Issue with sync ipod classic

I just downloaded the newest version of itunes and now my ipod classic will not sync. I get an error message stating that I dont have the disk to do what I'm trying to, or something like that..... Help!

If you are using Windows XP, what is the drive ID of the iPod?
Right click on my computer
select manage
select drive manager
right click on the ipod drive
change the drive letter to F or something, other than what is used.
DONE
Have a nice day!

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