Registering ipod Video

hey i have an ipod video (30GB) and i wanna register it. So i click on ipod and it says to click on the model but there isnt iPod Video. There is only iPod, iPod Nano, iPod Shuffle and iPod mini. How do i register it if there isnt the correct model on the list?

If it's one of these, then for registration purposes it's an iPod: http://store.apple.com/1-800-MY-APPLE/WebObjects/AppleStore.woa/7200205/wo/KH6zb jL2lPK93m4E9kGeJ8OHs1t/1.SLID?mco=CC4D3CBB&nclm=iPod
Apple call it a Fifth Generation iPod, iPod Video is a colloquial term

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I am currently using my IBM thinkpad and I recently purchased an iPod. I want to install (and have been prompted to register) the software to start using it. However, I am going to purchase an iMac next week. Can I register and use my iPod on the IBM machine and then re-register/re-install software (or use the preinstalled software) on my new iMac when i purchase it?
Sorry if the ? is confusing. Bottom line, can you register your iPod and use it one machine and then change it to another machine? Does it require re-registration?
Thanks.

If you are talking about the online product registration, no I don't think so, you need only to register once, that's all.
What is the more "challenging and difficult" part is that, as you know, the iPod only "recognises 1 master computer", so if you already have songs, playlists etc in your PC's iTunes and sync to the iPod; When you re-sync on your brand new mac with empty songs, your iPod will correspond to that sync, i.e. 0 songs.
If you can, copy the files, especially the iTunes data files, Library files etc and also all your songs from your PC to the new mac, then in this way, although the iPod is re-sync by a new computer, at least you have an identical playlists and songs, so your iPod will be (re)sync with the same data again.
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I just got my ipod video, and i have already a ipod mini and i want to keep it. How do I use the same itunes for both? Do i have to register both and how?

use the CD you got with your new ipod and register it etc.
then make sure you have itunes 6 with video, podcasts etc.
(free download at apple.ca)
your ipod mini will work on here too, it just wont be able to upload any of the videos/photos
and your new ipod should work too (once you have the new software)
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Is there a known disk mounting fault with the iPod Video 80GB?
I’m running iTunes Version 7.0.1.8 and have so far had two brand new 80GB iPod Video devices, purchased from a registered New Zealand reseller (TotallyMac.com).
Both iPods have successfully loaded my music library and have played perfectly, both on headphones and on my iPod hi-fi. However, when I subsequently plug the iPod into any of the USB 2 ports on my laptop, the iPod does not show up as a device in My Computer, File Explorer or in iTunes.
I’m running Windows XP, Service Pack 2.
The problem also occurs on a second PC – the iPod refuses to show as a device in My Computer, Windows File Explorer or in iTunes. However, it does show up in Device Manager, and the ‘Safely Remove Hardware’ icon shows on the Windows status bar when the iPod is connected. Even so, when the iPod is safely ejected, the iPod screen continues to show ‘Do Not Disconnect’, so the only way to safely eject the iPod is to reset it on the iPod.
I’ve tried restarting the computer, putting the iPod into disk mode and so on. Unfortunately, none of the advice on the Apple website for iPods that refuse to mount helps me – because I can’t get the iPod to appear as a device anywhere on my computer, I can’t rename the Drive Volume (to another letter instead of ‘E:’) or restore the iPod to factory settings.
I can’t help thinking that Apple has created a ‘Catch 22’ situation by removing the iPod Updater option in iTunes 7 – none of the previous versions of iPod Updater is compatible with iTunes 7, meaning it’s impossible for people who have a Disk Mount problem to restore their iPods. If you can’t get the iPod to show up in iTunes, how are you supposed to restore the device or solve disk mounting problems?
There appears to be no other way to restore the device if you’re using iTunes 7.
Why isn’t there a ‘restore’ option in the iPod’s own diagnostics menu, some combination of click-wheel buttons that will allow you to reformat/restore the drive?
My previous (40GB) Fourth-Generation iPod mounts perfectly on both this laptop and another PC, suggesting it is the new iPods that are the problem. Also, as I said, the new iPod fails to mount on the second PC, supporting this theory.
Both faulty iPods have been set to ‘manually update’ and I also ticked the ‘Enable Disk Use’ option and removed the checkmark from ‘Automatically open iTunes’.
It would be good to hear from someone else who has experienced similar difficulties, as I’m by no means a new iPod user and this has both me and the Apple service technicians I’ve spoken to completely stumped. Is it a known problem and, if so, will it be dealt with in future iTunes updates…?
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Try forcing the iPod into disk mode:
http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=93651
And then see if you can change the Volume Drive Letter:
http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=93499
If nothing else works, you may want to give this a shot:
http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=302538
Since you did say the iPod continues to show Do Not Disconnect after ejecting it, I'm thinking maybe there's something on your computer that's interfering with the iPod.
Also, when the iPod comes up in Device Manager, does it have any kind of warning on it? You may need to uninstall the iPod's drivers, and then restart the computer with the iPod attached to reinstall it. This may not be the case, though, since the iPod is still showing Do Not Disconnect while it's plugged in.
You may also want to make sure you have the iPod connected to a USB port directly on the rear of the computer, or try a different USB cable.
Also, you might want to try restarting the iPodService
http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=93716
CG

Switched iPod Video format from PC to Mac - "Restore" fried my iPod

I bought an iPod Video 30gb in Dec. 05. I originally formatted it to work with my Dell PC Inspiron laptop. Everthing worked great and I didn't have any problems. About two months ago I bought a Macbook and transferred all of my files, including my music, from the former to the latter. I authorized my iPod on my Macbook and registered my Macbook to read all of the music I purchased on iTunes. So, I made the switch from PC to Mac without any problems and my iPod Video worked just fine without any issues. It synched my songs, etc.
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I took my iPod to the SoHo, NYC Apple store this morning and they had no idea what to do. To my extreme frustration, they kept on trying to tell me that there was something wrong with my battery. But, I repeatedly told them that everything was fine until I did the "Restore" function to change the format from PC to Mac. Has anyone heard of this problem? Is there anything that I can do?
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see doing the following helps
For Mac computer
1. Open the disk utility, hope your iPod appears there (left hand side), highlight it
2. Go to Tab “Partition”, click either “Delete” or “Partition”, if fails, skip this step and go to 3
3. Go to Tab “Erase” , choose Volume Format as “MAC OS Extended (Journaled), and click Erase, again if fails, skip it and go to 4
4. Same as step 3, but open the “Security Options....” and choose “Zero Out Data” before click Erase. It will take 1 to 2 hours to complete.
5. Eject your iPod and do a Reset
6. Open the iTunes 7 and click “Restore”
seems it could be some bad sectors on the HD of your iPod, if the above does not solve, then do a Restore with a PC, and see what happen

Keeps asking to register ipods

when plugging both of my mother's shuffle and ipod video into her PC, a window asking to register and create an appleID opens. The options are create, register later, and never register. It won't go away. The only option that works is the create and you have to go thru the process. The final parts of it afer creating your ID is to add a credit card. She doesn't want to do this.
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Jerold -- I am having the exact same problem as you are w/the register screens. I cannot fathom why everyone keeps saying to change the screen resolution. It isn't that things cannot be seen but rather that the whole registration page/pages are caught in some kind of a loop. Changing screen size does diddly squat. I realize that changing screen resolution may fix some problems, but not this one.
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"Dear XXX I'm sorry to hear you cannot get the iPod registration page off your
screen. I know this must be very frustrating and I will do everything I
can to help.
I recommend that you attempt to resolve this issue by uninstalling
iTunes and QuickTime, and then reinstalling the latest version of each. I
know you are reluctant to upgrade to the latest version, but any issues
with this software have been experienced by a very small number of
customers and is generally related to other third party software (such as
firewalls) that attempt to block the iTunes Store.
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http://www.info.apple.com/kbnum/n60342
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http://www.info.apple.com/kbnum/n93698
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uninstalling iTunes.
If you have difficulty removing iTunes, you may find this helpful:
Microsoft's Windows Installer CleanUp Utility:
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After successfully uninstalling iTunes and QuickTime, install the
latest version of iTunes for Windows, which comes with QuickTime:
http://www.apple.com/itunes/download
I hope that this information will help to resolve the issue. In the
event that it does not, and if you would like to talk to someone who is
better qualified on technical matters, please call Apple Technical
Support. There may be a fee associated with the resolution of this error over
the phone, however, any fees will be explained in detail up front
should any occur.
I am referring you to Apple Technical Support because the iTunes Store
Support Team provides non-technical assistance via email regarding
billing, accounts, downloading content from the iTunes Store and the items
available for purchase. Therefore, I'd like you to have this resolved
by directing you to the best qualified team who can assist you.
To find the appropriate phone number, please visit:
http://www.apple.com/support/contact/phone_contacts.html
If you have any other questions, please do not hesitate to reply to
this message and I will assist you promptly.
Sincerely,
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iTunes Store Customer Support
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Hi all,
I have a 60Go Ipod video. I use it like external drive on windows and mac. So it uses PC firmware. I update it with 1.2.3 firmware and now when I sync it with my mac (Leopard 10.5.2) a lot of tracks are not playable (just pass it), Playlist are empty and no podcast are visible from the Ipod. But from itunes, I can play music directly on the Ipod, playlist are visible, all seems to be correct...
So I think my files are not corrupted.
Those music comes from ITSM and my ITunes is registered with my Apple Id.
If I install mac firmware, all is OK. But I can't use my ipod on windows.
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Can some body help me?

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alright its kind of long to get ready for it
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**IMPORTANT Links to Apple for Contact, Repair Depot, Warranty, Registration Links
If your iPod needs to be serviced here are the phone numbers for Apple and the service depot link:
Request iPod Service Online here:
http://depot.info.apple.com/ipod/
Also use to request a replacement accessories and battery replacemtent. If your coverage has expired but you need a new battery, you can send your iPod in for battery service for $59 (plus $6.95 shipping).
If you cannot find the country you are looking for, and you are in Europe, the Middle East or Africa, please visit www.apple.com/euro/cemea. If you live outside these countries, please contact your local Apple Authorized Service Provider.
Contacting Apple By Phone
http://www.apple.com/contact/phone_contacts.html
iPod Service & Support
http://www.apple.com/support/ipod/service/
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https://register.apple.com/cgi-bin/.../GlobaliReg.woa
About Your Support Coverage
http://www.apple.com/support/
To find out how many days remain on your warranty or AppleCare Protection Plan, please enter your serial number below: Scroll down the page and you will see a blank space for you to enter the number.
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Support Site Map link:
http://www.apple.com/support/find/
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