iPod Can't unlock

[djstarrock]

Hi, I'm having trouble unlocking my iPod Nano 1st gen the switch on the top is in the unlocked position but it still has the little lock sign on the screen and I can't do anything could some one help me.

 

[mad jew]

Weird. Does it change if you plug it into a machine and sync up? If that doesn't help, try restoring the firmware through iTunes. You'll lose everything on the iPod, but this might help if it's not a hardware issue. 🙂

 

[djstarrock]

It also only turns on when plugged in if I unplug it it turn off.

 

[djstarrock]

Its still locked but it doesn't turn off when unplugged now.

 

[mad jew]

Okay, so have you tried restoring it? Remember to back everything up from the iPod if necessary. 🙂

 

[djstarrock]

Yep thats after i've thats after i restored it. still locked

 

[Jasonbot]

Seems like the hold switch connector is not working so well, probalbly need to get it replaced.

 

[sandisanderson]

ipod nano

Ya that's wat happened to mine to and I can't fix it I tried do everything on here but it won't work. And it's making me realy mad so I'm gona buy a new 1!That happened to my friends and I remember she pushed the button hard 4 it to unlock I tried that with a knife and it took the top off!(don't use a knife lol) but it still turns on when i plug it in. it's stil on lock though😡😡😡😡 where can I get 1 of those things

 

[pisces03x]

If you buy a new one, Apple wins. Call 'em and get it replaced.