HP Pavilion Elite HPE 502c gets stuck in a reboot loop

HP Pavilion Elite HPE 502c
Windows 7
When I boot the computer, it gets to the blue screen with the hp logo. then the screen goes black, without the logo. It then goes to the blue screen, then black. It repeats the process untl I turn off the computer.

Hello @aschwan41,
I understand that your HP Pavilion Elite HPE-502c Desktop PC will not start up properly and you are looking for assistance. I am providing you with an HP Support document: Computer Does Not Start (Windows 7), which addresses startup issues that can affect all HP and Compaq desktop, All-in-One, and HP TouchSmart computers that come with Windows 7. I recommend that you review the document and follow the steps that pertain to your particular issue.
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