Why can't i express ipod 2g 4.2.1 firmware?

i download the firm ware and i express it. but it says that it can't open the file( firmware after i express it

What does " and i express it" mean?
Just what are you trying to do?
Are you updating or restoring your iPod via iTunes?

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