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When I plug my iPod into my (or any other) computer I get a message saying “Windows didn’t recognise the last device you connected.” I can still charge the iPod, and play any music that I already have on it, but cannot connect it to iTunes to sync any new stuff onto it. I have tried resetting the iPod, and putting into Disk Mode, but still get the same message when trying to connect. I can’t restore it due to this issue. When checking the harddrive in diagnostics mode I get these results: Retracts: 2 Reallocs: 0 Pending Sectors: 0 Edit - I have also tried various different cables, including official Apple USB cables, and different ports on my computer. My computer OS is Windows 8, and the iPod has never had a problem connecting before.
Try connecting it to a different computer.
