What do you do if your ipod only turns on when it is charging

what do you do when your i pod only turns on when it is charging.

Try #2 and #3 in link below. If neither work, you most likely have a hardware issue.
Basic troubleshooting steps
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My ipod only turns on when connected to charge

Hi All,
This is the first time I have ever posted to something like this so please bear with me if I am rambling / or left out any important info!
I have a iPod Nano 3rd Gen, which I haven't used for quite a while due to me purchsing an iPhone a couple of years ago.
I decided to dig it out and update the music on there. I plugged it in to my laptop and all seemed to work fine.
I left the iPod on charge overnight using the mains adapter that I have.
Unfortunately, once I disconnected the iPod from the charger it won't turn on using the play button. I reconnected to the charger, and the iPod will switch on.
So looks like it will only turn on when connected to the power source, and won't work indepedently.
As far as I know the iPod has never been in contact with any water, as it has been kept in a bedroom drawer whilst it hasn't been used, so i don't think the problem is that the iPod has become damp in any way.
Has anybody else had a similar problem, and found a solution?
Thanks

I have a iPod Nano 3rd Gen, which I haven't used for quite
The iPod's lithium-ion battery needs constant movement and action in order to maintain any sort of charge or capcity to charge. So given that the iPod went unused for so long and the age of the device itself, it sounds like the iPod's battery is shot and in need of a replacement.
You can choose to have Apple swap out the battery for a flat fee, send into a third party service center for a little less, or you can even purchase a replacement battery online and use one of the many numerous gudies online to walk you through the process of swapping it out.
Here is Apple's pricing. Google for third party service provider if you desire.
http://www.apple.com/support/ipod/service/prices/
B-rock

TS1383 What do you do if your iPod wont turn on

what do you do if iPod won't turn on

Try:
- iOS: Not responding or does not turn on
- Also try DFU mode after try recovery mode
How to put iPod touch / iPhone into DFU mode « Karthik's scribblings
- 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.
- If still not successful that usually indicates a hardware problem and an appointment at the Genius Bar of an Apple store is in order.
Apple Retail Store - Genius Bar

HT1349 what do you do if your ipod wont turn on and all that shows is the apple logo?

any ideas?

Did you try a reboot/reset?
Hold down on the sleep and home buttons at the same time for about 10 seconds until the Apple logo appears - ignore the red slider - let go of the buttons. The iPad/iPod should restart

What do you do if your iPod does not have a serial number?

What do you do if your iPod does not have a serial number?

Have you tried restoring to factory settings/new iPod via iTunes?
Are yo the original owner and have never jailbroke the iPod?
Does the iPod work OK?
The warranty is also void:
if any serial number has been removed or defaced from the Apple Product.

HT5403 what if you cannot find your ipod and you cannot locate it because it is offline then how do you find it

what if you cannot find your ipod or locate it because it is offline and how do we find it? please reply.

You can't.

What do you do if your ipod shattered

What do you do if your ipod shattered?

Not for free. If by "shattered" you just mean the screen, Apple will replace your iPod for their standard fee:
http://www.apple.com/support/ipod/service/faq/
If, however, by "shattered" you mean that the iPod is in multiple pieces, then Aple can do nothing for you. You'll have to buy a new iPod.
Regards.

HT2371 What do you do if your iPod locks and the language is still something you can read?

What do you do if your iPod locks and the language is still something you can't understand?

Maybe:
iOS: How to change the language when it's set to one you don't understand
Next:
Connect the iOS device to your computer and restore via iTunes. Place the iPod in Recovery Mode if necessary to allow the restore.
If recovery mode does not work try DFU mode.
How to put iPod touch / iPhone into DFU mode « Karthik's scribblings
For how to restore:
iTunes: Backing up, updating, and 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 iPod backup that iTunes makes.
You can redownload iTuns purchases by:
Downloading past purchases from the App Store, iBookstore, and iTunes Store

What can you do if your ipod touch screen is broke.

First off i would have hoped you said yes to the person who you bought the ipod touch from to get your 2 year insurance. This would cost around $20 - $35. I also hope you added the one year insurance too. The 2 year insurance is for your ipod if any gadgets goes wrong. The one year insurance is a totaly different insurance but would help you out with your wallet. This insurance covers your ipod if you drop it any way and crack or break the screen. If you have this insurance you will b covered for a new ipod touch for no cost at all. All you would have to do is send it in with everything it had came with, your reciept, and other numbers to prove you had purchased it. They will re-imburse you with the ammount you had paid for it. Not including the insurance money, just the ipod touch. You then can go take that money and purchase a new ipod touch. But the one thing that is a downer is that not only your 1 year insurance is worthless your 2 year insurance is worthelss. When and if you do purchase another ipod you will have to re-buy the insurance if youd like to.

You are not addressing Apple in this forum. We are just users like yourself. I really do not see a question inyour post. If yoo have a recommndation for Apple go here:
Apple - iPod touch - Feedback

HT1320 What can you do whe your iPod freezes?

I have tried to reset iPod and it didn't work. Has anyone got any ideas?

Hey mhirst,
I understand that you are having issues with your iPod becoming unresponsive. I recommend we run through the following troubleshooting assistant, which may resolve your issue:
Apple - Support - iPod - iPod classic Troubleshooting Assistant
http://www.apple.com/support/ipod/five_rs/classic/
Thanks,
Matt M.

What if you dont have your ipod shuffle 3rd gen's reciept to get your earphones replaced?

Im in need of replacing my earphones because the right side is broken and part of the wire is showing and it seems dangerous

You shouldn't need the receipt. They should be able to look up your iPod's warranty status using the Shuffle's unique serial #.
B-rock

What do u do if your ipod wont turn on and my hoome button is gone so i cant reset it help me plz

so i have a ipod 5 and today it just did this thing were it would not turn on so i charged it and nothing happen u hold the power button nothing happend and my home button is broke and it wont connect or anything to my itunes what do i do

If your iPod Touch, iPhone, or iPad is Broken
Apple does not fix iDevices. Instead, they exchange yours for a refurbished or new replacement depending upon the age of your device and refurbished inventories. On rare occasions when there are no longer refurbished units for your older model, they may replace it with the next newer model.
ATTN: Beginning July 2013 Apple Stores are now equipped to do screen repairs/replacements in-house on iPhone 5 and 5C. In some cases while you wait. According to Apple this is the beginning of equipping Apple Stores with the resources needed to do most repairs for iPhones, iPads, and iPod Touches that would not require major replacements. Later in the year the services may be extended as Apple Stores become equipped and staffed with the proper repair expertise. So, if you need a screen repaired or a broken screen replaced or have your stuck Home button fixed, call your local Apple Store to see if they are now doing these in-house.
You may take your device to an Apple retailer for help or you may call Customer Service and arrange to send your device to Apple:
Apple Store Customer Service at 1-800-676-2775 or visit online Help for more information.
To contact product and tech support: Contacting Apple for support and service - this includes international calling numbers.
You will find respective repair costs in the appropriate link:
iPod Service Support and Costs
iPhone Service Support and Costs
iPad Service Support and Costs
There are third-party firms that do repairs on iDevices, and there are places where you can order parts to DIY if you feel up to the task:
1. iResq or Google for others.
2. Buy and replace screen yourself: iFixit

My ipod only turns on when it's connected to the charger and it has a white screen

Help my ipod won't work white screen and only turns on while plugged to charger

Try:
- iOS: Not responding or does not turn on
- Also try DFU mode after try recovery mode
How to put iPod touch / iPhone into DFU mode « Karthik's scribblings
- 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 another cable
- 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.
Apple Retail Store - Genius Bar

What should you do if your iPod touch isn't playing the songs in your music it's only skipping the songs

My sister her iPod isn't playing her songs only skipping them what should she do?

Try:
- Reset the iOS device. Nothing will be lost
Reset iOS device: Hold down the On/Off button and the Home button at the same time for at
least ten seconds, until the Apple logo appears.
- Unsync all music and resync
- Reset all settings
Go to Settings > General > Reset and tap Reset All Settings.
All your preferences and settings are reset. Information (such as contacts and calendars) and media (such as songs and videos) aren’t affected.
- Restore from backup. See:
iOS: How to back up
- Restore to factory settings/new iOS device.

HT1711 what do you do if your ipod doesnt want to start?

My ipod touch 4G hasnt been done restoring and i put it to restore yesterday night what do i do

There is nothing to do. This is the way the ipod touch works.
It will sync itunes content and pics with one and only one computer at a time. When you sync to another it will indeed erase the current content.

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