What to do with a broken iPod

Can anyone give me any info?
Like where to send, what to send, or if they can do it at a Apple Store.
For my problem, I think it is something wrong with the harddrive inside the iPod
Dell dimension 4600c Windows XP

Well, first thing is this: replacements are free IF you are under warranty (and the technicians agree the iPod has not been abused).
If you are under warranty, the fastest way to get your iPod repaired is to go to an Apple store.
Next best thing: fill out a service request form: http://depot.info.apple.com/ipod/. *Note: if you've had the iPod more than 6 months, you will be charged for shipping.
If you aren't under warranty, I recommend checking out third-party repairs like www.ipodresq.com.
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You could sell it on ebay. There are numerous people out there who buy old iPods that are broken, either to repair them, or use them for parts to repair another iPod. Usually they will pay a pretty decent price for them too. Just do a search on ebay for broken iPods and you will see there are quite a few up for sale on there. Just make sure that if you do, that you do your best to describe exactly what is wrong with it and mention that it could also be used for parts.
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[Apple-Environment-Recycle|http://www.apple.com/environment/recycling>
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http://discussions.apple.com/thread.jspa?messageID=3014462&#3014462
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