Why is my Ipod not recognized on any computer?

My 4th gen. IPOD, itself a replacement under warranty after my original died, cannot be recognized on ANY computer - in Itunes, My Computer, Design Mgr, etc. It's not under warranty. What can I do? None of the IPOOD rescue attempts (5 in number) work without the IPOD being recognized. Please help.

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