[CleBrownsfan]

Thanks for that link Dan.

I followed the steps but when still not able to restore the I Touch. I'm able to get to step 4 where it shows me "connect to ITunes" but when I connect me Touch to my computer I get nothing (and I do have and tried 2 usb cables).

Use the following steps to restore your device:

1. Make sure you have the latest version of iTunes installed and running before attempting to update.
2. Connect your device to your computer.
3. Select your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch when it appears in iTunes under Devices.
4. Select the Summary tab.
5. Select the Restore option.
6. When prompted to back up your settings before restoring, select the Back Up option (as seen in the image below). If have just backed up the device, it is not necessary to create another.

The bold: When I open ITunes my device isn't showing up.

I wonder if it's worth paying someone to fix it or just replace it...