Why is my iPod classic not syncing all my items?

Why is my iPod classic not syncing all my items? even though I have asked iTunes to sync everything?

Hello justinsu15,
The following article provides information relevant to your situation, and should help get your iPod working with your computer again.
iPod not recognized in 'My Computer' and in iTunes for Windows
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1369
Cheers,
Allen

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