HT203170: If you see a red "X" icon on your iPod

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Q: my ipod classic has a red x on it i keep on trying to fix it but it still wont work what should i do

i cant fix it

iPod classic, iOS 6.0.1

Posted on Nov 10, 2012 1:32 PM

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Q: my ipod classic has a red x on it i keep on trying to fix it but it still wont work what should i do

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  • by planb77,

    planb77 planb77 Nov 13, 2012 8:39 AM in response to ilovepets
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    Nov 13, 2012 8:39 AM in response to ilovepets

    What have you tried so far to fix it?

     

    Usually the red x is a sign of a damaged/dead hard drive.  If you send it to Apple they won't actually repair it, but instead will do an out of warranty replacement for a flat fee. See this page for pricing: http://www.apple.com/support/ipod/service/prices/

     

    A third party service may be less expensive and they'll actually just swap out the damaged part (the HD in this case).  Google "iPod Classic hard drive repair" and you should get a list of options to work with.

     

    As to whether or not it's worth to have it replaced/repair is up to you, your budget, and preferences.

     

    B-rock