iPod repeatedly connects and disconnects to computer

The same problem as me, I'm going to take mine back to the store. Reading this forum me thinks that Apple don't care and no disrespect to anyone here but it's like the blind leading the blind.

It's not Vista, it's the ipod. I have a 3G nano and it does the same cycle connect disconnect that has been described on many threads here. I've formatted to Windows using Windows XP Pro, and then reformateed to Mac on my iMac with both Tiger, and now Leopard (and back to Windows again). It makes no difference. Sometimes it works fine, other times it goes into that endless loop of connect disconnect. Apple must acknowledge that there is a problem and issue a fix!!!

I too am having this problem as well. I am running xp and my 2nd gen ipod works just fine {other than it wont charge when hooked to my computer}. When i hook up my new nano it says its connect then says it does not recongize it. I've exchanged it twice now at BestBuy where they keep telling me there is nothing wrong with it. Apple has to help.

I should mention that my wife's 2G nano, and my old 20GB photo-ipod work fine with the same computers and the same version of iTunes that the 3G is having trouble with. Apple must acknowledge that a problem exists and issue some sort of fix!!!

I was given my iPod from a friend that got a new one, & I have the same problem. I did the 5 R's & ended up erasing all the data that was previously on it, not to mention unable to even update it. When it does connect it will recognize other folders on my iPod, but NO MUSIC FILES OR FOLDERS!!! I now have it pluged directly into PC & I've tried all USB ports available and still nothing! I'm pulling my frekin' hair out!!!!

Could there be an "Installation Disk"? Do iPods originally come w/ one?

And why doesn't the owners manual (features guide?) not show when I try to view it? It just showes a blank page.

I'm open for any suggestions!!! :}

Hi folks...
(sorry for my bad english...)
i had the same problem but only if i connect the ipod to an usb hub...
after connecting the ipod to an usb port at the computer the problem disappeared...
maybe it this helps for you?

I have the same problem, but with a twist.

- Recieved the nano for christmas. Connects & charges fine to my front usb ports.
- After moving back, ipod begins connecting an reconnecting.
- Reset Ipod and reinstalled itunes etc to no avail.
- tried nano in BACK usb port, and will connect, but it WON'T CHARGE!!!

So I can transfer any files I want, but it's dieing because I can't charge it. Any help at all would be appreciated.

Bump? Is there any hope for this?

how about another bump before I argue with futureshop to get my money back because of faulty equipment....

Quote: Clifford Elson

Re: iPod repeatedly connects and disconnects to computer
Posted: Jan 9, 2008 6:05 AM in response to: FedupwithIpods


"It's not Vista, it's the ipod. I have a 3G nano and it does the same cycle connect disconnect that has been described on many threads here. I've formatted to Windows using Windows XP Pro, and then reformateed to Mac on my iMac with both Tiger, and now Leopard (and back to Windows again). It makes no difference. Sometimes it works fine, other times it goes into that endless loop of connect disconnect. Apple must acknowledge that there is a problem and issue a fix!!!"

Exact same problem and I've been missing sleep over it for a few days now.

How long do you think we need to keep bumping before getting a reply.

No idea.

On another note, I tried the new 1.1 'fix' and nothing changed.

well I've decided to spend my weekend formatting my c drive and completely reinstaling my computer from scratch, I don't really expect this to work as its uptodate and not particularly in need, but I can't repare as my windows is SP1 and I've upgraded to SP2 so can only remove the current OS, reinstall SP1 and update it all over again, in fact its going to really **** me off if it don't work because I have so much to reinstall

this is the first time I've bought apple and might be the last time, I really regret having bought 2 before trying one out first

I have the same problem. I just bought my 8gb nano last night at the apple store. and i plugged it in and it keeps saying "connected" then "ejected" i didnt press anything to eject it, and itunes will not recongnize it. Please help