My iTunes will not recognize my iPod Nano. Yes it is an older 32 pin connector. Yes, I have Windows 10. I have uninstalled and reinstalled iTunes per the instructions from Apple but no go. This page contains information about installing the latest Apple iPod Nano driver downloads using the Apple Driver Update Tool. Apple iPod Nano drivers are tiny programs that enable your MP3 Player hardware to communicate with your operating system software.
- First, it shows what version of the operating system you're currently running. Then it says whether that version is the latest operating system or if there's a software update available. If a new version is available, click Update. If you think there's a new version, but it's not showing up here, you can also click Check for Update.
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- The software version of your device should appear on this screen. On iPod nano (3rd or 4th generation) and iPod classic, press the Center button twice on the About screen to see the software version. On an iPod shuffle.
- Sep 17, 2018 The software version of your device should appear on this screen. On iPod nano (3rd or 4th generation) and iPod classic, press the Center button twice on the About screen to see the software version. On an iPod shuffle.
Apple doesn't release updates to the operating system that powers the iPod as often as it does for the iPhone. That makes sense; fewer iPods are sold these days and new models come out less frequently, so there are fewer changes to make. But any time it does release an iPod software update, you should install it. These software updates include bug fixes, support for new features and the latest versions of macOS and Windows, and other improvements. Even better, they're always free.
You can update iOS devices like the iPhone or iPad wirelessly over the Internet. Unfortunately, iPods don't work that way. The iPod operating system can only be updated using iTunes.
iPods Covered By This Article
This article tells you how to update the operating system on any version of the following iPod models:
A version of these instructions would apply to the iPod mini, too, but since that device is so old that likely almost no one is using it, we're not accounting for it here
What You'll Need
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Ipod Nano Drivers
- One of the iPods listed above
- The latest version of iTunes, installed on your computer (learn about updating iTunes here)
- An iPod-compatible USB cable (one should have come with your iPod)
- A computer
How to Update iPod Software
To update your iPod's operating system, follow these steps:
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- Use the USB cable to connect your iPod to your computer. Depending on your settings, this may launch iTunes and/or sync your iPod. If iTunes does not launch, open it now
- Sync your iPod to the computer (if that didn't happen as part of step 1). This creates a backup of your data. You probably won't need this (though it's always a good idea to back up regularly!), but if something goes wrong with the upgrade, you'll be glad you have it
- Click the iPod icon in the top left corner of iTunes, just beneath the playback controls
- Click Summary in the left-hand column
- In the center of the Summary screen, the box at the top includes a couple of pieces of useful data. First, it shows what version of the operating system you're currently running. Then it says whether that version is the latest operating system or if there's a software update available. If a new version is available, click Update. If you think there's a new version, but it's not showing up here, you can also click Check for Update
- Depending on your computer and its settings, different pop-up windows may appear. They're likely to ask you to enter your computer's password (on a Mac) or confirm that you want to download and install the software. Follow these instructions
- The operating system update is downloaded to your computer and then installed on your iPod. You shouldn't have to do anything during this step except wait. How long it takes will depend on the speed on your Internet connection and your computer, and the size of the iPod update
- After the update is installed, your iPod will automatically restart. When it's started up again, you'll have an iPod running the latest operating system.
Restoring iPod Before Updating Software
In some (not very common) cases, you may need to restore your iPod to factory settings before you can update its software. Restoring your iPod erases all of its data and settings and returns it to the state it was in when you first got it. After it's been restored, then you can update the operating system.
If you need to do this, sync your iPod with iTunes first to create a backup of all your data. Then read this article for step-by-step instructions on how to restore your iPod.