Tiger does not start after failed software update

Hi,
I ran software update, to install updates for Tiger, 10.4.6. I got a prompt to shut the laptop down, and follow the instructions on startup of the laptop. I pressed the shut down button, I was then told by the instructions to hold down the power button until the white sleep indicator flashes, and the bar travels across the screen. I accidentally let go of the power button and it shut down halfway through the update (I cannot remember what the update was).
Now, when I press the power button, the screen stays blank (no flash or anything), no sounds are produced, but the sleep indicator stays at half brightness, until I force shut down the laptop again (holding down the power button).
How can I get this laptop to start up again normally?
Thanks,
George.

Hi George,
This sounds like a firmware update. Apple has a firmware restoration CD that you can make. What you do is download a disc image of the CD, burn it in another Mac, and then run it on your computer that's not working. The directions are kind of involved, so you might need to print them.
Also, pay special attention on the firmware download page to the section where it tells you which computers it's good for. I've linked to version 1.7, but there are other versions available, too, depending on which computer you have.
charlie

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How can I get this laptop to start up again normally?
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