Gigabyte GA-8VM800M user manual Clrcmos Clear Cmos, BAT Battery

14)CLR_CMOS (Clear CMOS)

You may clear the CMOS data to its default values by this jumper. To clear CMOS, temporarily short pins 1-2. To prevent improper use of this header, we do not include a jumper on it.

1	Open: Normal
1	Short: Clear CMOS

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15) BAT (Battery)

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.

Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.

Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions.

If you want to erase CMOS...

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

2.Take out the battery gently and put it aside for about 10 minutes (Or you can use a metal object to connect the positive and negative pins in the battery holder to make them short for one minute).

3.Re-install the battery.

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

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