Ipod not recognized or being installed correctly on windows?

My ipod is not being recognized by windows, have uninstalled itunes, checked the USB etc.... to no avail, the charge symbol is also not showing when plugged in, but it still charges, HELP?

Have your tried to [*_RESET and/or RESTORE*|http://www.apple.com/support/ipod/fivers/ipod5gen/#] your iPod? If not then please try that. Make sure that you have plugged your iPod into a wall outlet to charge for at least 4 hours in case the battery is low before you try to RESET/RESTORE.
If the above does not work then I would suspect a failed internal battery.
Axel F.

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