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How to update iPod for Windows using Windows?
update iPod for Windows using Windows.
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If you are using Windows ME and the original iPod, download and install the latest iPod Updater from http://www.apple.com/ipod/download/.
From time to time Apple expects to release versions of this application that have newer versions of iPod software. These later versions may include new functions or improvements to existing features. You can check to see if the latest iPod Updater contains new software for your iPod by comparing the software version listed on the iPod Updater download page for your model iPod to the version currently installed on your iPod. Connect your iPod to your computer using the USB or FireWire cable that came with your iPod.
If the iPod Updater you just installed contains newer software for your iPod, you will be prompted to update your iPod after you connect it to your PC as shown below. Simply select Run Updater and the iPod Updater will open. Click Update to start the process.

If you want to manually launch the iPod Updater, follow these steps:On the Start menu, point to All Programs.
Point to iPod under All Programs.
Point to the most recent iPod Updater listed and then click the iPod Updater YYYY-MM-DD.
Alternatively, in My Computer, try entering the following address:
C:Program FilesiPod
Then, open the latest "iPod Updater YYYY-MM-DD" folder and then launch the iPod Updater application.
If your iPod is formatted for a Mac, you will not be able to update your iPod using a PC unless you restore it. You will see a message on your PC saying that your iPod is not readable and that it needs to be formatted. If this applies to your iPod please read the this procedure.
Depending on the model iPod you have and whether you are using a USB or FireWire connection to connect your iPod, you may be asked to leave you iPod attached to the computer for the update to complete or you may be asked to connect the iPod to the iPod Power Adapter that came with your iPod (not all iPod models ship with a power adapter). Be sure to follow the onscreen instructions to complete the update. After reading the instructions you can close the iPod Updater.
During the update process, you will notice an Apple logo and progress bar appear on the iPod display. Once this is completed, you can resume normal use of your iPod. If you notice a different icon on the iPod screen read this article and the follow the related instructions.
If you are using Windows ME and the original iPod, download and install the latest iPod Updater from http://www.apple.com/ipod/download/.
From time to time Apple expects to release versions of this application that have newer versions of iPod software. These later versions may include new functions or improvements to existing features. You can check to see if the latest iPod Updater contains new software for your iPod by comparing the software version listed on the iPod Updater download page for your model iPod to the version currently installed on your iPod. Connect your iPod to your computer using the USB or FireWire cable that came with your iPod.
If the iPod Updater you just installed contains newer software for your iPod, you will be prompted to update your iPod after you connect it to your PC as shown below. Simply select Run Updater and the iPod Updater will open. Click Update to start the process.

If you want to manually launch the iPod Updater, follow these steps:
If your iPod is formatted for a Mac, you will not be able to update your iPod using a PC unless you restore it. You will see a message on your PC saying that your iPod is not readable and that it needs to be formatted. If this applies to your iPod please read the this procedure.
Depending on the model iPod you have and whether you are using a USB or FireWire connection to connect your iPod, you may be asked to leave you iPod attached to the computer for the update to complete or you may be asked to connect the iPod to the iPod Power Adapter that came with your iPod (not all iPod models ship with a power adapter). Be sure to follow the onscreen instructions to complete the update. After reading the instructions you can close the iPod Updater.
During the update process, you will notice an Apple logo and progress bar appear on the iPod display. Once this is completed, you can resume normal use of your iPod. If you notice a different icon on the iPod screen read this article and the follow the related instructions.
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