iPod software 2.1: About Windows ME Support
Products Affected
iPod, iPod, Windows OS
To use an iPod that has iPod 2.1 or later software with Microsoft Windows ME, you'll first need to restore iPod to a previous version of the software.
Windows ME works with iPod software 1.3 through 2.0.2. Windows ME does not work with iPod software 2.1 or later or with iPod mini software 1.0 or later.
To use an iPod that has iPod software 2.1 with Windows ME, restore your iPod using the original CD that came with it.
If your iPod is repaired, chances are it will come back with the latest version of iPod software. In this case, you'll need to restore it to a previous version.
Note: iTunes for Windows (and iPod models that come with iTunes) only work with Windows Vista, Windows XP, and Windows 2000.
Related documents
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