I plug my nano into my compute (windows 7) It charges with the orange light but the computer does not recognize it. Halp!

Hey Snouserz,

Thanks for the question, and welcome to Apple Support Communities.

I understand that your iPod shuffle is not recognized in iTunes. The following troubleshooting assistant may provide a resolution:

Apple - Support - iPod shuffle - iTunes Troubleshooting Assistant

http://www.apple.com/support/ipodshuffle/assistant/itunes/

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Thanks,

Matt M.