Need help wit ipod 80gb classic stuck on red x icon

When i turn my IPOD on, the apple comes up, although it goes straight to an error screen wit a red X icon in a red circle. It says to go to www.apple.com/support/ipod. I did this and followed all directions it said trying to surf and find different ways to fix it. I have tried using the page that says to manually put it into disc mode, which is one part of directions to fixing the error red X, by toggling the hold button on and off. It says to keep it in hold mode and turn the IPOD back on, it will not come on though.I also tried turning the hold button off to try setting to dis mode that way, but no success. I tried setting on flat surface and using separate fingers, i was wondering if there is any other way to fix this. my warranty is in effect until December 23, 2008. I would rather have a quick way to fix it, if it is at all possible. Any help will be appreciated, thanks¿
Symptoms
You may experience an issue on your iPod where the iPod will show a red "X" icon on the display as shown below:
Products Affected
iPod
Resolution
Restore iPod from Disk Mode
1. Disconnect iPod from your computer.
2. Manually put iPod into Disk Mode as explained in support document 93651.
3. Open the latest version of iTunes and connect iPod.
4. Restore iPod as explained in support document 60983.
Setup Service for iPod
If you cannot force your iPod into disk mode and restore it, then your iPod may need service. Click one of the links below to setup an iPod Service Request online or make a reservation at the Genius Bar before visiting your local Apple Retail Store.
* Apple Retail Store
* iPod Service Request Online

I have exactly the same problem and the same model. I bought my iPod almost a year ago and i dont have much warranty time left. I also cant get to disk mode...
Can anybody help us?

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