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Getting Started with your iPod

The basics of setting up and using your iPod.
Setting up the Third Generation iPod Shuffle
The third-generation iPod Shuffle is different from the other iPods: it doesn’t have a screen. And while there are a few other differences, setting one up is fairly similar to setting up other models. If you're setting up an iPod for the first time with this Shuffle, take heart: it's pretty easy.
Setting up the 5th-Generation Apple iPod nano
For folks who have owned other iPods, setting up the 5th generation iPod nano will seem pretty familiar – though there are a couple of new twists. For those who are enjoying the iPod for the first time with this nano, take heart: it's pretty easy to set up. Just follow these steps and you'll be using your iPod nano to listen to music or take videos in no time.
iPod nano Syncing Options
While the standard iPod content management process has been well fairly well covered in the guide to setting up the 5th-generation iPod nano, there are some options on the main screen that weren't addressed.
Setting up the Second-Generation iPod Touch
Though the second-generation iPod touch is very easy to use, it’s not quite ready to use out of the box; it requires a little bit of set up.
How to Play iPod on A Computer
We all know that iPods are terrific portable media players and that, thanks to their size, they can be taken almost anywhere. But did you know that by using a particular setting on your iPod, you can bring your entire music library with you in a little package and use it to play your iPod on a computer?
Setting Up Your New iPod
So, you just bought an iPod and want to set it up. You’re in luck — it’s pretty easy. Here’s what you need to do.
How to Turn Off a Video iPod
If you just got a Video iPod and haven’t had an iPod before, you may be looking for a very common button found on most consumer electronics: the on/off switch. Well, stop your search because the Video iPod doesn’t have an on/off button.
How to Turn Off an iPod nano
If you just got an iPod nano and haven’t had an iPod before, you may be looking for a very common button found on most consumer electronics: the on/off switch. Well, stop your search because the iPod nano doesn’t have an on/off button.
How to Turn Off an iPod Shuffle
If you just got an iPod Shuffle and haven’t had an iPod before, you may be looking for a very common button found on most consumer electronics: the on/off switch. Well, stop your search because the iPod Shuffle doesn’t have an on/off button.

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