IPod touch 3rd gen 32GB wont recognize on iBook

i have a iPod touch 3rd gen 32G running ios 4.2.1. recently it will not work when pluged into my iBook G4's usb ports and i have tried using multiple sync cables. it will do nothing when i plug in the ipod into the usb ports on the side of the iBook, which are working as i have tried other usb devices on the ports and they work, it doesn't even charge the touch. please help!

thanks Jimhdk for the response, this article did not help as i have tried all them steps and it still doesn't work i might just take it to my nearest apple store.

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