What do i do if my ipod isn't recognized by my computer and is stuck on the connect to itunes logo?

So the ipod is stuck on the connect to itunes logo and when i plug it in it says device not recognized. I don't know what is wrong with it or what to do I tried everything and nothing works. Im so lost I don't know what to do at this point can anyone help. I would greatly appreciate it thanks.

See:
iOS: Device not recognized in iTunes for Windows
or
iPhone, iPad, iPod touch: Device not recognized in iTunes for Mac OS X
If not successful, try another computer tohelp determine if you have a computer or iPod problem.

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I don't know what to do. It was working fine yesterday but now it won't recognize it anywhere and only shows the screen "connect to itunes" which it won't let me do.

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- Also try DFU mode after try recovery mode
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- If not successful and you can't fully turn the iOS device fully off, let the battery fully drain. After charging for an least an hour try the above again.
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Then as necessary
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Or
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- I would start with
Removing and Reinstalling iTunes, QuickTime, and other software components for Windows XP
or
Removing and reinstalling iTunes and other software components for Windows Vista, Windows 7, or Windows 8
However, after your remove the Apple software components also remove the iCloud Control Panel via Windows Programs and Features app in the Window Control Panel. Then reinstall all the Apple software components
- Then do the other actions of:
iOS: Device not recognized in iTunes for Windows
paying special attention to item #5
- New cable and different USB port
- Run this and see if the results help with determine the cause
iTunes for Windows: Device Sync Tests
Also see:
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Troubleshooting issues with iTunes for Windows updates
- Try on another computer to help determine if computer or iPod problem

After trying to update my i-Pod Touch it is not being recognised by iTunes and is stuck on the "Connect to iTunes screen". What do I do?

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I then:
Restarted my computer
Uninstalled and reinstalled iTunes
Attempted to put my iPod into recovery mode.
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Place the iOS device in Recovery Mode and then connect to your computer and restore via iTunes. The iPod will be erased.
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If recovery mode does not work try DFU mode.
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For how to restore:
iTunes: Restoring iOS software
To restore from backup see:
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You can redownload iTunes purchases by:
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My Ipod though 3g is stuck on the connect to itunes screen. When I connect it it tells me that it's locked and that I need to enter my passcode, but it's stuck on that screen so I can't.
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- Also try DFU mode after try recovery mode
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- If not successful and you can't fully turn the iOS device fully off, let the battery fully drain. After charging for an least an hour try the above again.
- Try on another computer
- If still not successful that usually indicates a hardware problem and an appointment at the Genius Bar of an Apple store is in order.
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i got an ipod from a friend and i tryed to start it up and it is stuck on the connect to itunes screen, it wont even pop up on itunes it says i have to put in my password to continue but i cant because it is stuck please help me!!!!!!!

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Place the iOS device in Recovery Mode and then connect to your computer and restore via iTunes. The iPod will be erased.
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If recovery mode does not work try DFU mode.
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For how to restore:
iTunes: Restoring iOS software
To restore from backup see:
iOS: How to back up
If you restore from iCloud backup the apps will be automatically downloaded. If you restore from iTunes backup the apps and music have to be in the iTunes library since synced media like apps and music are not included in the backup of the iOS device that iTunes makes.
You can redownload most iTunes purchases by:
Downloading past purchases from the App Store, iBookstore, and iTunes Store

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