Itunes 7 does not recognize my ipod

when i hook my ipod into my computer, the computer recognizes that my ipod is there. it makes the ding sound that windows makes when u add or remove hardware and the ipod shows up in my computer. When i go to update it with itunes 7 though, itunes does not seem to know that my ipod is there. it shows no signs of recognizing my ipod. what can i do to fix this?

Remove iTunes, reinstall iTunes.
Do you use a cable to connect ipod?
Is your ipod recognized on a other computer?

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