IPod won't appear on desktop

When I plug in my iPod, it doesn't appear on the desktop. How can I find it?
Thanks,
Joanne

To enable disc mode, open itunes, connect your iPod, it should show itself in the source pane and open up it's own page with a picture of itself at the top. The page is divided into three sections; iPod, Version and Options. In the Options section check the box that says "enable disc use" Your iPod will now appear as icon on the desktop. You will need to eject it manually each time though, either in iTunes or by dragging it to the trash.
If your iPod isn't even appearing in iTunes you may need to do a reset.

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