ITunes doesn't see iPod (Vista 64-bit)

I connect the iPod touch to the computer and it charges, (duh-duh noise as if it's connected) but it doesn't appear in iTunes.
I have tried it on Windows XP pro SP3 64-bit partition on my computer, and on Windows Vista 32-bit laptop and both work fine.
However, here's a list of things that I've tried on Vista 64-bit to get it to work:
-Uninstalling and reinstalling iTunes, Quicktime, the bonjour service, apple mobile device support, apple software update, apple application support etc in the order stated by Apple on here. I have then even deleted all folders that weren't removed with the uninstall.
-Holding the power and home button on the touch itself to reset the settings.
-Forcing device manager to display iPod as USB controller.
-Stopping and starting the iPod service under 'Services'.
-Connecting in recovery mode.
-Updating iTunes and QuickTime etc.
-Changing USB cables
I've even tried connecting an iPhone to the computer (running Vista 64-bit OS) and that doesn't connect.
So I know it's something wrong on the OS and not the iPod or the cable. The computer's fine as the XP partition works fine with it.
Got any ideas?
Thanks in advance!

I do indeed install iTunes64-bit version. After much deliberation I decided to upgrade to Windows 7 to see if this fixed the problem before I did a complete re-install (as I didn't want to lose all my programs etc).
After I installed the Windows 7 upgrade (from Vista - Windows 7 just to clarify) it works perfectly. Installed first time with no problems.
I recommend this technique to anyone who can't figure it out and doesn't want to fork out an extra £240 for an iPod Touch again. It's a cheaper way of doing it anyway, if you pay for such software that is...

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