ITunes won't read iPod...

When I connect my iPod to the computer the computer recognizes it but iTunes does not and therefore I cannot update my iPod. I didn't tinker with the software beforehand, unless a Spy Sweeper sweep deleted a crucial component of the process, which I would find hard to beleive. I've tried every troubleshooting method this site has to offer and still no luck. The only clue I have to what the problem may be is that a window displaying the "searching flashlight" icon, searching for Autoplay. I downloaded the Autoplay fixer, then Autoplay, and still nothing. Can someone out there help me??

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why won't itunes read my ipod touch

Okay, this may be an issue with your iPod. It is very rare, but the iPhone may have corrupted due to a software glitch or perhaps being dropped etc. In a last-ditch attempt to get it working. You could try reformatting your iPod Touch by going into settings > general > reset and clicking " erase all content and settings". I would do this only if you have backed up your iPod and iTunes before. Once you've done this, re-sync with iTunes, and set up the iPod Touch as a backup of your old iPod-that way all your old content (music, photos and apps) will be reloaded onto your iPod Touch.
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*Disable wite-behind caching*
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I am also having the same problem with about 200 of my MP3s. The tag info shows up perfectly using QuickLook on Leopard, but in iTunes I can't see any of the info. I have tried converting the ID3 tag version, revesing the unicode....nothing.
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Itunes won't "read" because it was created by a newer version of itunes

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What is the "it" you are talking about? If you do not want music loss, why don't you have a back up?

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Hi there - I am desperate for help with my ipod!
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ITunes won't read my iPod Classic, but Windows does; tried many solutions!

Hey Apple Support Community,
I wasn't sure whether this post belonged in the iPod forum or the iTunes forum as the matter concerns both, so I decided to post in both forums. My apologies if this is 'spammy'. (iPod forum is a little old anyway).
I just dug up my 6 year old iPod Classic from the grave and would like to start using it again as my HTC's headphone jack is extremely faulty lately. My iPod Classic is completely empty - I have no music, no photos, nor videos on it.
My problem is that on my Windows 8 Laptop, Windows is able to read the iPod, however, iTunes cannot. I went over to the Support page and tried almost every recommended solution out there, and nothing seems to work.
I have:
Tried different USB ports
Performed a Restore/Recovery after selecting 'Format' from Windows ExplorerIt is interesting to note that, whilst iTunes doesn't read the iPod normally, it did show up in the button (Spotlight button?) next to the iTunes button when performing a Restore
Uninstalled and Reinstalled every Apple application and program from my Laptop, including iTunes, Mobile Support, Bonjour, and more, and also, deleting any remaining folders related to Apple.
I have tried alternatives to iTunes such as CopyTrans and Syncios, but all seem to fail.
Troubleshooted my iPod various times
Restarted any Apple related Service as well as any Processes from Task Manager
Searched for Updates on Device manager -> Apple Driver and everything is up to date
It's worth pointing out that:
When opening the iPod folder in Windows Explorer (after enabling Hidden Folders), inside the 'iPod_Control' folder, there is no 'Music' folder; not sure if this is intentional or simply because there is no music file on my iPod.
The Software Version (which displays prior selecting 'Restore') is 2.0.1. If this is outdated, the option to Update Software is greyed out and unavailable.
My iTunes is up to date.
iTunes does tend to freeze up when attempting to read the device, but is perfectly fine after a while, it just does not display the device (implying it must have failed to detect it).
It is the first time using iTunes on this laptop (laptop is 4 months old), and has never had an Apple Device connected to it before.
iPod and iTunes used to work fine 6 years ago on a different PC which is no longer at me.
If anyone could shed some light on this problem, I would greatly appreciate it. Please do not hesitate for any further information related to both iPod or Laptop.

Hey, thanks for your reply. I ran Diagnostics and the results are as follows:
Retracts: 38
Reallocs: 56
Pending Sectors: 8
PowerOn Hours: 165
Start/Stops: 12666
Temp: Current 29C
Temp: Min 15C
Temp: Max 52C
I heard that a large number of Reallocs is bad; not sure if 56 qualifies as a large number. Would this somehow interfere with iTunes not being able to read the iPod?
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ITunes won't recognize iPod Nano (1GB, 1st generation)

I have been having problems Sync'ing my iPod nano with iTunes, however, the more I read help articles and follow the steps, the worse the problem gets. (I'm on a PC using Windows XP)
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I emptied my Temp directory and restarted...
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Microsoft Windows XP Professional Service Pack 2 (Build 2600)
INTEL_ D945GCL_
iTunes 7.3.2.6
iPodService 7.3.2.6 is currently running.
iTunesHelper 7.3.2.6 is currently running.
Current user is an administrator.
The current local date and time is 2007-08-30 11:53:26.
Connected Storage Devices:
Unidade de disco, MAXTOR STM3160211AS, Bus Type ATA, Bus Address [0,0]
Unidade de disco, MAXTOR STM3160211AS, Bus Type ATA, Bus Address [0,0]
Unidade de disco, Apple iPod USB Device, Bus Type USB
Universal Serial Bus Controllers:
Standard Universal PCI to USB Host Controller. Device is working properly.
Standard Universal PCI to USB Host Controller. Device is working properly.
Standard Universal PCI to USB Host Controller. Device is working properly.
Standard Universal PCI to USB Host Controller. Device is working properly.
Standard Enhanced PCI to USB Host Controller. Device is working properly.
No IEEE 1394 Host Controller found.
Connected Device Information:
IPOD (H:\), iPod nano running firmware version 1.3.1
All green lights, and as you can see, according to iTunes, NO PROBLEM! Except that it won't recognize the iPod that the disgnistics says exists and reads... ?!?!?!
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My IPod Nano will charge when connected to my computer but it won't come up on My Computer or iTunes. So I can't update the songs. I've already tried reseting the iPod. Does anybody know what I can do to fix it.

ITunes won't reconize iPod is connected

Okay, my computer realizes my iPod is connected. I can go into the iPod itself from My Computer, explore the folders, so on and so forth. But iTunes won't reconize it's connected. anybody know how to fix this? Another problem I'm having has to do with my iPod itself. All my iTunes store bought music skips about half way through each song. How do i fix this problem as well?

If you're using USB port 1.1 (as opposed to 2.0), it could have a slower transferring/recognizing/processing speed.
Have you tried the The Five R's? For more info, read here, and here.
If that doesn't help, I would now suggest assigning your iPod a different drive letter. Follow these instructions here:
Log off of any other users on your computer.
1 - Don’t plug in your iPod yet (eject and disconnect it now if it is already plugged in to your computer).
2 - Go to "START -> Control Panel -> Admin Tools (if you don't see this, click on "classic view" button on the left panel) -> Computer Management."
3 - Click on the "Disk Management" button in the left panel area.
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5 - Right-click on your iPod's listing there (after a few moments when it gets recognized in this drive window), and click on "Change Drive letter and Paths". Then the "Change..." button.
Here's what it should look like:
Assign your iPod the letter "M" "N", "O" or the like (further along in the alphabet).
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If your iPod isn't being recognized in the "Disk Management" view area, then try connecting your iPod in Disk Mode.
-Kylene
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ITunes won't recognize iPod after trying to update to iOS 5?

Today I tried updating to iOS 5, and I had to update to iTunes 10.5, so while the update was downloading, I left my room, when I came back, iTunes said it was finished and I then decided to update my iPod to iOS 5.I had then decided to leave my room and when I came back, iTunes wasn't running anymore and my iPod had the "USB to iTunes" screen, so I tried plug in my iPod to my computer and since I'm on Windows XP, it then gave me the error noise and said that this driver didn't exsist, so I tried updating my drivers and it ended up not working, so then I tried re-installing iTunes 10.5 and then I got another message saying "Bonjour Services failed to install" then it said "Bonjour Services failed to start" then later in the installation it said "Apple Mobile Support failed to Start"
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Same here: junk Apple upgrade has stopped me accessing many apps. It appears to have stalled out.
Is this the Steve Jobs legacy?
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ITunes won't recognize iPod - Extreme frustration!

So iTunes won't recognize my new IPod Video. It works fine with my kids' shuffle, mini and 4th gen but when I connect my new iPod I just get a window with: "iTunes cannot read the contents of the ipod "IPOD". Use the IPOD Software Updater Application to restore the IPOD to factory settings"
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Merry Christmas.
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hi everyone,
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