4. Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC)

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 motherboard battery.

3.Remove the jumper cap from the CLRTC jumper, [1-2] and place it on jumpers [2-3] for a few seconds.

4.Replace the jumper cap to the Normal postion, [1-2].

5.Replace the battery.

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

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

 

 

CLRTC

 

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Clear CMOS

 

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