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iPod sad face?

How can I fix my iPod classic 5th Generation? It doesn't turn on. Only appear the sad iPod icon with exclamation warning ⚠️



https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204307 (I've tried this a few times and it actually works for me)


https://discussions.apple.com/thread/518265

iPod Classic

Posted on Jan 5, 2022 1:24 PM

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Posted on Jan 5, 2022 1:43 PM

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 (archived copy). See iPod Service Pricing - Apple Support. You might want to shop around and/or consider an SD conversion kit to replace the failed drive.


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iPod sad face?

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