MBP (early 2008) turns off immediately after startup

Machine was working great when I left work Friday. When I got into office Monday, noticed machine was extremely hot and in sleep mode.
Machine wouldn't wake up, so I powered it down and let it cool off.
Machine has cooled off but won't boot up - every time I try the light on the lid button lights up full brightness for a second, then goes dim, then goes out totally within a second.
From what I've seen through searching the forums, this could be a power supply issue. Any tips greatly suggested.

Take a look at this knowledge base article on MagSafe first and rule that out.
Any of the items you list could be an issue. The best way to find out is a visit to an Apple genius bar where they can run some diagnostics and see where the problen is in the system.

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