4.0D Installation and X Server

[murraykr]

I am trying to install 4.0D on an Alphaserver 2100 4/275. As soon as the:

Starting X Server. Please wait...
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message disppears, the console goes blank and all that is left is the mouse cursor in the shape of a square and then the system hangs!

I've been trying to find an answer to why this is happening. Do I need a certain type of monitor to perform the install?

Someone please help. This is driving me insane!!!!!!

 

[johncb]

You will need to have an SVGA monitor, kbd and mouse direct connected to the Alpha.

Check that the SRM has SET CONSOLE GRAPHICS.

good luck

 

[murraykr]

I've tried several different monitors and there is a keyboard and mouse connected to the server. Tru64 was running on this box before. The disks were all erased and now a new installation is not possible due to this X server/Graphics mode issue.

 

[djboxall]

Have you had any joy as I'm experiencing the same problem. Trying to perform a fresh install on an Alpha 2100 4/200 and I also reach the same position as you. Have tried installing a different version, v4.0d and have also tried VMS 6.2, but with no success. Any suggestions greatly appreciated!