IPod not recognized. says"USB device not recognized and has malfunctioned

I just bought an iPod nano from one of my friends and i got the usb cord off of ebay. when i connect my ipod to my computer. it says usb device not recognized. i've installed software and everything. i've downloaded iTunes and all the ipod software i can find including the updater and other downloads from apple. PLEASE HELP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

After switching to a Nano, my Dell pocket DJ is having the same problem you are describing. I can't tell what the fix is but I plan on purchasing a new USB as I suspect that may be the problem.

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