My iPod isn't being detected by my PC

I've been wanting to restore my iPod but my computer won't detect the device. So I have tried DFU mode and recovery mode but my PC just doesn't seem to detect the device even being there. I really don't know what the problem is... and I've tried the solutions in this article http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1538 but nothing there seemed to work.

Did you do everything here:
iOS: Device not recognized in iTunes for Windows (You said yes)
Including
Removing and Reinstalling iTunes, QuickTime, and other software components for Windows XP
or
Removing and reinstalling iTunes, QuickTime, and other software components for Windows Vista or Windows 7
New cable and different USB port?
Runs this and see if the results help with determine the cause
iTunes for Windows: Device Sync Tests
Try on another computer to help determine if computer or iPod problem
Last
- Make an appointment at the Genius Bar of an Apple store.
Apple Retail Store - Genius Bar

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