How to Eject Before Disconnecting an iPod Nano Charger
- 1). Open iTunes on your computer and connect the iPod to your computer using the iPod USB cable.
- 2). Sync any media with your iPod that you want, and allow your Nano to charge as long as needed.
- 3). Locate the "Eject" button next to your iPod's name in iTunes when you are ready to disconnect it.
- 4). Click the "Eject" button.
- 5). Disconnect the USB cable from the iPod after the "OK to Disconnect" progress bar finishes.
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