iPod (5th generation): Songs and other content do not appear after updating to software version 1.2.2

Issue or Symptom

• iPod (5th generation) does not display any songs or content on the device after updating to iPod software 1.2.2. No information or data is lost after updating to iPod software 1.2.2 but the contents will not be displayed on the device

Products affected

• iPod video (5th generation)


• iPod Software 1.2.2

Solution

For Windows XP, Windows Vista, or Mac OS X

Please update to iTunes 7.5 or later. If the issue still persist with iTunes 7.5, try removing and the reinstalling iTunes 7.5.

For Windows 2000

Please follow the steps below to remove iPod Software 1.2.2 and restore your iPod

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