How do I fix the red X on my iPod?

How do I fix the red X on my iPod?

You need to restart your iPod before putting it into Diagnostic Mode. Check that your hold switch is off by sliding the switch away from the headphone jack. Toggle it on and off to be safe. Press and hold the following combination of buttons simultaneously for approximately 10 seconds to reset the iPod.

Why was the iPod classic discontinued?

According to Tim Cook speaking at WSJD Live, the iPod Classic was discontinued because the parts were unavailable and a redesign was unwarranted given the small amount of consumer interest in the product.

What was the last generation of iPod classic?

sixth-generation 160GB iPod Classic
On September 9, 2014, Apple discontinued the iPod classic. The last product in the iPod line to use the original 30-pin iPod connector was the sixth-generation 160GB iPod Classic, which was also discontinued September 2014.

How do I run diagnostics on my iPod classic?

Press down both thumbs for about 6 seconds until your iPod reboots. Immediately move your left thumb around to the rewind button |<< on the left and hold this down together with SELECT for a further 6 seconds. Your iPod should now switch into Diagnostic Boot mode.

Can you factory reset an iPod classic without iTunes?

Common Solution: Format iPod touch Without iTunes Hold the Home Menu and Sleep buttons at the same time until the iPod restarts and the Apple logo appears. If your iPod boots, go into the Settings: General > Reset. There you will find several settings to reset the iPod.

How do I know if my iPod hard drive is bad?

Large numbers of Reallocs or Pending Sectors would suggest your drive is failing and that you may need to repair or replace your iPod. Check your stats after another attempt to update your iPod. If the numbers increase that again points to hard drive failure.

Can you repair an iPod classic?

The most common repairs for iPod Classics are a battery or hard drive replacement. These are the components that usually die first, but often they are the only pieces that need to be replaced to get an old iPod working like new. Most of the models are not too difficult to open except the 6th generation.