New iMac doesn't play nice with 2nd gen nano-- help!

I have a brand-new iMac just bought a few weeks ago (running 10.5.6 and iTunes version 8), and I'm having a problem getting it to talk to my 2nd generation nano. When I connect the nano, I get this message:
"An iPod has been detected, but it could not be identified properly. Please disconnect and reconnect the iPod, then try again. If the problem persists, reinstall the iPod support software from the Optional Installs on the Mac OS X install disc."
The iPod still works fine with my Macbook Pro (using the same cable), and the firmware is up to date. It is also recognized in disk mode by the iMac.
Some of the things I've tried already:
-Reinstalling the iPod support software as instructed.
-The 5 r's
-Unplugging other USB devices (the only other USB device was a keyboard anyway).
-restarting the computer with the iPod plugged in.
-Unplugging from the internet.
-Uninstalling iTunes, installing an old version (7.6) and using that.
Has anyone else had this problem with the new iMac? Does anyone have any ideas????
Thanks,
A.

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