format an iPod ('caus it doesn't work anymore)

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fabio

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hi


a friend of mine got an ipod 3g, and the problem, that if he tries to start, a folder icon with a "!" appears.

if i go to the diagnostic mode, and start the HDD test, that shows only "HDD FAIL".

so, is it somehow possible to format the HDD of the iPod??

he/it doesn't mount
 
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You could try doing a software update if it would mount, but since it doesn't, it looks as though the harddrive may be shot...

Since the test confirms this, I think you may have a dead ipod.

Warranty? If not, cut your losses and sell the parts on eBay...
 

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