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iPod Nano 3rd Generation: iPod immediately ejecting after plugged in

Sat, 21 Feb 2026 12:48:28 -0700

I recently got an iPod 3rd Generation, but for some reason, it ejects when plugged into my M5 MacBook Pro. I've tried a different cable and putting it in disk mode, but nothing works. Anyone know how to fix this?

iPod Nano 3rd Generation: iPod nano 3rd gen charging fuse?

Sat, 23 Aug 2025 12:41:51 -0700

I have two ipod nano 3rd gens, I only need to fix one but there are multiple problems, the first one has water damage and will not hold a charge even after a successful battery replacement, I think the charging fuse is corroded, second one has damage to the motherboard but I know has and okay charging fuse. I want to swap out the fuses, I have zero idea where the fuses are.

iPod Nano 3rd Generation: Why cant I put any videos on it?

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 20:40:55 -0700

every time I put videos onto it on Itunes, it say "cannot be played on this device" i tried all different video formats and I don't understand.

iPod Nano 3rd Generation: Replaced Battery - Dead, No Charging, No PC Hardware Detect

Wed, 16 Oct 2024 03:02:30 -0700

I was asked to change the battery in an iPod Nano 3rd Gen for a friend. I’m not new to device repair and everything was straightforward in the guide. Soldered a new battery in and the device doesn’t appear to charge and hooking to a PC does not mount the device.

Now, I was asked to change the battery because the unit was dead, but I have no idea for how long. I never saw it work before changing the battery.

They are wanting to keep the content on it, so as a last resort, they ordered another battery and I replaced once again. Same thing… just dead.

I have a USB current meter and I put that in line with the charging cable. The current reads 0.00A output which tells me it’s not even attempting to charge or power the unit.

What I would like to know is whether this iPod should power up with only USB connectivity (and even no battery), or if the unit needs a working battery to operate at all. If it should be detected by a PC with no battery, then I suspect the logic board is dead.

⟐ Commented October 16, 2024 at 3:02 MST

iPod Nano 3rd Generation: replacing old battery(3wires) by a 2 wires battery

Wed, 16 Oct 2024 02:58:46 -0700

After the odyssey of opening the ipod, the original battery with 3wires (red, black and white) was replaced by a 2 wires battery and it worked fine for hours.

Unfortunately it is no charging when plugged, and it seems a common issue for whose who has replaced battery.

Is ther any way to fake the temperature sensor through a shortcut?

maybe installing a resistor?

ideas?

The dimensions of required battery are not very standard or easy to find.

iPod Nano 3rd Generation: iPod nano gen3 software problem

Wed, 31 May 2023 06:53:32 -0700

My ipod nano gen 3 doesn't load his operating system. I thought it was because of low charge but when i charged him nothing happened. It is my old ipod and it is important for me as memory. I wanted to recover him but i used apple mac and i connected ipod to finder and after "preparing" mac said that software is unavailable. I used other windows computer and i get error 1675 from itunes, problem with communication. I opened back cover because i thought that maybe sething happened inside. Also i cannot access to files on my ipod from computer. I bought new cable and it haven't change nothing also i cannot Boot it because it only react to main and select button to restart. I wanted to download Rockbox software but i cannot access my ipod from computer to load software. I have a suspicion that this is because of problem with NAND flesh memory chip. I want to change this chip, but i have read that i need to program my new chip before replacing but i have no idea how to do it. Can you help me to solve this problem? I would be grateful to you all

iPod Nano 3rd Generation: Corrosion in the bottom charging port

Thu, 29 Dec 2022 21:06:43 -0700

My iPod would power on when plugged in, but wouldn't hold any charge and die as soon as it was unplugged. Brought it to the Apple store and it turns out there's a bit of visible corrosion in the charging port. Is there any way to safely clean up that part to get it working?

iPod Nano 3rd Generation: iPod used to show 3.5 GB FREE but now shows 2.2 GB free

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 06:49:03 -0700

My iPod showed that it had 3.5 GB FREE a few days ago but now it shows 2.2 GB FREE.

⟐ Commented September 22, 2021 at 6:49 MST

iPod Nano 3rd Generation: Corrupted + All music got deleted

Sat, 11 Sep 2021 10:27:28 -0700

All the music got deleted and itunes says its corrupted

iPod Nano 3rd Generation: iPod nano 3rd with bad flash memory?

Thu, 22 Oct 2020 18:45:46 -0700

I have an iPod nano 3rd with a good LCD that boots into nothing, just a white screen. Diagnostics not available either. I suspect a corrupted or dead flash memory. I’m thinking of desoldering it and checking with a tsop48 programmer. Any ideas what else might be an issue? Any ideas on what are some good replacement memory chips that are compatible? I have some old 8gb nand from iPod nano 4th generation.

⟐ Commented October 22, 2020 at 18:45 MST

iPod Nano 3rd Generation: Have To Click Hard On The Click Wheel

Tue, 08 Sep 2020 17:06:17 -0700

In Order To Click On The Click Wheel To Select Something I Have To Click On It Hard

iPod Nano 3rd Generation: iPod shows apple logo while charging but does not turn on

Mon, 29 Apr 2019 13:06:08 -0700

so i have had my apple nano(3rd gen) for a while and it's probably been years since ive used it. I tried to charge it today but it would only show the apple logo(so im not quite sure if its charging or not).Ive tried plugging it into the wall and my macbook. When i plug it its unrecognizable by itunes and it wont reset or go into disk mode.When its not plugged it wont turn on at all not even during my many attempts at resetting it.If it were dead why does it show the apple logo.

iPod Nano 3rd Generation: iPod Nano Backlight schematic

Sun, 15 Apr 2018 14:00:21 -0700

I was wondering if ZXW tool includes any schematics for things other than phones, tablet, ...

I am trying to find a backlight circuit schematic for my iPod Nano 3rd gen. Not having any success online.

Anyone know where I can find it?

Thanks,

Jim

iPod Nano 3rd Generation: Why is my iPod showing up in finder but not in itunes?

Wed, 18 Oct 2017 08:15:13 -0700

tried to reformat but that does not change anything. even in disk mode it wont sync.

any other suggestions?

iPod Nano 3rd Generation: I'm looking for a lens for my iPod.

Wed, 02 Nov 2016 07:23:35 -0700

Is the lens sold separately or do I have to buy the whole front case?

iPod Nano 3rd Generation: Why is iPod nano 3g flashing and beep without LCD screen

Thu, 28 Jul 2016 22:53:13 -0700

why is ipod nano 3g flashing and beep without LCD screen

iPod Nano 3rd Generation: Is a dock connector replacement possible?

Wed, 29 Jun 2016 12:36:59 -0700

If I replace the whole logic board with the dock connector, will I lose all of my songs? Has anyone replaced just the dock connector? I've already changed out the battery but still unable to charge it further. Thanks!

iPod Nano 3rd Generation: iPod nano battery alternative point

Thu, 09 Jun 2016 16:38:13 -0700

Hello friends.

I have a little problem with my ipod nano, when changing the battery it happens that flew the point where it is welded the positive battery plate, I could help where alternative points of the 3 terminals of the battery will be found in the logic card if I pass another accident not bother with another question.

Community thank you very much, I hope you can help me.

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iPod Nano 3rd Generation: it wont keep charge? (battery issue)

Tue, 03 May 2016 00:55:47 -0700

hey i have had my ipod for a couple years and it suddenly has stopped working. it says connect to power when it is on the charger and when i take it off the charger it turns off i and i cannot turn it on i have tried going on to itunes to reset it but itunes cant find it

please help

iPod Nano 3rd Generation: Why does the iPod only play music in the right earbud?

Sat, 30 Apr 2016 22:25:12 -0700

I recently found my old 3rd gen iPod and it only plays through one side. Is there anything I can do or purchase to fix? I'm assuming it is a jack problem because I tried 4 different earbuds.