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Corrupt Ipod...is it dead?
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Nov 16, 2006, 04:21 PM
 
I have restored my ipod G4 and every time it restores it just says the ipod is corrupt. Is there anything else i can do?
     
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Nov 16, 2006, 07:32 PM
 
In short, there may be.

Have you tried forcing it into Disk Mode and then restoring it?

Have you tried running the tests in the Diagnostic Mode?

In my experience this is a symptom of impending failure, however, even if you can 'kick it' back into life temporarily.
     
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Nov 16, 2006, 10:51 PM
 
How do I force it into disk mode or run diagnostics?
     
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Nov 17, 2006, 05:18 AM
 
There's really full advice, written by pros, on AppleSupport. You could find it by googling.

In short, hold down the top of the scrollwheel and the centre button until the Apple appears on the iPod's screen. Then shift your grip so that you continue to hold down the centre button, but now press down at the bottom of the scrollwheel.

That should force you into Disk Mode.

To access diagnostic, do the same thing, but shift your grip to hold down the left hand side of the scrollwheel.
     
   
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