Browsing the internet I have discovered that there are a few iPod owners who have been fixing their broken iPods with a rather simple solution. A few months ago my iPod locked up and gave me the sad error face reminiscent of the icon you get on a Mac unable to bootup. After trying to fix it by using the restore function in iTunes as well as the iPod soft, I was quite peeved at the prospect of shelling out another 300 dollars or so dollars for a new one. Deciding I didn't really use my iPod enough to justify buying another one I angrily whacked my iPod against my desk a few times in frustration. After such loving care, the screen glowed and came to life proudly displaying the apple logo on the screen. Since this incident my drive doesn't make any weird whirring sounds and has given me no problems. The lesson to be learned is that if your iPod is no longer under warranty, you might as well give a good whack before spending any money on it. It may very well fix whatever is ailing your iPod.
**DISCLAIMER** If you break your iPod or crack the screen by whacking it too hard, I bear no responsibility as this is just a last ditch suggestion. Obviously you should use your warranty if it is still in effect.
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