Ripping Music off iPod, then loading back on to Reformatted iPod.

I was originally using my iPod with an HP computer, and formatted it for Windows. Now I have switched to a Macbook, and have had no trouble using my Windows-formatted iPod with my new Mac.
But using my Mac I discover that only Mac-formatted iPods can receive and install updates. So if updates come out for the iPod software, I’m screwed.
I would like to rip all the music off my iPod onto an external drive using third party software (I know there are several available). Then reformat my iPod for Mac.
If I do this will there be any issues with me loading my music back onto my iPod?
Anyone know??

I use yamipod to do this. Should not be a problem.
http://www.yamipod.com/main/modules/home/
Mort

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