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    Charging iPod video with old AC adapter

    By Jerrod H.May 12, 2021 7:18 pm UTC

    Q: I have an older, third generation iPod that came with a power adapter that connects to the iPod’s Firewire cable. I wonder: can that adapter can be used to safely charge my new fifth generation iPod as well?

    – Mike

    A: It most certainly can – if, of course, you also have a Firewire-to-Dock Connector cable. Any existing iPod or iPod nano can be charged via Firewire. For other readers, however, the same is not true in the opposite direction: first- to third-generation full size iPods cannot be charged via USB. Below is a full table of each iPod’s charge and sync capabilities over Firewire and USB 2.0.

    iPod Model USB2.0 Firewire
    1st Gen  –  Charge & Sync
    2nd Gen  –  Charge & Sync
    3rd Gen Sync only Charge & Sync
    4th Gen Charge & Sync Charge & Sync
    Photo Charge & Sync Charge & Sync
    5th Gen Charge & Sync Charge only
    1G/2G mini Charge & Sync Charge & Sync
    1G/2G nano Charge & Sync Charge only
    1G/2G shuffle Charge & Sync –

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    Jerrod H.

    Jerrod was a contributing editor at iLounge. He mostly wrote articles about iTunes and iPod accessories. He was known for his in-depth knowledge of both topics and was often able to provide readers with unique insights into the world of Apple products.

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