ipod classic
will not go into disk mode.i t keeps going to the default screen with a red x
iPod Classic
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The hard drive has probably failed. See If you see a red X icon on your iPod classic or iPod nano (5th generation or earlier) - Apple Support. You may be able to source a replacement drive and swap it yourself or find a company that can do the repair for you.
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