SMC Networks P4B-E 13.Clear RTC RAM (CLR_CMOS), ASUS P4B-Emotherboard user guide

13.Clear RTC RAM (CLR_CMOS)

This jumper allows 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.Place a jumper cap over the pins for a few seconds to short the jumper. Remove the jumper cap.

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.

	Intel I/O
P4B-E	Controller
	Hub
	(ICH2)	CLR_CMOS
		Short jumper
		to clear CMOS

P4B-E Clear RTC RAM

Figure 2-34 Clear RTC RAM

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