well maybe i should clarify this a little. i need to get some bios utility
loaded first so that i can then load the os. after that i can get things
loaded without a problem. i just need things accessible first.

> I didn't have much trouble with my two Multias, at least in getting the OS
to
> install.  Check out www.alphalinux.org.  They may have an install guide
for your
> model.