NIB 4th Gen nano doesn't turn on

Yesterday I got an unopened 4G nano (leftover from company promotional handouts/prizes). The i-pod runs fine when plugged into the computer, and the charging indicators show up as expected. Once unplugged (after properly ejecting), it turns off and is unresponsive, no matter how long it has been charged (tried charging overnight). Googling has turned up similar experiences, and the solution was always "Take it back!". Given the age, no purchase proof etc., I don't expect any apple support on this. Could the battery be bad after sitting unused for a couple years?

c239 wrote:
Could the battery be bad after sitting unused for a couple years?
Yes

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Hello, well im having some problems with my ipod 4th gen it will not turn on and when i plug it in to itunes it will not come up saying i need to restore. when i try that it will not compleet. the ipod will not do anything at all... please help me

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http://discussions.apple.com/docs/DOC-5142

NIB 4th Gen nano doesn't turn on

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