Updating software on ipod/ no outside power source

so today i updated the software on my ipod classic and it instructed me to plug it into the outside power source in order to complete the update. The problem is that i have lost my outside power souce and instead use a car adapter and the usb cord to recharge the battery. Is there any way to get around this problem? thanx in advance!

Your car adapter & USB cord should do the trick. External power is external power, it means the iPod is not relying on it's internal battery during the update.
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