Trouble backing up iPod Touch.

Hello, I recently updated my 2nd generation 8GB iPod Touch to the newest software version, which required a backup, and then a wipe of my iPod. After the update, I put everything back onto my iPod that had been there before. A few days ago I purchased several songs and a movie, so I figured I should do a backup. When I plugged the iPod in, iTunes did not even recognize the iPod, and would no let me sync or backup unless I restored the iPod (wipe).
My question is, how do I backup my things without deleting them?

Ok, let me clarify, iTunes sees that my iPod is plugged in, but it does not recognize everything I already have stored on my iPod. When It's plugged in, and I'm on the device tab, I can't view any of the music or if the software is up to date. All I see is a message saying to restore (wipe) the iPod.

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