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Why can't iTunes connect to my iPod?

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To fix the issue, check your settings andnetworkconnections on your iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, Mac,PC, orApple TV. If you have a separate issue where iTunesdoesn'trecognize your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch whenyouconnect the device to your computer using a USB cable,gethelp.


People also ask, why won't iTunes recognize my iPod?

When iTunes on your computerdoesn'trecognize your connected device, you might see anunknownerror or a "0xE" error. If you do, follow these steps andtry toconnect your device again after each step: Make sure thatyour iOSdevice is unlocked and on the Home screen. Restart yourcomputerand iPhone, iPad, or iPod.

Likewise, why can't my iPhone connect to iTunes on my computer? Try connecting to a different USB port to seeifiTunes recognizes your device. Check eachconnectionto make sure the cable is fully plugged into yourdevice and intothe computer. Restart your device: tryconnectingagain. Restart your computer: Restart yourMac or PCcomputer and try connectingagain.

Keeping this in view, how do you connect an iPod to iTunes?

Here's how:

  1. Connect your iOS device to your computer with a USB cable,thenopen iTunes and select your device.
  2. Click Summary on the left side of the iTunes window.
  3. Select "Sync with this [device] over Wi-Fi."
  4. Click Apply.

Why is my iPod not syncing to iTunes?

If syncing fails, the Sync button isgreyedout and not available at all, or if you try tosyncand nothing transfers over to the iPhone, iPod,or iPad, youmay simply need to authorize the computer withiTunes: OpeniTunes with the iOS device attached tothe computer throughUSB.

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What do I do if my iPod won t sync to iTunes?

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  1. Run iTunes and connect your iPhone, iPod, or iPad to yourPC.Once the iDevice appears in iTunes, click on it.
  2. Next, click “Music” on the left. If iTunessays“iCloud Music Library is On”, turn it off.
  3. Back to iTunes, make sure that the box next to“SyncMusic” is checked.

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How can I reset my iPod?

Press and hold both the Sleep/Wake and Volume Downbuttonfor at least 8 seconds, or until you see the Apple logo.Still needhelp? Plug your iPod into power, then tryagain.

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How can I restore my iPod without iTunes?

Method 1: Reset iPod Touch Mannually
If you want to restore your iPodtouchwithout iTunes, simply hold the Sleep/Wake and Homebuttonsdown for about 10 seconds. Keep holding it down untiltheiPod touch shuts off and begins to restart. Once you seetheApple logo, release the buttons. It is simpleasthat.

Yakira Vandrich

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Can I sync my old iPod to new iTunes?

Once you're on the new computer,installiTunes on it. Once installed, open iTunes,navigateto iTunes preferences (iTunes> Preferenceson aMac, or Edit> Preferences on Windows). Click the Devicesbuttonand make sure 'Prevent iPods, iPhones, and iPadsfromsyncing automatically' is checked.

Vaida Sardo

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How do you reset an iPod nano?

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  1. Press and hold the Sleep/Wake button and the Home button atthesame time.
  2. Wait for the Apple logo to appear. The screen will go blackandthe Apple logo will appear. This process takes 6-8 seconds.
  3. Release the buttons. Your iPod Nano should boot normally.

Everardo Picornell

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Does iTunes still support iPod classic?

The iPod Classic is no longer supported bythesoftware, period. Backwards compatibility is not considered andoldversions of iTunes are not provided by Apple. In fact,thesupport personnel are forbidden to provide anolderversion.

Nicefora Galarraga

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How do you reset an iPod shuffle?

How to force restart your iPod shuffle
  1. Unplug your iPod shuffle from its charger and fromyourcomputer.
  2. Use the power switch to turn off your iPod shuffle. If youseegreen by the switch, your device is on. (Can't find thepowerswitch?)
  3. Wait for ten seconds. Then turn on your iPod shuffleagain.

Naiara Mullerklein

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How do I set up my iPod touch with iTunes?

Method 1 Performing the Initial Setup
  1. Power it on.
  2. Start the Setup process.
  3. Choose your language and location.
  4. Connect to a wireless network.
  5. Decide between restoring an old backup or setting up the iPodasnew.
  6. Log in with your Apple ID.
  7. Choose whether or not to use iCloud.
  8. Enable or disable Siri.

Cristiana Marthiensen

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How do I transfer music from my old iPod to iTunes?

To add some or all of the music fromyouriPod to your iTunes library, go to either File>Add File to Library or File > Add Folder to LibraryiniTunes for Windows. If you're using a Mac, go to File>Add to Library. Then, select the files or folder you wanttoadd.

Albana Haynes

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How do I connect my iPod shuffle to iTunes?

How to enable disk use on your iPod shuffle
  1. Open iTunes.
  2. Connect your iPod shuffle to your computer.
  3. Select the Device button near the top-left cornerofiTunes.
  4. On the "Summary" screen, check the Enable disk use box(under"Options").
  5. Click Apply.

Danna Nembrini

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What do you do when your iPod says disabled connect to iTunes?

This will erase the device and its passcode.
  1. Connect your iOS device to your computer and open iTunes.
  2. While your device is connected, force restart it: Press andholdthe Sleep/Wake and Home buttons at the same time.
  3. When you see the option to Restore or Update,chooseRestore.
  4. Wait for the process to finish.

Susan Kis

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How do I sync my iPod with iTunes on Windows 10?

How to enable Wi-Fi syncing in iTunes 12 forWindows10
  1. Launch iTunes from your desktop, Start menu, or taskbar.
  2. Connect your iPhone, iPad or iPod to your computer withyourLightning to USB or 30-pin USB cable.
  3. Click the device button — it looks like a small iPhoneandit is located near the top-left of the window.

Harvinder Matzen

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How do you connect an iPod to a laptop?

Here's how:
  1. Connect your iOS device to your computer with a USB cable,thenopen iTunes and select your device.
  2. Click Summary on the left side of the iTunes window.
  3. Select "Sync with this [device] over Wi-Fi."
  4. Click Apply.

Dalmau Gorraiz

Reviewer

How do you reset an iPod touch on iTunes?

Plug your iPod Touch in to your computer usingtheUSB cable, and click on your iPod's name in theiTunesmenu bar. Click the "Summary" tab, then click"Restore iPod,"and click "Restore" again on thealert window that warns youthat this process will erase yoursettings.

Meissa Remigius

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Why can't I sync my iPod?

Check the iTunes version and USB cable whenipodwon't sync with itunes. Authorize your iTunes andcomputerwhen ipod won't sync with itunes. Restartthecomputer or reboot your iPod. Reset and restoreyouriPod.

Romona Polena

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What is disk mode on an iPod?

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Apple's iTunes on its main screen displays thecontrolthat enables Disk use when an iPod isconnected viathe USB-30 pin connector. If this control is set to"ON" theiPod's disk will be mounted on the host computer andthefile system of the computer will accesstheformer.

Hermandina Graaff

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Why can't I see my iPhone on my PC?

If the problem is still there, it mostly is causedbyfaulty drivers. In most cases, the iPhone will belistedunder “Portable Devices” (make sure youriPhoneis connecting to computer). If the devicecan't berecognized by PC, it can be listed under“Otherdevices” with a yellow mark.

Aureliano Elishaphat

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Why is my account disabled in app store and iTunes?

Often this message (“Apple ID hasbeendisabled”) means that you have abillingissue–usually an unpaid iTunes orAppStore order. If you can still access youraccountinformation, check your billing information andupdate your paymentmethod and any other settings.

Naoual Acuriola

Supporter

How do I get my device to show up in iTunes?

View your device by clicking on thebuttonthat shows your device's name in theupper-rightcorner of the iTunes window. If you're in theiTunesStore, click the Library button in the upper-rightcorner first. Ifyou don't see your device, selectView > HideSidebar.

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