MacBook will not restart after software update

Hi all,
I have downloaded a software update (I think it was the security update 008-08) and rebooted my MacBook. It got as far as the Apple logo with the rotating circle of lines beneath it (no start up beep) and does not boot any further.
Any ideas would be greatly appreciated - do I need to reinstall from the install disk?
Thank you!

Hi imi_uk,
I see you marked this question as "solved" is that the case?
If not, are you able to startup your computer via "safe boot" by holding the SHIFT key on startup (until the Apple logo appears and the gear appears below it).
The next step, would also be to boot off the system restore disc that came with your computer and attempt to repair the volume (the internal HD) via the the built-in disc utility.

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