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Why wont my ipod connect to my computer?

i just bought it used. When i connect my ipod to my computer, it doesn't show up in "my computer" or itunes. on the ipod screen the "do not disconnect" screen shows but every 20 seconds or so it blinks to the main menu and acts like its being disconnected, only to repeat the process in another 20 seconds. I've had it plugged in and it reached full charge, so i guess there's nothing wrong with the USB. Although the USB cord IS NOT first party. ill try another cord if/when i get the chance but until then is there anything else i can try?

Update:

I've reset it many times and i got itunes to recognize it once but it said "the item is corrupt" or something to that effect. the ipod then froze along with itunes, until i disconnected it and reset the ipod

Update 2:

it makes the noise like I'm connecting it everytime i plug it in.

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  • 1 decade ago
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    try an ac adapter

    that is umm a plug and test it out that way

    they are very cheep like 10$$ or so

    try it!

  • 1 decade ago

    try to reset it press menu and the center buttons at the same time until the apple appears

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