IPod Shuffle disappeared from iTunes and computer

I did a silly thing...while charging, my ipod shuffle the charging light was blinking. Booklet said that it meant it was using it as an external data storage disc. It asked if I wanted it to, I said no. Now it has disappeared from my iTunes and from my Computer. I've reset it. Don't want to restore it and lose my songs on it (it says to backup first, but how can I when I can't find it on my computer?). I'm thinking to reinstall itunes program. Important Question, if I do that, will I lose all the songs in my itunes library? I've checked all my USB hubs in Device Manger, they all appear to be working, yet none show ipod. Help please and thanks! Denise

what file do you mean? My entire library is still there and working on iTunes. My iPod still has all it's songs and still plays on its own. itunes program just doesn't show that ipod is connected to it. Anyone else know? Thanks, D.

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