Why  ipod displays do not disconnect and wont sync but can be restored?

why  ipod displays do not disconnect and wont sync but can be restored?

Have you tried resetting your iPod while connected? Then, unplug it, and connect it again.
Have you tried putting your iPod into disk mode, then connecting it to your computer again?
Check out this Five R's -> The Five R's
Also, see all the suggestions in this article, to start with getting your iPod recognized by your computer -> iPod is recognized by Windows but not in iTunes
-Kylene
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  • Why my ipodmy ipod displays do not disconnect and wont sync but can be restored?

    why my ipodmy ipod displays do not disconnect and wont sync but can be restored?

    If it is a problem than I have it too. Mine does the
    same as long as I don't stop the device via the
    little green arrow icon (USB manager) down by the
    clock.
    I never really need to use the Ipod when it is hooked
    into the PC because everything is done through
    iTunes. I just thought it said "do not disconnect"
    because it was associated with both iTunes and the PC
    as a hard disk.
    If I stop the device or "eject" the iPod, it goes
    from do not disconnect to the normal menu tree.
    So when you take the USB cable out of the iPod, it goes back to normal?
    If that's what you mean, mine does that too.
    It's just that I read that if you remove the USB cable from your iPod while it says 'do not disconnect', it can wipe all your music....

  • My ipod classic wont start it only shows the apple sign and wont sync ? can anyone help

    my ipod classic wont start it only shows the apple sign and wont sync ? can anyone help

    Hi there,
    I would recommend taking a look at the troubleshooting steps found in the article below.
    iPod won't turn on
    http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1383
    -Griff W.

  • HT1212 My ipod says it is disabled for 42 years . and wont sync to computer to restore

    my ipod touch says it is disabled for 42 years and wont sync to the computer to restore

    Disabled
    Place the iOS device in Recovery Mode and then connect to your computer and restore via iTunes. The iPod will be erased.
    iOS: Wrong passcode results in red disabled screen                         
    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: Restoring iOS software
    To restore from backup see:
    iOS: Back up and restore your iOS device with iCloud or iTunes
    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        
    If problem what happens or does not happen and when in the instructions? When you successfully get the iPod in recovery mode and connect to computer iTunes should say it found an iPod in recovery mode.

  • Please help--Ipod says DO NOT DISCONNECT and I cant stop it-

    I wish there wasd someone I could talk to to walk me thru this.I was updating software, connected ipod and now the update is frozen, and I can't disconnect ipod. Help - I don't know what to do.

    Follow Michael's advice.
    The iPod will always show "do not disconnect" when attached to your PC because there is an active connection there. Think of it as being on the phone, if you pull the plug it will mess up the conversation.
    On the bottom right by your clock you should have a little green arrow. That shows you what USB devices are hooked into your pc. As long as you do not have the iTunes software open, you can double click that icon and it will show you a small grey window. You will a choice that says "USB Mass Storage Device". Click it once to highlight it and then click the "stop" button on the bottom of the same window. You will get a pop up balloon telling you that it is ok to remove the device (your iPod).
    If you have iTunes turned on, you will need to "eject" the iPod by either choosing eject from the file menu or right clicking on your iPod icon in the playlist (left side) of the iTunes software. There is an option in there called "eject iPod" which means that you are done moving files over and that iTunes can release the Ipod and you can use it.
    If you don't have iTunes open, just follow the first step. Don't plug things in during the middle of an operation as that will cause lock ups.
    Also depending on if you have USB 2.0 or not, the process of moving files and updating can be much slower so try to be patient.
    Hope this helps...

  • HT1424 the vpn on my ipod touch is not connected and my wi-fi can not connected is due to the vpn off?

    My ipod touch is not able to join the network is that happening because of the vpn is not connected either?

    What type of encryption are you using? WPA/WPA2/WEP?
    Have you worked through the other suggestions in this Apple support document?
    iOS: Troubleshooting Wi-Fi networks and connections
    What about trying to use the recommend access point and Wi-Fi router settings in this document?
    iOS: Recommended settings for Wi-Fi routers and access points
    B-rock

  • TS3694 My Ipod has a White Screen And Wont Go Away i have restored it recovered it reset ity nothing has worked what should i do now?

    I Have had my ipod on the white screen of death for days and nothing ive tryed worked ive tryed reseting restoring recoverying everything possible and still have white screen of death What is wrong with it how can i fix it

    Try what you havenot yet tried
    - 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                              

  • Why does my sound not work to watch movies but can here itunes and utube

    Can some one please advsie what i need to do, as i have no sound when watching a movie but can play my itunes and listen to utube shows.
    I beleive i have checked everthing with the apple manula and tv manual.  TV is only a yr old.  do i need an optical sound cord.  It just dosnt make senese i can hear everything else besides the movies
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    Weird.
    If you haven't done so, ensure AppleTV has latest software update (4.4.3) and also restart it by unplugging the power cord.
    There are some other options to check later.
    AC

  • My iPod classic won't charge. I just bought a new laptop with Windows 8 and when I plug in my iPod, iTunes will recogniandze it and will sync but after the syncing process ends the charging stops. Any suggestions?

    MyiPod classic won't charge. I just bought a new laptop with Windows 8 and when I plug in my iPod, iTunes will recognize it and sync, but will only charge during the syncing process. Any suggestions?

    rubicon53 wrote:
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    I cannot transfer any of my songs to my new laptop
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  • Ipod recognized as a camera and wont sync with itunes

    ive had my ipod touch since christmas and have had no problems uploading new music in the past. but since 3 days ago, my ipod is recognized as a camera and will not upload with itunes. could someone please help me with my problem. i have reinstalled itunes7.6 multiple times and still it does not work. could someone please send help with detailed instructions on how to make uploading work again? thankss

    It is a camera.  What is the problem?

  • Ipod 4g says no storage and wont sync

    my ipod 4g has been saying I have no storage, I have deleted apps and still 0 bytes available. When I try to sync it, it is unable to because no storage available. The storage bar shows my apps are 302mb over capacity. I have no clue why, I only have 16 apps downloaded. Any ideas would be greatly appreciated.

    Connect the iPod to your computer and look at the storage used by the various categories as shown in the colored bargarph in iTunes.
    Come back with the results.
    An "other" larger than about 1 1/2 GB indicates corrupted files.
    What is the Other on my iPhone and How to Remove It
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    Next, usually restoring from backup eliminated the corrupted files. However, sometimes restoring to factory settings/new iPod is required.
    To restore from backup see:
    iOS: How to back up
    To restore to factory settings/new iPod see:
    iTunes: Restoring iOS software

  • "do not disconnect" and automatic vs. manual updates

    today, i switched my ipod to disable automatic updating b/c there were songs (e.g. holiday music) on my itunes and ipod, which i wanted to remove from my ipod. but when ever since i switched to manual update mode, my ipod says "do not disconnect" and it must be manually ejected (dragging icon to trash before disconnecting from usb port). even when i switched my computer/ipod back to original settings (automatically update music versus manually update from itunes), my ipod still must be ejected manually and displays "do not disconnect". how can i get it to the way it was?
    thanks in advance for any answers.

    Michelle,
    With iTunes open click on the iPod icon located at the lower right of the pane.
    In the preferences you have the option to, "Enable Disk Use". If this is checked then your iPod is mounted as a hard drive. If you uncheck this box you will see the "Do Not Disconnect" disappear.
    hope this helps.

  • Ipod stuck in do not disconnect and not showing in windows or itunes

    Hi
    when connecting the video ipod to my pc it goes into do not disconnect and dosnt get put in my computer or itunes
    I done the 5 R's and the only way i can transfer music is to assign a drive letter but that dosnt solve the my computer only itunes.
    ALso i cant restore cuase theres an error showing when i do and when i update my seetings the pod give a error 50 message so cant enable disk write.
    And it wont put album covers on the pod either
    Please help

    the same thing happened to me yesterday after downloading the new itunes 7.1.1 the do not dissconnect would'nt go off and computer and itunes would'nt reconize my ipod video.
    so i left it alone overnight to empty battery completely.
    the do not disconnect was gone in the morning then i recharged it and plugged it back in to computer and everything is fine. i don't know why it froze on me.
    my husbands ipod mini had a similar problem awhile back and i did the same and it also was fine.

  • IPod stuck in "do not disconnect" and NOT recognized by iTunes

    I updated to 7.1.1.... and my iPod is not stuck in "do Not disconnect" and not recognized by iTunes.
    I have tried the Toshiba "Safely Remove Hardware" -- and selecting the iPOD -- but, notice comes back "cannot disconnect now because a program is accessing the device."
    Anyone know where I can go from here??? Thanks very much.

    the same thing happened to me yesterday after downloading the new itunes 7.1.1 the do not dissconnect would'nt go off and computer and itunes would'nt reconize my ipod video.
    so i left it alone overnight to empty battery completely.
    the do not disconnect was gone in the morning then i recharged it and plugged it back in to computer and everything is fine. i don't know why it froze on me.
    my husbands ipod mini had a similar problem awhile back and i did the same and it also was fine.

  • Why does my ipod only show an apple and wont start up

    Why does my Ipod only show an apple and wont do anything else>  And holding down the two buttons has done nothing!

    Try:
    - iOS: Not responding or does not turn on
    - If not successful and you can't fully turn the iPod fully off, let the battery fully drain. After charging for an least an hour try the above again.
    - If still not successful that indicates a hardware problem and an appointment at the Genius Bar of an Apple store is in order.

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