IPod Not Recognized by my Computer?

I am using a Windows 7 computer and my iPod is no longer recognized by my computer, or iTunes. It will charge, but not show up on iTunes or even make a sound that shows iTunes knows it's there. So all I get is the charging "ping". I have updated iTunes, restarted my computer, restarted my iPod but nothing seems to work. Can someone please help?

See:
iOS: Device not recognized in iTunes for Windows
I would start with
Removing and reinstalling iTunes, QuickTime, and other software components for Windows Vista or Windows 7
Run this to help if it identifies the cause
iTunes for Windows: Device Sync Tests
Have you tried on another computer to help determine if you have a computer or iPod problem?

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