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How to Restore iPod to Factory Settings

By Sam Costello, About.com

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Sync Restored iPod

ipod restore software, step 6

After the restoration process has completed, iTunes will pop up a window letting you know that it’s done.

Now you’ve got an empty, freshly formatted iPod. Now you can sync the iPod with your computer and download your iTunes library again.

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