How do I restore 2008 iMac to factory settings?

I want to restore my 2008 iMac to its original settings.
I have already done the erase, but I'm having trouble getting it to start up again.

Giving away / Selling your Mac / Resetting  the computer to  factory condition
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5189
http://www.thesafemac.com/how-to-prepare-your-mac-for-sale/

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