MBP - no display - solid sleep light...  HELP

Hi all -
Brand new holiday Mac user here... i've searched, yet can't get the specifics i'm in search of...
I just cracked the seal on my new Mac Book Pro 20 minutes ago... after initial set up, I got the message to download the new EFI update... after funning update, i then shut down as instructed... now, NOTHING... my Mac Book won't come back on...
Can anyone help me here... i'm losing my mind wondering what's goin on with my new $2000 toy, before I've had a chance to enjoy it...
i've tried all the various resets and battery pulls... nothing is working - light just glowing at me...
thx a million and Happy New Year -

You need to use the Firmware Restoration CD:
http://www.apple.com/support/downloads/firmwarerestorationcd12.html
You'll need another computer to burn the CD on, then follow the instructions in the article to the letter. After that your MBP should be fine.

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