TS3716 My iPod hasn't been used in a very long time. It's an older model. It says disabled but every time I connect it; it says, "iTunes could not detect '____' Because it is locked with a passcode. Please enter the passcode and move on." And I cant enter

Please help.

you're most likely going to have to restore the device in recovery mode. this will erase content only on the ipod. but gain usage again :/
power off the ipod
disconnect it from the plug
while holding the home button(DO NOT LET GO!!!) connect to the chord and don't let go of the  home button until you see an itunes icon.
itunes should say 'detects a device in recovery mode, you must restore' yada yada.
restore and then after your done you should be able to sync to itunes
good luck!

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