Digital Equipment DECpc LPv 425sx User Manual (English)

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Angela LesterAug 25, 2025
What to do if Digital Equipment Desktop computer does not recognize an internal or external SCSI device?
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  Brittany LunaAug 26, 2025
  If your Digital Equipment Desktop computer isn't recognizing a SCSI device, there are a few things to check. First, ensure the SCSI device jumpers are correctly set by referring to the supplied SCSI device kit installation instructions. Next, resolve any SCSI ID conflicts, again referring to the kit instructions. Also, make sure that terminating resistors are removed, as detailed in the kit instructions. Finally, ensure that each end of the SCSI cable is terminated. If none of these steps resolve the issue, the SCSI adapter might be faulty and needs to be replaced.
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bowmanmikaylaSep 3, 2025
Why does my Digital Equipment DECpc LPv 425sx Desktop color monitor displaying monochrome?
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  rwilliamsSep 3, 2025
  If your Digital Equipment Desktop color monitor is displaying monochrome, it might be because the computer was turned on before the monitor. To fix this, turn off the computer, turn on the monitor, then turn the computer back on. Another reason could be that the video jumper is incorrectly set; set the jumper for VGA operation.
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Robert LoganSep 2, 2025
How to resolve no response to mouse commands on a Digital Equipment DECpc LPv 425sx?
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  Natalie WellsSep 2, 2025
  If your Digital Equipment Desktop is not responding to mouse commands, there are a few possible reasons. The mouse might be password protected, so enter the keyboard and mouse password. It's also possible the mouse is connected to the keyboard port; power down the computer and connect the mouse to the mouse port. Lastly, the mouse driver might not be installed; install the appropriate mouse driver, referring to the supplied application software documentation.
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Christina JarvisSep 1, 2025
What to do if my Digital Equipment DECpc LPv 425sx monitor displays distorted, rolling, or flickering screen, or wrong/uneven color?
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  Terry AdamsSep 1, 2025
  If your Digital Equipment Desktop monitor displays a distorted, rolling, or flickering screen, or the color is wrong or uneven, it could be due to the monitor being incorrectly adjusted. Adjust the monitor accordingly. Also, check the monitor signal cable; if it's incorrectly installed, straighten any bent connector pins and then reconnect it.
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Heather WillisAug 31, 2025
What to do if my Digital Equipment DECpc LPv 425sx target diskette drive cannot read or write information?
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  kristinpalmerAug 31, 2025
  If your Digital Equipment Desktop target diskette drive is unable to read or write information, it might be because the onboard diskette controller is disabled. Run the BIOS Setup utility and set the diskette controller to “Enabled”. Another possibility is that diskette write protection is enabled; run the BIOS Setup utility and set the diskette write protection to “Disabled.”
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Angela WilkinsAug 30, 2025
What to do if Digital Equipment DECpc LPv 425sx computer does not boot from a target diskette drive?
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  Jeffery NewmanAug 30, 2025
  If your Digital Equipment Desktop computer isn't booting from the target diskette drive, first, make sure the drive ID is correctly set by referring to the documentation supplied with the diskette drive. Next, run the BIOS Setup utility to enable the diskette drive. Also, ensure that the Boot From Diskette A option is enabled in the BIOS Setup utility. If the diskette does not contain start-up files, insert a diskette with the correct start-up files. Finally, check for loose cables and ensure all cable connections are secure.
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John HaleAug 28, 2025
Why does my Digital Equipment Desktop IDE/SCSI hard disk drive cannot read or write information?
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  Jessica HallAug 28, 2025
  If your Digital Equipment Desktop IDE/SCSI hard disk drive can't read or write information, it may be due to incorrect disk drive jumper settings. Refer to the supplied kit installation instructions to resolve this. Also, check for loose or incorrectly installed cables, ensuring all cables are correctly installed. An incorrect IDE drive type can also be the cause; run the BIOS Setup utility to identify the correct drive type. The onboard IDE interface might be disabled, so run the BIOS Setup utility and set the IDE controller option to “Enabled”. Finally, the IDE/SCSI hard disk drive may not be correctly formatted or partitioned; format and partition as required using the supplied operating system.
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jay97Aug 27, 2025
How to fix no response when Digital Equipment DECpc LPv 425sx Desktop computer is turned on?
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  Robin MannAug 27, 2025
  If your Digital Equipment Desktop computer doesn't respond when turned on, it could be due to a main logic board failure. In this case, replace the main logic board. It could also be due to incorrectly set main logic board jumpers. Ensure all appropriate jumpers are set correctly.
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tommy87Aug 27, 2025
What to do if my Digital Equipment DECpc LPv 425sx Desktop displays no screen display when power is on?
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  austinclayAug 27, 2025
  If your Digital Equipment Desktop has power but no screen display, first, check the brightness and contrast controls to ensure they are correctly set. Next, check all monitor connections to make sure the monitor cable is correctly installed. Finally, reseat the video adapter to ensure it is properly seated in the expansion slot.