Cannot reboot Mac OS X even with installation disk

Hi,
After I struggled with the OpenDirectory setup - making the system
as standalone OpenDirectory server, I reboot my MacPro expecting
better behavior (I have FTP problem which I don't understand).
Then the machine never boots up - even with Tiger Installation
Disk in the DVD slot.
I'm new to Mac Server operation/management - any idea how to
recover it ?
Thanks for your help !
clueall

You would be better served, pun intended, in the appropriate Server Forum. Choose from the list.
Cheers! DALE

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