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rt110

macrumors newbie
Original poster
Aug 24, 2012
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So...
I wanted to reset my ipod touch before giving it to my kids, so I used the reset function in the settings menu to wipe it.

But after waiting a while I found the ipod showing the 'connect cable to itunes' picture, however the device was not detected by itunes although it was plugged in (and I tried a second cable, and a second mac, just to make sure).

So I manually put the device into DFU mode using the home and power button, and now the device is showing a blank screen and is as lifeless as can be.

But it is still not detected by itunes, so I cannot ask itunes to restore the software. Has the ipod gone? Is it fit only to be buried? Itunes is up to date, and I have tried on another machine as well, and have tried a spare cable.

If anyone has had a similar issue and figured out a solution I'd be very grateful!
 

lucasapple

macrumors newbie
Aug 24, 2012
1
0
New York
I've had that happen to me a couple times! Try holding down both the power button and the home button until the Apple logo shows.
 
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