iPod (touch wheel): How to Reinsert the FireWire Port Cover

The iPod with touch wheel models come with a FireWire port cover attached to the case. (See Figure 1.)

Figure 1 Location of FireWire port and cover

1. FireWire Port Cover

2. FireWire Port

3. Headphones

4. Hold Switch

The FireWire port cover fits in iPod's FireWire port when it is not in use. The FireWire port cover protects the port from debris and the environment.

Installing the FireWire Port Cover

The FireWire port cover comes attached to iPod. You should not remove the FireWire port cover.

If the FireWire port cover is forcibly removed, it may be possible to reinsert it.

To reinsert the FireWire port cover:

1. Correctly orient the FireWire port cover.

2. Press firmly down on the plug to reinsert into the case:

Figure 2 Inserting the FireWire port cover

If you cannot reinsert the FireWire port cover after performing these steps, it may need to be repaired. You can arrange for repair at the iPod Service Web site (http://depot.info.apple.com/ipod/).