How to Connect an Ipod Nano to a PC

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The iPod nano has a slim design and comes in a wide variety of colors. There are different hard drive sizes depending on how much music you want. Read on to learn how to connect an iPod nano to a PC.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Things You’ll Need:

Step1
Make sure the PC is turned on. You can’t transfer data with the power off.
Step2
Power up the nano. The iPod nano must be on to be recognized by the PC when it is connected.
Step3
Connect the larger end of the USB 2.0 cable to the iPod nano. Place the iPod nano in the dock connector.
Step4
Connect the other end of the USB cable to a high-power USB port on the PC.
Step5
If correctly connected, iTunes should open automatically.

Tips & Warnings

  • If you are connecting the iPod nano to a laptop or PC, make sure it is plugged in before connecting the iPod nano.
  • Before connecting the USB cable to the iPod nano or PC, be sure there are no foreign objects on the cable or the USB port on the PC.
  • The iPod nano will not work if the USB cable is connected to a low-power USB port.

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