Can I use an ipod shuffle 4th gen charger with an ipod shuffle 2nd generation?

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Can I use an ipod shuffle 4th gen charger with an ipod shuffle 2nd generation?

Basically, last week I lost my ipod shuffle (4th gen). ****. so consequently I have bought a second hand 2nd gen shuffle, thinking that the USB - minijack cable would work fine - and it fits perfectly. But my 'new' ipod is not showing up in itunes, and neither is it illuminating...

I spoke to Apple Support, and they suggested plugging it in for an extended period of time, as the battery may be 100% flat, but after an hour still nothing.

Any ideas, folks?

Ta!

Posted on Jul 14, 2012 12:29 PM

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Answer 1

Jul 14, 2012 1:20 PM in response to chimes2

The USB cable for the 4th gen iPod has a different connector at the iPod end. This is the replacement part for the one used by the 4th (and 3rd) gen shuffle

http://store.apple.com/us/product/MC003ZM/A

and it states at the bottom that it is only compatible with the 3rd and 4th gen shuffle.

This is the replacement part for a second gen shuffle (with a "mini-dock").

http://store.apple.com/us/product/MA694G/A

It's somewhat expensive compared to $49 for a brand new shuffle. There are cheaper third-party replacements (most have just the connector with no dock) available on Amazon and eBay, and elsewhere. Just make sure it is described as being for the 2nd gen shuffle.

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Jul 14, 2012 1:44 PM in response to Kenichi Watanabe

Ah, ok. Thanks!

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