I am going to flipping scream.
How can someone mess up a Zune? I don't know if my impatience bit me in the ass once again or what.... here is what happened.
I posted this on the zune support forum here is my cut/paste:
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All I know, from what I've read on the Zune forums recently, is that there have been a ton of problems with the Zune software not working with or recognizing the device, if used with XP Service Pack 3.
I recently updated to SP3, and I did have some problems at first. At first, it wasn't recognizing my Zune in the software. About a month ago, I let the Zune alone for awhile, and the battery completely died. I almost sent my Zune in, due to the SP3 problems, but instead let it charge through my laptop (my docking station bit the big one, so I used my syncing cable to charge my Zune) Even when charged, it wasn't being recognized. I can't remember what I did to get it to work, though.
No, the battery cannot be removed. It's sealed in. Wish they could be removable, though.
Schade, which version of the Zune is involved? I have the 80 GB version.