IMac i3 new not starting

After using for a week when I am trying to start my Mac - screen stuck on white with apple and do nothing.
please help

Is this a new Mac? If so call AppleCare. If not, or in the meantime, you could look through the suggestions here:
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS2570

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