My 2nd gen ipod touch wont start?

i have my old 2nd gen ipod and i pushed restore and it went to the startup screen, and it wont get past the apple.Every now and then the screen flashes. Ive tried connected it but since it hasn't started i cant get to it on itunes so what do i do???

Try:
- iOS: Not responding or does not turn on
- Also try DFU mode after try recovery mode
How to put iPod touch / iPhone into DFU mode « Karthik's scribblings
- If not successful and you can't fully turn the iPod fully off, let the battery fully drain. After charging for an least an hour try the above again.
- If still not successful that indicates a hardware problem and an appointment at the Genius Bar of an Apple store is in order.
Apple Retail Store - Genius Bar

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