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Fix: ‘Windows is Uninstalling This Device’ Warning When iPod is Connected

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Updated onOctober 4, 2023

updated onOctober 4, 2023

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iPods are great for playing multimedia files, and many Windows users use iPods on daily basis. However, some Windows 10 users are having issues with their iPods and they are getting Windows is uninstalling this device message when they connect their iPod.

How to Solve “Windows is Uninstalling This Device” Error When Connecting iPod with a Windows 10 Computer

Solution 1 – Reinstall iTunes and Apple support software

The first thing we’re going to try is reinstalling iTunes and Apple support software. If you’re not sure how to do that, just follow these instructions:

Solution 2 – Stop Apple Mobile Device service and iTunes helper

Next solution on our list is stopping Apple Mobile device service. Here’s how to do that:

After you’ve done this you need to close iTunes helper from Task Manager:

Your iPod should be now visible in My Computer.

Solution 3 – Reinstall the device from Device Manager

Try with reinstalling iPod from Device Manager. If you’re not sure how to do that, follow these instructions:

Solution 4 – Download ShadePod and change iTunes settings

And if nothing mentioned above didn’t solve the problem, you can try with downloading ShadePode and changing iTunes settings. Here’s exactly what you need to do:

Everything should work now, but remember not to eject iPod from iTunes, instead just unplug it from your PC. If you have any comments or questions, just write them down in the comments, below.

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Ivan Jenic

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Ivan has delved deep into understanding the Windows OS, with a specialization in drivers and driver troubleshooting.