Ipod shuffle doesnt get recognized by pc

only reason im posting this is because i feel stupid
i spend the last 2 hours trying to get my pc to recognize my ipod shuffle on itunes and no luck, i even called into apple but got a automated machine
so guys, make sure that your ipod shuffle is plugged ALL the way into the mini dock!!!!

try plugging it into a different computer if it works then your computer is messed up if not idk wat to tell u

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