IPod shows up on desk top but not in iTunes

I have a 3rd gen. iPod it shows up on my desktop but my iTunes no longer recognizes it, i've try reinstalling iTunes, resting, restoring, and updating my iPod but all is for not, Suggestions?

http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=61937
You may need to upgrade your system.

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