Apple tv 2 status light is blinking fast

hi after a restore
apple tv is not working now
1. No video signal at all
2. plugged in power cable only, status light is blinking fast
3. plugged in micro usb, there is no light
4. can not restore atv2 not recognized by computer (tried several ports, several micro usb cords, mac and win pc)
5. plugged micro isb and power, blinking fast
6. plugged power cord, and hold down menu and play button status light is going to blink faster after stop pressing menu and play it goes on blinking as it blinks before
what should i do ?Any solutions?

I'm having the same problems as you. Any solutions? This is what i'm facing
1. No video signal at all
2. Plugged in power cable only, there is no light
3. Plugged in micro usb, there is flashing light
4. Restore via iTunes is sucessful but problem still persists

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