Lost passcode and iPod restore not working?

I recently changed my iPod passcode to stop my brother interfering with my iPod. I then forgot what it was. So I looked online and was told how to restore my iPod. So I did. iTunes says it's restoring and all, and says it's complete but my iPod is still the same. Still has a passcode and all my songs. Why isn't it working?
*And is there a file somewhere in my computer telling me what it is? Like I've heard about.*

Welcome to the discussions,
I guess you restored from your backup and did not set it up "as new ipod". The settings for your passcode are stored in your backup as well. You will have to sync your music and data back after your ipod was erased. So be sure to transfer your purchases before.
Backing up and restoring: http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1414

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