Ipod Touch cannot be restored

My Ipod touch "cannot be restored" and says "unknown error -1" when  I try to update the software on it. I've reset factory settings in hopes that it would make a difference. Nothing. Help....

Error -1
Attempt to restore your iOS device two more times. If the issue is still unresolved, the device may need service.
The "device may need service" means a hardware problem. In that case make an appointment at the Genius Bar of an Apple store.
Apple Retail Store - Genius Bar
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-1 error
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    [email protected]
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    Update Server
    Try:
    - Powering off and then back on your router.
    - iTunes for Windows: iTunes cannot contact the iPhone, iPad, or iPod software update server
    - Change the DNS to either Google's or Open DNS servers
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    Try:
    - Powering off and then back on your router.
    - iTunes for Windows: iTunes cannot contact the iPhone, iPad, or iPod software update server
    - Change the DNS to either Google's or Open DNS servers
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    OpenDNS IP Addresses
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    Message was edited by: the fiend

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