If you don’t have a computer with iTunes, see the next section for instructions on resetting your iPod using the iCloud website.
If you are asked for a passcode after connecting your iPod to your computer, or you’ve never synced your iPod with iTunes on your computer before, see the Using Recovery Mode section below.
Make sure “This Computer” is selected to create a complete local backup.
Because you’ll be doing this remotely, you won’t be able to create a new backup. This means all of your data will be lost, but you’ll be able to load any previous backups you may have created.
If your iPod cannot be contacted by Find My iPhone, you’ll need to try another method in this article.
Because you are using Recovery Mode, you won’t be able to create a backup of your iPod before restoring it. You will lose all data on your iPod.
If your iPod’s Home button doesn’t work, download TinyUmbrella from firmwareumbrella. com, run the program, then click “Enter Recovery Mode. "
If this process still doesn’t let you restore your iPod, see the next section.
If your iPod does not have a working Home button, download TinyUmbrella from firmwareumbrella. com. Run the program and click “Enter DFU Mode” to proceed.
