My Iphone 2g is not recognized by my computer

My iphone 2g has been deactivated since I got a new iphone 3gs. I would like to give my old iphone to my niece, but it seems the old iphone is not even recognized by the computer as new hardware nor will it charge with my usb/wall charger combo. (Actually, if you leave it plugged in over night it does charge with it, but it doesn't make the charging sound or have the charging icon showing). Still, my biggest concern is that it may not be able to sync to itunes to reactivate if the computer doesn't recognize it. In addition, it will charge just fine with a car charger. This problem actually began before I bought my new phone. I would have to plug and unplug the usb cable several times before it was finally recognized by the computer or the wall charger. I'm thinking there could be a problem with the usb connection on the phone. Any ideas?

http://support.apple.com/kb/ts1591

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