2007-01-01 11:49:05 · 6 answers · asked by pink_sarah_pink 1 in Entertainment & Music ➔ Other - Entertainment
iPod won't turn on
Find out what to do if your iPod won't turn on.
Several things could prevent iPod from turning on. Check each cause in this order to find out what's wrong.
Make sure the Hold switch is off
Check to see if the Hold switch is on. It's located on the top of iPod. When it's in the on position, you'll see an orange patch.
To turn the hold switch off, slide it until you no longer see the orange patch.
Press any button to turn on iPod.
Make sure the battery is charged
iPod won't turn on if the battery is empty. Instead, a low battery screen appears for about 3 seconds when you try to turn it on.
To charge your iPod, connect your iPod to your computer's built-in 6-pin FireWire or high-powered USB port or connect it to the Apple iPod Power Adapter and plug the power adapter into an electrical outlet. Note: iPod models without a Click Wheel cannot be charged via USB. iPod shuffle requires a high-power USB port to charge. iPod nano and Fifth Generation iPod can charge via USB or FireWire, but they require USB to sync with iTunes. If you're not sure what iPod model you have, click here.
If you are connecting via USB and the battery is completely discharged, there may be up to a 30-minute delay before iPod powers up. Click here for more information.
Reset iPod
If iPod still does not turn on or appears to be "frozen" you may need to reset it. When you reset iPod all your songs and files are saved. Some customized settings may be lost.
Let iPod's battery drain
In rare cases, iPod might get into a state in which it needs to be drained completely before it can be reset. If iPod didn't turn on after you reset it, follow these steps:
Disconnect iPod from all power sources and leave it disconnected for about 24 hours.
Reconnect iPod to the Apple iPod Power Adapter or computer and reset it.
Update iPod's software
If iPod turns on after you reset it, download the latest version of the iPod Software Updater, and update iPod.
Additional information
If you have tried the solutions above and iPod still won't turn on, check the following:
Make sure iPod is the only device in your FireWire or USB chain. Disconnect everything but the mouse, keyboard, and your iPod, then see if it will turn on.
Make sure you are using the FireWire or USB cable that came with your iPod, and that the cable is in good condition.
Try connecting iPod to the built-in port of a different computer to see if that works.
If you still can't turn iPod on after performing these steps, it may need to be repaired. You can arrange for repair at the iPod Service Website.
2007-01-01 13:02:46 · answer #1 · answered by Sergey K 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
How long did you keep your ipod plugged in the computer? When the ipod's battery is completely drained it takes about 3 to 5 minutes before the computer recognize it. Also, make sure you don't have the Hold switch on.
2007-01-01 11:54:13 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
My Ipod is doing the same thing. My friend says it may need a new battery.
2007-01-01 11:51:31 · answer #3 · answered by chriscornelluv@sbcglobal.net 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
theres a button on the top of your ipod and its a lock button.you can put it to the left or right.if u put it to the opposite side that urs is on it might turn on.(it might have been locked so u couldnt do nothin)
2007-01-01 12:00:44 · answer #4 · answered by V Uchiha 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try turning the Hold button off.
2007-01-01 11:56:55 · answer #5 · answered by -M- 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Flip the little tiny switch on the top of the i-pod (top left side?) from orange to white and then it will work again.
:)
2007-01-01 11:57:31 · answer #6 · answered by allen_penn 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋