Mac Pro Stuck in Firmware update

My macpro is stuck in a firmware update.
The progress bar never showed up after holding the power button down and seeing the light blink and hearing the long beep.
This Macpro does not have a raid.
I have burned a firmware restoration disk and am using these instructions from Apple to attempt to get my machine working again.
http://www.apple.com/support/downloa...ationcd11.html
However I cant get my MacPro to even open the drive slot. I have rebooted by holding down the mouse button and also by using option, but no dice.
Any suggestions?

OK, thanks.
So I restored the original firmware, and I got through the update.
Here is what the update instructions should say:
"Once the flashing starts continue holding until the light is steady again."
I thnk my problem was that I released the button too soon.
Bob

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