My Ipod nano won't show up in ITunes but my ipod touch does. Help!!

Why can't my Ipod nano connect to itunes?

Hello Ron,
I would be concerned too if my iPod nano was not recognized by iTunes. I recommend reviewing this article for steps to take when your iPod is not recognized:
iPod not appearing in iTunes
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS3716
Thank you for using Apple Support Communities.
Best,
Sheila M.

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You can try putting it into disk mode to see if it makes it easier on iTunes to recognize it.
To put your iPod into disk mode:
1) make sure your hold switch is OFF (NO ORANGE SHOWING)
2) hold the menu button and the center button at the same time for about 6-10 seconds until you see an apple logo
3) AS SOON AS you see the apple logo, release the two buttons and hold down center and play/pause
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Hey yall, at one point I had this problem and tryed these things>>> Try putting the white cord into a different USB port.(make sure that it is not dusty(blow in it to clear it out)). The day I got my ipod nano my computer had been on and would do it(very slow) so try restarting computer and then different USB port. You may also try resetting your iPod nano if you cant fix it. To reset turn hold switch on and then off and then hold the center butten and the MENU butten together for 6 to 10 sec. Hope this helps! Let me know!

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See
iOS: Device not recognized in iTunes for Windows
- I would start with
Removing and Reinstalling iTunes, QuickTime, and other software components for Windows XP
or
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However, after your remove the Apple software components also remove the iCloud Control Panel via Windows Programs and Features app in the Window Control Panel. Then reinstall all the Apple software components
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- Run this and see if the results help with determine the cause
iTunes for Windows: Device Sync Tests
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iPod not recognised by windows iTunes
Troubleshooting issues with iTunes for Windows updates

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Don't have time to spell check so I hope I don't sound stupid!

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Hi there woodjm4,
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http://support.apple.com/kb/ts1538
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