My ipod nano 4th generation will not connect to my windows vista computer.

I am attempting to add new songs to the nano but it is not recognized by my computer.

The following may help: iOS: Device not recognized in iTunes for Windows

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Oh, so the iPad DOES work fine connected to the same computer and the same port. I thought you said it did not in the first post, but maybe you got that working (or I misunderstood before).
NOTE: When things are working properly, the shuffle will not appear in Windows Explorer (except when actively syncing), unless you have Enable disk use turned on for the shuffle. So not seeing it in Windows Explorer may not be a problem.
Is this shuffle a new purchase... so it did not previously work for you on this computer? If so, make sure that the shuffle end of the USB cable is fully inserted into the headphones jack. The fit can be tighter than expected, and it may seem connected, but is not. For a surprising number of people, this was the problem.
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When you connect the shuffle, does its light on the shuffle do anything?

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My ipod nano 4th generation will not turn on or charge. It is just sitting (frozen) at a black (blank) screen. What do I do?

Hello, HJA-heartgirl.
There are a couple things you can try to troubleshoot this issue. Below, I have included a couple articles that will help you troubleshoot your iPod.
How to reset iPod
http://support.apple.com/kb/ht1320
iPod nano (4th generation) Troubleshooting Assistant
http://www.apple.com/support/ipod/five_rs/nano4gen/
Regards,
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My ipod will not charge when connected to my dock or my computer. I will play when connected to both. I have tried both USB ports, checked the connections on my dock (power light is on) and it will just not charge.

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Using the USB cord in different locations is a great way to help isolate this kind of issue. Since you have done that, the next step I would recommend is testing a different USB cable with the device.
Check out this info from the article named Archived - iPod's battery doesn't charge found here http://support.apple.com/kb/ta44551
Faulty cable
If something is wrong with the FireWire or USB cable that came with iPod, it may not supply any power to charge the battery. Note: Only iPod models with a Click Wheel can get power from a high-powered USB port using the supplied cable (includes iPod mini, iPod (Click Wheel), iPod photo, iPod with color display, iPod nano, and Fifth Generation iPod).
Make sure you are using the cable that came with iPod. Some third-party cables may not work properly with iPod.
Make sure nothing is in or blocking your computer's FireWire or USB ports.
Check the connections to make sure the cable is completely plugged in.
Try another known-good FireWire or USB cable if available.
If this resolves the issue your FireWire or USB cable needs to be replaced. You can arrange for replacement at theiPod Service Website.
And this part as well:
Faulty dock connector or FireWire port on iPod
If something is wrong with iPod's FireWire or Dock Connector port, it may not supply power to iPod.
Make sure nothing is in or blocking iPod's FireWire or Dock Connector port.
Check the connection to make sure the FireWire or Dock Connector cable is completely plugged in.
If this did not resolve the issue iPod needs to be repaired. You can arrange for repair at the iPod Service Website.
Regards,
Sterling

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- Power off and then back on your router
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- iOS: Recommended settings for Wi-Fi routers and access points
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Try this first:
Apple - Support - iPod Troubleshooting Assistant
If that does not work, use this:
Putting iPod into Disk Mode
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Hope this helps.
~Julian

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Hey CorineNL,
If your iPod not recognized by iTunes or computer, I would follow the directions here:
Follow this troubleshooting assistant.
Also see these articles for further assistance:
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from: iPod nano (6th generation): Hardware troubleshooting
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS3474
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Hey Biglou1,
Thanks for the question, and welcome to Apple Support Communities.
I understand that your iPod nano(3rd generation) is not recognized in iTunes. The following troubleshooting assistant may provide a resolution:
Apple - Support - iPod - iPod nano (3rd generation) Troubleshooting
http://www.apple.com/support/ipod/five_rs/nano3gen/
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