Question about Dell DJ MP3 Player

Firmware problem as soon as i start my dj mp3 15G and i am trying to get to the rescue mode by holding the play button, it does nothing, goes to rebuilt library i mean i can not format it,after it says firmware problem does anyone know what i should do??thank you

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If it is a firmware problem, your firmware is needed to boot up your mp3 corrrectly, unforuntately if it is a firmware problem your mp3 player so it is bricked.

Posted on Aug 25, 2007

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