TS1373 plugged in new ipod, doesn't show in itunes

purchased new ipod nano touch, plugged into computer, doesn't show in itunes, when plugged in just shows as white screen and says do not disconnect, but never does anything. 

Maybe your ipod is not formatted for the pc. Try reformating it to FAT.

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