On restart I get the expected boing start up sound and then nothing

Was using the computer just fine. When I rec'd the software update notice, I clicked OK, and upon restart, I get the boing sound and then nothing. A black screen. Is this the mother board? Hard drive? Something else?
Thx

I never just install an update when it presents itself.
Some common tips and recommendations:
Reboot - even in Safe Mode
Close all programs at the least and don't run anyting
Backup and clone your system
Repair your system and clone with Disk Warrior first
Use the combo update whenever possible
Apple has improved the updater and process with 10.5.5+.
When you ask us, I prefer to see "I installed (fill in blank but "security update" or quicktime or whatever it was you actually did).
Some would also recommend running Repair Permissions first.
"Normally" it should work. In real life, we need preventative medicine.

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