Ipod 2nd gen won't start, requests restore. Alternative?

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Ipod 2nd gen won't start, requests restore. Alternative?

My iPod died the other day so I charged it and the Apple logo showed up followed by the connect to itunes sign. I connected it a few days later and it says my iPod is in the proces of restoring and I have to restore it. However I don't want to lose anything! I have the best music and old games that I will lose forever because they were never backed up on my computer. I have tried holding down the power and home buttons repeatedly but nothing changes. Please help me! Thanks

iPod nano, iOS 4.3.1

Posted on Feb 19, 2014 5:02 PM

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lllaass

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Feb 20, 2014 2:45 AM in response to velvet2

You have to restore now and thus erase the iPod. If problems:

- iOS: Not responding or does not turn on

- Also try DFU mode after try recovery mode

How to put iPod touch / iPhone into DFU mode « Karthik's scribblings

- If not successful and you can't fully turn the iOS device fully off, let the battery fully drain. After charging for an least an hour try the above again.

- Try another cable

- Try on another computer

- If still not successful that usually indicates a hardware problem and an appointment at the Genius Bar of an Apple store is in order.

Apple Retail Store - Genius Bar

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