USB Cable almost impossible to disconnect from 5th Gen iPod

My 80 Gig iPod arrived today. It is my first MP3 player and I am impressed by it. Operation seems to be quite easy. I , however have a problem. When I have completed charging/synching the iPod and have "ejected" it from iTunes, I have found it almost impossible to disconnect the cable from the iPod. It has taken me nearly an hour to disconnect it and I am afraid I will damage the iPod. I think I have already cracked the plastic on the connector. Is this unusual, or is there something I am not aware of? I did a search of the discussions and all I seem to come up with are questions regarding the "Do not disconnect" message. Thanks for any assistance you can give.
-- Dave
Dell Inspiron E1505   Windows XP  

Thanks, Scout. I hope I will be able to exert enough pressure on it (I have some paralysis in my hands due to a genetic neuropathy).
-- Dave
PS: Tried it and I'm a happy camper now :))

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