Itunes Won't Format Ipod

I posted this in another section but as it's about installing I thought I would post here.
I was forced to reinstall itunes because of a problem and now itunes won't format my ipod, it tries to and then is forced to close. Anyone any ideas?
Thanks

Here are a couple of tips and threads on the 1628 error; perhaps one will help:
Error 1628: "Failed to complete script based install"
http://answers.google.com/answers/threadview?id=717172
and a more generic set of tips:
Trouble installing iTunes or QuickTime software in Windows
Hope this helps.

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