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Okay. Here's some things to check.
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This one's easy...the battery is dead! Replace it. [Top] |
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Sometimes the battery works fine. Then, sometimes you
get errors, or your setting are gone and the computer forgets what time it
is. In many cases, this is because the battery is getting low and is losing
voltage. It could also be a bad connection between the battery and the
motherboard. [Top] |
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Every computer is different on what key combination
will take you into it's setup program. It a factor of what BIOS version and
maker you have. But, immediately after booting the machine, look on the
screen for the keys to hit. In many cases this info is at the bottom of the
screen. It will say "Press "X" to enter Setup" or
something like that where "X" is the key(s) to hit. [Top] |
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When exiting the CMOS setup after changing settings,
make sure you choose "Save and Exit" to leave. Choosing "Exit
Without Saving" my accident will cause you to have this problem. [Top] |
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Well, unfortunately, this means you will have to buy a
new board. You can't repair it. To prevent it in the future, make sure the
motherboard has plenty of support to prevent flexing. And be careful when
pressing cards into the board. [Top] |
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If its just bent, carefully bend it back with pliers
and the power turned off and unplugged. If its actually broken, there is
nothing you can do. You will have to buy a new board, or if it still works,
live with it. [Top] |
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I don't know how common of a problem this is, but I had
it with one of my older boards, so it came to my attention. These sockets
become stuck with the same CPU after many years. It is possible to remove it,
but you risk breaking the socket. First, rock the lever back and forth a bit.
It might loosen. Apply gentle pressure. Do not force it! [Top] |
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The cache may be bad. Try narrowing it down by
disabling it in the BIOS. If your problem stop, then the cache is to blame.
If this isn't it, then make sure it is the right kind of cache, if you added
it yourself. Is the cache inserted in the slot correctly? Check to see if you
bumped anything else out of place when installing the cache. [Top] |
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Sometimes, installing an Overdrive processor can result
in the secondary cache being disabled. This is usually caused by a BIOS that
is not compatible with the Overdrive processor. [Top] |
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How can I find the latest chipset drivers for my motherboard? |
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Downloading the updated drivers
for your Motherboard will ensure its optimum performance as well as
trouble-free operation. Updated drivers can also provide for additional
functionality as well. Use the links below to identify and download the
different motherboard drivers available. Note: The chipset type is different from the actual motherboard manufacture. Find out who manufactured the actual chipset architecture used on your motherboard. <>Intel Motherboards: For IDE Hard Drives,
download the latest
Intel Application Accelerator |
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