Friday, December 14, 2007

How to Connect an Ipod Shuffle to a Mac

Introduction
The iPod shuffle, though small in size is big on storage capacity. It has 1 GB of memory with the ability to hold up to 240 songs. It's easy to connect and upload music. Read on to learn how to connect an iPod shuffle to a Mac.

Instructions
Difficulty: Easy
Things You'll Need
Mac computer
iPod shuffle
Steps

1
Step One
Check your iPod shuffle to determine whether it is the original, stick version or the newer, more compact version.

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Step Two
Make sure your Mac is turned on. You will not be able to access iTunes when it is off.

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Step Three
Turn on your iPod shuffle. Your Mac will not recognize it otherwise.

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Step Four
Plug it directly into a high-power USB port on the Mac if you have the original version. If you have the newer version of the iPod shuffle then place it in the iPod dock connector.

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Step Five
Watch the Mac monitor to ensure iTunes loads automatically. This means a connection has been established.
by eHow Electronics Editor
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Overall Tips & Warnings
*Before connecting an iPod shuffle to a portable Mac, plug the Mac in. Transferring data to the iPod drains power.
*Make sure the connector and the port match before inserting the connector.
*Do not transfer music unless the iPod shuffle is fully charged. If the battery dies, it may result in an incomplete transfer.
*You must connect the iPod shuffle to a high-power USB port. It will not work if you connect it to a low-power USB port, which are located on peripherals.

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