How long does it take to format an Ipod Mini on a PC?

[ericboo]

During the software install, I plugged in the Mini when it said and started the format process as instructed. It says formatting and the Mini says not to disconnect, but how friggin' long should it take? It is a 4GB drive for g*d sake.

 

[Sqube]

How long have you been waiting?

Wait 5 more minutes.

 

[ericboo]

Already waiting about 10 minutes.

 

[Pepsi90919]

if it's not done in 15 minutes,



just wait longer.

 

[ericboo]

Excellent! You work as Dell tech support?

 

[n0cmonkey]

30 minutes.

 

[ericboo]

Better, thanks.

 

[helpme]

Oddly, when I do a software restore (format) on my 2G iPod, it takes only a few seconds. I figure it was just doing a quick format.