Ipod Classic

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Ipod Classic

Hi Folks, Can any of you help ?

I have my beloved I-pod classic (80GB) which is working fine, However... Recently It is NOT syncing when I open my I-tunes :(

Do I understand that Apple have stopped supporting this and therefore I can't sync to this device anymore?

I'm using Windows 10

I-tunes version 12.10.10.2

My Pc recognises the device and it will charge and I can disconnect etc etc..

I've updated all USB Drivers

I've scanned the I-pod for errors etc...

So 2 Questions:

Is it time to get a newer ipod!
or...in preference, is there a fix for this ?

Any help or guidance would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you :)

Posted on Nov 8, 2020 5:44 AM

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turingtest2

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Nov 8, 2020 6:15 AM in response to MattHoskins

The current build of iTunes should be able to sync content to an iPod classic. Does the device show up in iTunes? Does the device show in iTunes if you put it into disk mode before you connect it to USB?

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MattHoskins Author

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Nov 8, 2020 6:28 AM in response to turingtest2

Thank you for your reply.

The device does not show up in iTunes.

How do I put the device into disc mode?

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MattHoskins Author

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Nov 8, 2020 6:34 AM in response to MattHoskins

Edit... Ok, I've put it into Disc mode and connected to iTunes.

The device is still not recognised and everything is is still greyed out

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turingtest2

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Nov 8, 2020 6:57 AM in response to MattHoskins

Try iOS device not showing in iTunes for Windows - Apple Community. Despite the title the same steps can help with a classic.

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turingtest2

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Nov 8, 2020 9:34 AM in response to MattHoskins

You're welcome. 🙂

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MattHoskins Author

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Nov 8, 2020 8:40 AM in response to turingtest2

Well, I have no idea what I did, But... It's finally fixed! ... Here's to another 15yrs of my beloved ipod classic!

I think I ended up deleting the drivers and re-installing them - Coupled with remembering to restart the PC, It seems to have done the trick!

That said, now have a slight issue with playlists and actual syncing properly... But that's a challenge after another glass of wine.

Thanks for your support.

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