disk Management
    -- Right-Click on the iPod and select “change drive letter”
    -- Choose something further along in the alphabet that is unused (Usually, “M”, “N”, “O” or something similar)
    -- Safely eject the iPod
    -- Reboot the PC
    If still cant solve it then
    The Sad iPods icon, clicking sound or folder with an exclamation mark are the toughest problems to deal with, and must do a Restore in order to fix it. However, when your iPod is showing this icon, it is probably too late for your computer to recognize the iPod.
    1. Try these five steps (known as the five Rs) and it would conquer most iPod issues.
    http://www.apple.com/support/ipod/five_rs/
    2. Try to put the iPod into Disk Mode if it fails to appear on the desktop
    http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=93651
    Still can't see your iPod?
    Several things could keep iPod from appearing in iTunes or in the Desktop/Finder when you connect it to your PC/Mac. The most likely causes are listed below in logical order. Check from the top of the list to see if that is what's keeping iPod from appearing.
    3. Try to wait 30 minutes while iPod is charging.
    4. Try another known-good FireWire or USB through Dock Connector cable.
    5. Try another known-good FireWire or USB port on your computer .
    6. Try to disconnect all devices from your computer's FireWire and USB ports.
    7. Windows users having trouble with their iPods should locate a Mac user. We've found that in many cases when an iPod won't show up on a PC that it will show up on the Mac. Then it can be restored. When the PC user returns to his computer the iPod will be recognized by the PC, reformatted for the PC, and usable again. By the way, it works in reverse too. A Mac user often can get his iPod back by connecting it to a PC and restoring it.
    There are also some cases being reported that some unrecognized iPod being able to be erased with Linux, then reconnect the iPod with the original computer and do a Restore there.
    8. Try to do an Erase (Disk Utility) on a Mac computer or a format with a PC (Disk Management tool) but ensure you choose the right Drive (your iPod not your Hard Disk of your computer). You may need to plug and unplug your iPod with the computer for several attempts, and switching around Format and Restore, and hope out of sudden, it will get recognized.
    9. Diagnostic mode solution – which I copied from a thread of a post from thinktwice
    “Then I cam across this special Diganostics Mode that you can get to by resetting and then while the Apple is showing pressing the Select and backwards keys simultaneously. It bring up and weird Diagnostic utility witha a abunch of tests. Here is what I did
    - I tried the 5in1 test and got and error on Firewire.
    - I did the HDD R/W and surprisingly it passed.
    - I went on to the HDD scan. This supposedly tkaes acouple of minute so I waited. I think 4-5 dots appeared then nothing. The iPod started to get hot. THe disk was spinning away. After a while the battery got very low. THis test chews up the battery. So I escaped out by resetting and went to connect it to a power source.
    My USB was dangling out of my computer and I was too lazy to get the Firewire AC adapter thing going so I connected expecting the whole lockup thing with iTunes. Surprise. IT was recognized immediately and has been working like a champ. So go figure.
    Details on Diag mode can be found at http://www.methodshop.com/mp3/ipodsupport/diagnosticmode/index.shtml
    10. Let me ask you a question, if an iPod with no iPod software with it. When your connect it with a computer, what would happen?
    Yeah, the computer will treat it as a fresh external hard disk, which will get force mounted, the computer will ask you to format the iPod. It does not really matter the format is completed or not, the key is to erase (or partly) the corrupted iPod software on the iPod, after that the computer will recognize it.
    Once it has been completed, eject your iPod, open the iPod updater and interestingly, you will able to do the Restore this time.
    Base on the above, that's why I suggest Windows users who experience trouble with their iPods should locate a Mac machine or vice versa. PC computer will not recognize a Mac formatted iPod, but it will get mounted in an attempt to format your iPod.
    11. Put your iPod in disk mode and plug with a computer, and have a boot of your computer using the Mac OS or XP startup disks, hope that your iPod will be seen on Mac's Disk utility and allow you to do a Erase there. Or, under the XP, you will be able to find your iPod there for you to do a Restore.
    But, if none of these steps address the issue, your iPod may need to be repaired. You can arrange for service at the iPod Service Website.
    I have just read an interesting solution about the Sad iPod, it does make sense but the warranty will be waived once you open the iPod, I would not do it myself as I am not good on doing this
    http://discussions.apple.com/thread.jspa?threadID=412033&tstart=0
    Pictures and instructions of how to open the iPod case for battery replacement
    http://www.kokopellimusic.us/KM_instructions.htm

  • Ipod not being recognized

    I have an ipod touch second gen. and I downloaded itunes v.10 2 weeks ago I think, and when I plugged my ipod in, it said it was being recognized as a camera and I disconnected it. Now whenever I plug it in, it's not recognized anywhere on my computer. I've tried uninstalling and re-installing itunes and I plugged it in to my brothers computer (he has v.10 too) and it worked? I did a software update hoping it would fix my problem, but still nothing. Help please?

    Connect your ipod. When you go to My Computer and look for Devices with Removal Storage. Do you see your device?
    If not, go to [iPod not recognized and Windows Device Manager is empty|http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1496].
    If it is there go to [iPod not recognized in 'My Computer' and in iTunes for Windows|http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1496]

  • Ipod not being recognized on the system, not getting reset,retry,restore,..

    hi all
    my ipod is not being recognized on the system..
    i dont know wat is the problem
    i tried the 5 Rs thing and i didn't get any king of result..
    i dont know wat to do
    please someone who could find a solution for this please reply and send me the solutions
    thanks..
    bye.

    See this...
    Windows Does Not Recognize iPod
    btabz

  • Ipod not being recognized by windows computer

    I have a video Ipod and a older nonclick wheel type Ipod. Neither one will connect to my computer. Although last week they connected without any problem. Also my wife's Ipod mini connects correctly. I've uninstalled Itunes and reinstalled it. I reinstalled the drivers for the 'Mass storage usb device' in the device manager. I've reset my Ipods.What should I do next?

    Have you had a chance to look at these troubleshooting pages? They may be of some help:
    iPod missing in My Computer and in iTunes
    iPod is not recognized properly by computer when USB drivers are not installed properly or are out of date
    Microsoft Support - A computer that is running Windows XP cannot detect a USB thumb drive, an Apple iPod, or an external hard disk drive
    If you are using a laptop, this page might help: iPod not recognized when connected to Windows laptop over USB

  • Ipod not being recognized by the emac

    My 20 GB photo/color ipod was not working, so it was suggested that the ipod get a new hard drive. After installing the new hard drive the ipod will not turn on and keeps returning to disk mode. When I plug it into the computer, it is still not showing up at all on itunes or my desktop. It only gives me the screen with a check mark that says OK to disconnect. What should i do to get the ipod to successfully turn on and be recognized by the computer? Do i just need a new battery?

    Hi sunsets123,
    Thanks for using Apple Support Communities.  This article has some troubleshooting steps that may help if iTunes is not recognizing your iPod classic:
    iPod not recognized in My Computer and in iTunes for Windows
    http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1369
    Cheers,
    - Ari

  • IPod not being recognized by computer or charger

    Well i have a white 60GB ipod video. Never had any problems till last night. When i plugged my usb cable with wall adapter to charge it while i was listening to music, the ipod would not recognize the cable, and said some kind of error like "Unable to recognize firewire component" BUT the USB cable was plugged in, and i do not have firewire. I checked the power adapter, it was USB.
    Now my ipod will not be recognized to charge by the power wall charger or the computer itself. Only thing i can think of is the cable itself has a problem but wnated to check with u guys first.
    I put ipod in disk mode, and that did not solve anything, still unable to be recognized with cable plugged in. Any ideas?

    See the not-charging topic of:
    iPod touch: Hardware troubleshooting
    Have you tried another cable?
    Another charging source? Does iTunes see the iPod when you connect to your computer?
    Look at the dock connector on the iPod. Look for abnormalities like bent or corroded contacts, foreign material and cracked or broken plastic.
    BTW, there is not 5G iPod touch. The current one is still the 4G iPod touch

  • 5th generation IPOD not being recognized by my Macbook

    I recently purchased an Ipod Touch and it works fine. Now my 5th gen video Ipod is not being recognized by my macbook. I've tried it all restart, disk mode, checked the cable, switchd the port but nothing seems to help. It just does not appear on my macbook it will charge on a home or car charger but not through my mac book as if it doesn't exist!!
    Please help Thank you

    What have you tried so far in terms of troubleshooting? Did he give you the cable that was originally included witht the Shuffle? I ask because if you are using a 3G/4G cable it will not work with the 2G Shuffle.
    Have you worked through all the sugguestions here as necessary?
    iPod not recognized in iTunes and Mac desktop
    B-rock

  • Ipod not being recognized...Windows XP Mass Storage Problem

    I'm like many of you who installed the new Itunes 7 and is having the same connection problems. My 30g video Ipod will not be recognized on my laptop and itunes. I believe my usb cord is working properly because when I connect my ipod into the laptop it charges.
    I've tried everything that was said on this forum: the five r's, disk mode, updating drivers, etc.
    But I was wondering: I have the iCarPlay FM Transmitter Has anyone noticed, that when they connect their ipod into it, a error pops up on the screen: "USB Connection and Firmwire are not compatible"...something along that line. And now when I connect my ipod, the sound is absoultely terrible! It only comes out of one speaker in my car. My friend owns an ipod nano and hers works perfectly with my transmitter.
    Now my other question: I don't see my ipod in the device manager...but I do see is Mass Storage Controller highlighted with a big yellow exclamtion triangle. I click on it and try to install from the ipod cd and nothing happens, I can't even uninstall it. Do you think that's my ipod not working?
    Also, I've tried connecting my ipod to my two computer desktops and it's not recognized either and I also tried connecting my ipod to my sister's Mac computer and nothing happens.
    Any other suggestions to help my ipod? When the heck is Apple going to respond with a new update?
    I should of just bought the Zune instead of the iPod!
    Dell Inspiron 700m   Windows XP   laptop

    Follow the instructions in this link: http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=305136 Even if there are no updates available, follow the instructions to reload your USB driver. After that, go into Device Manager, right click on your iPod and reformat it (FAT32). After this go into iTunes and Restore your iPod.
    "I should of just bought the Zune instead of the iPod!"
    I know you are frustrated, but statements like this don't exactly motivate others here to help you. And if you think that would solve your problem, go to the Zune discussion groups.

  • Malfunctioning iPod, not being recognized by the computer. Why?

    Ok, yesterday I wanted to update my iPod so I plugged it in and I got an error message about my USB malfunctioning and then my ipod was frozen on "do not disconnect". I unfroze it and tried again. Same thing. Then I changed ports and same problem. I kept unfreezing and got rid of the songs I added thinking they might be messing it up. I plugged it in and I thought it was fine. When I checked it the next day when I wanted to use it all my songs were gone. I plugged it back in, restored the iPod settings and it still doesn't recognize it. Its telling me "iTunes cannot read the contents of the iPod '__ iPod'. Go to the summary tab in iPod preferences to restore settings it the factory settings." It won't let me restore, though because of an unknown error. What is the problem and how do I fix it?

    Have you had a chance to look at these troubleshooting pages? They may be of some help:
    iPod missing in My Computer and in iTunes
    iPod is not recognized properly by computer when USB drivers are not installed properly or are out of date
    Microsoft Support - A computer that is running Windows XP cannot detect a USB thumb drive, an Apple iPod, or an external hard disk drive
    If you are using a laptop, this page might help: iPod not recognized when connected to Windows laptop over USB

  • BD-re not always recognized in PS3

    I find about every third time I burn a project onto TDK BD-re media with Encore using the Pioneer 202 burner the disc will not be recognized by the PS3.
    However I can then burn data on the same disc with Nero 8. This will be recognized by the PS3. When I reburn the project in Encore on this same disc, it will usually work.
    I have had to go through this process multiple times. Is there a bug in Encore where it does not always properly erase a BD-re?

    hammer3 wrote:
    I read somewhere in a posting for related issues that I should disable Device Manager, which I did. I'll try enabling it.
    No no no.... Disable the power management options using the Windows device manager.  Big difference
    Jeff

Maybe you are looking for

  • How to find the id of the node given the path using connect by?

    I have a table like this: CREATE TABLE tab1 (Id INTEGER, Name VARCHAR2(100), ParentId INTEGER) Let's say I have the following rows: Id name ParentId 1 X NULL 2 Y 1 3 Z 2 4 A 3 Now, given the path /X/Y/Z/A, I need to return 4 Is it possible to achieve

  • Map deployed but don't see the package in database

    Hi I deployed a map that has a flat file as a source and a table as a target. But I don't see the package in database. What object would this kind of map be in the database? Thanks Sozy

  • Problem using downloaded fonts in photoshop elements10

    I downloaded some fonts and was using them in photoshop elements 10 and shut down the program and restarted. When I opened the document that I was working on it said that those fonts where not available (not sure of the exact wording). Ever since the

  • Diashow auf DVD

    Hat jemand Erfahrung damit, eine Diashow mit Photoshop Elements 4.0 zu erstellen und dann mit Premiere Elements 2.0 auf DVD zu brennen? Bei mir dauert das für eine 15-minütige Diashow mehr als sechs Stunden. Ich bin an einem Erfahrungsaustausch inter

  • Rollover effects in custom JTableHeader

    My application requires JTable to have headers that span multiple columns. As this feature does not have native support in JTableHeader, the only way I am aware to achieve this functionality is to create a subclass of JTableHeader, and a subclass of