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Ipod Classic

I have an iPod Classic and when I recently plugged it into my computer to sync it, all the music was wiped from it. Now it's got a software 'loading' on it and no music. I did a hard restart on the iPod but nothing changed.

Help!

Posted on Jan 21, 2020 2:19 PM

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turingtest2

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Jan 22, 2020 11:02 AM in response to kelifrompasadena

See Corrupt iPod Classic - Apple Community. What are your HDD stats? If you're on a Mac it might be trying to check the health of the drive in the background, which can make it unusable until it is done.

tt2

QuickPost

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Jan 21, 2020 7:05 PM in response to kelifrompasadena

Hello,

Try restoring your iPod to factory settings.

Restore your iPhone, iPad, or iPod to factory settings - Apple Support

Jan 22, 2020 8:28 AM in response to QuickPost

Unfortunately I can't even get to the settings. I just have a blank when I plug it in, with 'loading software' and nothing else. Any other suggestions?

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