My ipod touch charges when connected to computer but doesnt show in iTunes or My Computer? Please Help

My ipod touch 4th generation was just working fine. now it wont show up in itunes or computer. i have literally tried everything known to man. i unistalled then reinstalled itunes, i tried each USB port on my laptop, i restored my ipod to its original settings, i tried 2 different cords and each time nothing changed. my ipod charges when its connected to itunes so i have no idea what it could be. somebody please help.

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