Asus P4 533 manual Clear RTC RAM CLRTC1

2.Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC1)

These solder points allow you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. The RAM data in CMOS, that include system setup information such as system passwords, is powered by the onboard button cell battery.

To erase the RTC RAM:

1.Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord.

2.Remove the battery.

3.Short the solder points.

4.Re-install the battery.

5.Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer.

6.Hold down the <Del> key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to re-enter data.

P4SC-E

P4SC-E Clear RTC RAM

CR2032 3V

Lithium Cell

CMOS Power

CLRTC1

Short solder points to Clear CMOS

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