Windows 7 & iTunes 10.1 won't recognize my iPod (4.1 + MB533BT)

My computer (Windows 7 64 bit) doesn't recognize my iPod. And neither does my iTunes. When I connect my iPod, the iPod charges but my PC doesn't recognize it.
I've tried uninstalling and installing iTunes at least 3 times and also restarted my PC in the process. After uninstalling iTunes, I even deleted my iTunes & iPod folder (under Program Files).
I've gone into Services and stopped/started Apple Mobile Device & iPod Service and reconnected my iPod.
I've restarted my iPod and reset its settings.
I've tried updating its driver.
I've checked the USB connections under Device Manager. (The iPod charges but doesn't connect.)
I've changed the USB cable.
I really don't know what else to do. Any ideas? Anyone?

Have you tried everything here?
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1495
(iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch: Device not recognized in iTunes for Windows)
Also make sure you have the 64 bit version of iTunes/Quicktime.

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