What is going on with my iPod, and how do I fix it?

Question

I have silver, 80 GB video iPod (latest generation, but i don't know which it is). I came home today and found this message on my ipod.

"This game cannot be launched. This may be the result of a full iPod. For more information, please visit http://apple.com/support/ipod."

(Note: my iPod is definatly not full. I have maybe 4 GB used up on there so far)

I have tried pushing all the keys, including the hold button. They are not responding. When I plug it in, the computer makes the sound that registers that it has plugged in, but the ipod icon does not show up on itunes.

Help!

Answer 1

if you press play button and select (the middle "O" one) button together and hold it for few seconds, it will take you might be able to connect to itune (your ipod has to be plugged in on your computer) if you get that far just reset your ipod (it will erase everything on your ipod)

Answer 2

i emailed apple a while ago for my ipod. this is what they said:

I understand your iPod is not appearing in iTunes. I know how frustrating this can be, and I'd like to help you by showing you some articles that might help you troubleshoot this problem:

If you're using a Mac, read these:

iPod missing in iTunes and Mac desktop

http://www.info.apple.com/kbnum/n60950

iPod does not appear in iPod Updater or iTunes in Mac OS X

http://www.info.apple.com/kbnum/n61937

If you're running Windows, read these:

iPod missing in "My Computer" or in iTunes for Windows

http://www.info.apple.com/kbnum/n61711

iPod shows up in Windows but not in iTunes

http://www.info.apple.com/kbnum/n93716

iTunes for Windows: iTunes 7 doesn't recognize iPod

http://www.info.apple.com/kbnum/n304434

You'll also find a wide variety of helpful iPod troubleshooting tips, tutorials, and service information here: http://www.apple.com/support/ipod

I hope this helps resolve the problem you are experiencing with your iPod. If it does not, AppleCare (Apple's technical support department) will be able to assist you further.

http://www.apple.com/contact/

I hope you find the above information helpful. Please don't hesitate to reply to this email should you have any further questions or concerns.