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iPod mini Help & Technical Support @ EveryiPod.com

Direct links to relevant Apple support documents are organized below for your convenience. Please also see the main iPod technical support section, iPod Q&A, and iPod specs from EveryiPod.com.




Please note that Apple refers to the iPod mini simply as the "iPod mini" and the subsequently released iPod mini 2G as the "iPod mini (2nd Generation)".

Also see:

  • What is the difference between the full-size iPod and the iPod mini?
  • What is the difference between the iPod nano and iPod mini?

Instruction Manuals/User's Guides

Instruction Manuals
Developer's Note - Technical Dimensions (PDF)

General iPod Information

Identification
System Requirements
About Screen Location
Serial Number Location
Iconology
Software Compatibility
Compatible Song Formats
Apple Lossless Compatibility
Determining HD Format
Remaining Space on HD
HD Capacity Information
Temperature Information
Cleaning Tips
In-Ear Headphones Information

General iPod Usage Information

Connection Information
Disconnection Information
Safely Disconnecting
Using USB to Connect to a Mac
Using USB 1.1
Home/Car Stereo Connection
Turning On/Off

Sleep Information
Using Sleep
Using the Hold Switch
Turning On Backlight
Locating Software Version
Startup Disk Unsupported
Deleting Songs/Playlists
Using w/ Multiple Computers
Using Multiple iPods w/ One Computer
Moving Music to a New Computer
Syncing Large Music Collections
Importing Contacts
Storing & Reading Notes
Saving On-The-Go Playlists

iPod mini Specific Info

System Requirements
Included CD Version Information
1st/2nd Gen. Differences
Cable Information
Using the Click Wheel
Using the Belt Clip/Armband
Accessory Compatibility
Frequently Asked Questions
Viewing Contacts Quickly

General iPod Battery & Power Info

Battery FAQ
Battery Indicator Information
Battery Troubleshooting
Battery Care
Battery Tips & Tricks
Charging/Connection Tips
Battery Charging
Power Adapter Information
Using the Power Adapter
AC Adapter Troubleshooting
Playing Music While Charging
Confirm Charged Before Sync
Don't Charge in Carrying Case
Low Battery After Reset

General iPod Troubleshooting Info

Troubleshooting FAQ
Headphones Troubleshooting
Reset Instructions
Restore Instructions
Universal Software Updater
How to Update Software
Won't Turn On (General)

Troubleshooting Specific iPod Symptoms (Mac & Win)

Won't Wake from Sleep
Not Supported Error
Unresponsive After Waking
Hangs at Apple Logo
Only Logo & Name On Startup
Folder w/ "!" When You Turn it On
No Music After iTunes Update
Songs/Audiobooks That Won't Play
Skips to the Next Song
Doesn't Play Music After Format
Music Doesn't Transfer to iPod
Notes Truncated
OK to Disconnect Error
Conflicting Connect/Disconnect Message
Restarts if Connected/Disconnected
Delay/Battery Icon Visible - 2nd Gen.
Wakes when Headphones Connected
Doesn't Display Album Title

Troubleshooting Specific iPod Symptoms (Mac)

Not on Desktop or iTunes
Not on Desktop or iTunes/"!" Icon
On Desktop/Not in Tunes
Not in iPod Updater/Not in iTunes
Install iSight 1.0.2 Update
Not Recognized on USB (2nd Generation)

Troubleshooting Specific iPod Symptoms (Windows)

Troubleshooting Software Install
Pausing After Windows Install
Isn't Recognized
Isn't Recognized on Laptop - USB
Software Not Installed Error
Long Sync Times/Freezes
Firewire Won't Charge
Computer Won't Start/iPod
One at a Time
Some Songs Won't Copy
Copying Large Files
Troubleshooting Contacts/Calendar
Folder w/ "!" After Disconnect

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