Ipod Classic 3rd gen: USB Charging Modification

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Published Sep 8, 2026

IPod Classic 3rd gen restomod Part III: USB Charging Modification

Let's face it - the 3rd gen Ipod is a pain to use in the modern day and age because of the requirement to charge via FireWire. But not anymore! Thanks to a really hacky solution, using a 5v to 12v boost converter you can now charge the 3rd gen ipod using a USB charger.

Links to parts:
Converter https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/193540864083
Battery https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/290768308403

Other useful tools and consumables:
* Cheap and good tweezer set (https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B07N2QGS75/?&tag=trp0b-21)
* UNI-T UT139C Digital Multimeter (https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B08FCD7R9P/?&tag=trp0b-21)
* Wiha Plier Set (https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B001J71KC0/?&tag=trp0b-21)

1:00 Parts and Tools
1:37 Disassembly
3:30 Wiring the motherboard
5:25 Connecting the 12V to 5V converter
7:50 Final reassembly
8:50 Notes and Outtro

Category: Classic

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