My iPod classic wont unlock the hold button isn't on the screen is frozen and iTunes won't recognize it as being plugged in so I can restore it what do I do ?

My iPod wont work

Hi Jazzy-maria,
If you are having issues with your iPod Classic not responding, you may want to try the steps listed in the following Troubleshooting Assistant:
Apple Support: iPod Classic Troubleshooting Assistant
http://www.apple.com/support/ipod/five_rs/classic/
Cheers,
- Brenden

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