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Lobster wrote:
SWMBO has IIRC a 5th generation 30Gb video ipod, anout 2 years old; it's
just completely dead for no apparent reason. If you try connecting it
into a PC USB port the PC reports it's malfunctioned; it won't take any
charge if plugged directly into a charger. Have tried all the
'resetting' tips etc on Apple's support site etc.

So what next?

1. Attempt a diy repair; ie buy component(s) (which?) from somewhere
(where?) and fit them myself?

Not sure if you've seen http://www.ifixit.com/Guide/iPod/iPo...ation-Video/95

Might help - they also have parts for sale http://www.ifixit.com/Products/iPod-Video/95

Not sure it'd be all that economic to fix though.

2. Send it away somewhere (where?) for repairs

I've a feeling apple had some sort of fixed rate repair service - might be
worth giving applecare a ring to enquire.


3. Bin the bloody thing and buy a new one?

Unfotunately, this might be the most cost effective option

Darren