disk mode, flashing do not disconnect, not showing in itunes, sync icon is flashing, ipod classic 160gb
Have tried turning apple device services on and off in control panel, restarted pc and i can now see the ipod in file explorer, battry shows that it is charging, is there anything else I can do to restore it?
iPod classic, 160gb
The "Do not disconnect" on the iPod's screen is a good sign. That means the iPod has a data connection, so the cause is more likely to be a problem at the computer end of the connection, related to iTunes or Windows.
If you have not already, try downloading and installing the latest version of iTunes (if your PC runs Windows 7 or later), from here
The background processes that identify when an iPod is connected may not be running properly.
If that does not help, as a test, try shutting down (powering off) your computer, and disconnecting all USB devices. You can leave standard USB keyboard and mouse connected, if used. Do a Reset on the iPod
Learn how to reset your iPod - Apple Support
Start up computer, run iTunes, and connect iPod (not in Disk Mode at this point) to a direct USB port on the computer. Try more than one port.
The "Do not disconnect" on the iPod's screen is a good sign. That means the iPod has a data connection, so the cause is more likely to be a problem at the computer end of the connection, related to iTunes or Windows.
If you have not already, try downloading and installing the latest version of iTunes (if your PC runs Windows 7 or later), from here
The background processes that identify when an iPod is connected may not be running properly.
If that does not help, as a test, try shutting down (powering off) your computer, and disconnecting all USB devices. You can leave standard USB keyboard and mouse connected, if used. Do a Reset on the iPod
Learn how to reset your iPod - Apple Support
Start up computer, run iTunes, and connect iPod (not in Disk Mode at this point) to a direct USB port on the computer. Try more than one port.
Take a look at Re: Corrupt iPod classic. The device should appear in Windows Explorer when in disk mode. If it doesn't that might hint at a damaged cable or fluff in the docking port preventing one of the pins from making contact. If it appears in Windows but not in iTunes then it could be that you have anti-virus software blocking communications.
tt2
tried all these nothing worked, ipod is now only showing the apple icon, tried everything again. back to the do not disconnect flashing sign
Didn't work, taking it to the Apple Store on Monday
What are the HDD stats?
tt2
Didnt get it, just went to a screen that said connect to iTunes to restore.
Then I guess the drive is shot. 😟
tt2
disk mode, flashing do not disconect, not showing in itunes, ipod classic 160gb
