Note 2 stuck at flaushing Samsung logo

[AC Question]

If I try to enter recovery mode I get a page showing volume up to continue and volume down to cancel. I press volume up as I've seen all over the place and get to a page that shows "Downloading ...Do not turn off target!!". I have Kies installed v3.2 and when I plugged the Note into the PC it isn't recognized. I'm at a loss as I can't move forward with any troubleshooting if I can't get Kies to recognize the phone.