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Discussion in 'PC Hardware' started by Margot, 2007/10/03.

  1. 2007/10/03
    Margot Contributing Member

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    I suspect that I need to replace my cmos battery, since the bios won't hold the time. :( My questions are: 1) what else might be affected if I choose not to do this (the computer is close to 5 years old, so I am reluctant) and 2) would the shareware programs that synchronize your time to the internet work to set the time automatically?
     
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    Steve R Jones

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    #1 - if you don't change the time AND install any demo type software with an expiration time period - they'll quit working when you do change the time.

    Programs like Quickbooks can and will choke if you leave the time way back when and create a transactions...


    #2 Yes untill you reboot...


    The battery only cost about 2 to 3 dollars and are generally pretty easy to replace.
     
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    Thanks. Any suggestions as to the best place to purchase it? I hate calling Dell for parts because they want to know everything but my shoe size.
     
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    Steve R Jones

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    Tom Thumb, Target, Radio Shack, Walgreens...anyplace that sells batteries.
     
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    Thanks.
     
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    Cmos

    Can anyone tell me how I can check cmos battery if possible?:confused:
     
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    broni

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    Battery's voltage must be 2.5volts or more.
    How to replace your CMOS battery.
     
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    PeteC

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    Everest should tell you - Computer > Sensor > VBAT Battery under voltages
     
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    broni

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    Hmmm...under >Sensor, I have only:
    Sensor Properties
    Temperatures
    Cooling Fans

    Am I missing something?
     
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    PeteC

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    Not necessarily - depends on the sensors on the mobo .....
     
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    Thanks to all for your help:)
     
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    Oh, OK:)
     
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