My ipod will connect to my computer but it wont come up in itunes. What should i do?
When i plug my ipod into the computer it comes up as being connected. However, when i open itunes, it doesn't show my ipod. What could be the problem?
Welcome to the discussions,
Did you check if Apple Mobile Device Service is installed? http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1567
USB drivers installed properly? http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1538
Did you try to connect in recovery mode? http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1808
More on unexpected freezes here: http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1421
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