My ipod classic charges but cannot connect?!

Whenever i connect my ipod classic to the comp it charges but it immediately says "ejecting" and then "ok to disconnect" i have tried many usb ports on my usb hub and none of them works. What do i do?

Hello awks888,
And welcome to Apple Discussions!
I don't have very many suggestions for you, but the ones I do have are worth a shot. Have you tried manually forcing the iPod into *Disk Mode* while connected to your computer. This may help your iPod stay mounted long enough for you to Restore it via iTunes.
[Putting iPod into Disk Mode|http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1363]
If that doesn't do any good, try connecting and restoring the iPod on a different computer if at all possible. This will also help you determine if the problem lies with your iPod or with your computer itself.
B-rock

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