Apple ipod nano sixth gen 16gb User Guide

If you want to use iPod nano with both a Mac and a Windows PC
If you’re using iPod nano with a Mac and you want to use it with a Windows PC, you 

 

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must restore the iPod software for use with the PC (see “Updating and Restoring iPod 
Software” on page 72). Restoring the iPod software erases all data from iPod nano, 
including all songs.

Restoring the iPod software erases all data from iPod nano, including songs.

You cannot switch from using iPod nano with a Mac to using it with a Windows PC, 
without erasing all data on iPod nano.

Updating and Restoring iPod Software

You can use iTunes to update or restore iPod software. You should update iPod nano to 
use the latest software. You can also restore the software, which puts iPod nano back 
to its original state.

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If you choose to update, the software is updated, but your settings and songs  
aren’t affected.

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If you choose to restore, all data is erased from iPod nano, including songs, videos, 
files, photos, and any other data. All iPod nano settings are restored to their  
original state.

  Make sure you have an Internet connection and have installed the latest version of 

iTunes from www.itunes.com/downloads.

  Connect iPod nano to your computer.

  In iTunes, select iPod nano in the device list and click the Summary tab.

The Version section tells you whether iPod nano is up to date or needs a newer version 
of the software.

  Click Update to install the latest version of the software.

Restoring the iPod software erases all data from iPod nano, including songs.

  If necessary, click Restore to restore iPod nano to its original settings (this erases all data 

from iPod nano). Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the restore process.

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