Windows doesn't see my iPod, nor does iTunes

The iPod 3d is just dead, and it doesn't appear on My Computer or on iTunes, and it won't even turn on. I have had it charged for a long time, both on the computer and at an electric outlet. I get an error message on iTunes that says it detects an iPod, but can't recognize it. I have downloaded the updated iTunes, done everything I can find online to get it reset or anything. I've only had it since May, so this is very frustrating. Thanks.

I cannot download my new music because my ipod is not recognized. My usb port is working, I downloaded the new ipod version for nano and it is still not working. It does recharge when plugged in so why wont it recognize my ipod when plugged in ? Any help most appreciated.
laptop Windows XP

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I had my ipod connected and it worked just fine, I had to force my computer to turn off, hold down the power button, and now my computer doesn't see my iPod. I tried the data mode and the resetting and the restarting the computer. I can't restore the ipod, because I can't get the computer to see it. The ipod alone works wonderfully and it is charging. So it sees that it is connected to the computer, but the computer doesn't see it. Any ideas?

I cannot download my new music because my ipod is not recognized. My usb port is working, I downloaded the new ipod version for nano and it is still not working. It does recharge when plugged in so why wont it recognize my ipod when plugged in ? Any help most appreciated.
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- Also try DFU mode after try recovery mode
How to put iPod touch / iPhone into DFU mode « Karthik's scribblings
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Hi
My itunes/ipod were running fine under USB 1.1 (older computer) until I updated to 7.0.1 - now itunes doesn't see my ipod!! The iPod shows up in device manager, though, and my machine even mapped a drive to it when iTunes timed out (I removed that).
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yup same here
its a crapshoot, sometimes it happens other times it does not
only way round this i found is to do this:
reboot windows
and reboot iphone
eventually they will see each other.
what causes it? poorly coded itunes for windows, who knows.
but its something i've had for many versions now, 9.2.1 is nothing new. but it does seem to happen more now.

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Diagnostics that I ran:
Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition Service Pack 2 (Build 2600)
System manufacturer System Product Name
iTunes 7.0.0.70
iPodService 7.0.0.70 is currently running.
iTunesHelper 7.0.0.70 is currently running.
Current user is an administrator.
Connected Storage Devices:
IDE\DiskST3300831AS____________________________3.02___, Bus Type ATA, Bus Address [2,0]
IDE\DiskWDCWD740ADFD-00NLR1___________________20.07P20, Bus Type ATA, Bus Address [0,0]
USBSTOR\DiskApple__iPod___________1.62, Bus Type USB
Universal Serial Bus Controllers:
Standard OpenHCD USB Host Controller, PCI bus 0, device 2, function 0. Device is working properly.
Standard Enhanced PCI to USB Host Controller, PCI bus 0, device 2, function 1. Device is working properly.
No IEEE 1394 Host Controller found.
The last connected iPod serial number: XXXXXXXXXXXXX
I've reinstalled iTunes 7, restarted all the services and had no detection yet.
I re-installed iTunes 6.0.5 and it worked w/out a hitch.
Does this have something to do with my pc not having any firewire ports on it? Or is there a work around ?

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MxA wrote:
I have the 2Gen Ipod touch.
i too have a 2nd gen Touch and it works fine with iTunes 10.
try this:
(a) download the [_*Mac OS X v10.6.4 Update (Combo)*_|http://support.apple.com/kb/dl1048]
(b) reboot into _*safe mode*_
(c) launch *disk utility* (in applications/utilities), +verify disk+ and +repair permissions+
(d) run the combo
(e) after running the combo, let the Mac reboot normally and +repair permissions+ again.
(f) run +software update+ from the  menu and install any updates offered.
connect your Touch now. what happens ?
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i have started having problems with my ipod touch 5 generation. las day i got some cd. i tried to up date the ipod with the new songs. and i couldn't sync the ipod. now i can't even see the ipod on the itunes. i have re instaled itunes three times at least . any solution that you can get me ?

See:
iOS: Device not recognized in iTunes for Windows
I would start with
Removing and reinstalling iTunes, QuickTime, and other software components for Windows Vista or Windows 7
or
Removing and Reinstalling iTunes, QuickTime, and other software components for Windows XP
Run this to help if it identifies the cause
iTunes for Windows: Device Sync Tests
Have you tried on another computer to help determine if you have a computer or iPod problem?
Also try another cable

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I've tried this solution http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1538 but that didn't help and I reinstalled itunes and Apple Mobile Device Support, but to no avail.
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Put it in DFU mode.
It's a common thing among jailbreakers. No one else really needs it, but it should allow your iPod to take the official firmware of your choice.
Here is a copy from a jailbreak help guide I will not link.
Please note that this will not jailbreak your device, so back off, moderators.
Method (1)
* Attach the phone to the pc
* Turn the phone off
* Hold power and home together for *exactly* 10 seconds
* Release power but keep holding home until the pc beeps as a USB device is recognized.
* At no point will the display come on. Now your restore should work.

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