The PC does not keep the time or date.

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jmp59 Posted messages 29288 Registration date   Status Contributeur Last intervention   -
Hello everyone,

I need to understand certain things, and I know I can find some answers here.

Here’s the issue: When I start my PC, I have to go into the BIOS to update it. What I mean is that every time I turn it on, I have to set the date and time again.
Even if I save these changes, it doesn't hold them.

Could this be due to the motherboard? If so, how can I resolve the issue without replacing it?
If it's not that, where could it be coming from?? I haven’t installed any new software that could cause this problem. Would formatting the PC resolve the issue? Knowing that formatting is my last option.

So if you have any ideas, I'm all ears. Thank you.

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Hi,

You should know that the computer "retains" the time thanks to a flat battery located on the motherboard.

Open the case and you should see it easily; there's a good chance that it is the one causing the problem.

motherboard change the motherboard battery

You will need to replace it with another identical battery, in size, voltage, and amperage.
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Anonymous user
 
You're welcome!

I think finding a solution to your problem in 2 minutes is hard to beat ^^

Have a good evening, see you!

Laurent
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Very well, thank you. I read even more the link you gave me and the symptoms it lists are exactly those of my PC. I will therefore tackle this task. Thank you again for the help.
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jmp59 Posted messages 29288 Registration date   Status Contributeur Last intervention   6 349
 
Hi,

For your information:
CR2032 battery reference
20 = diameter in mm
32 = thickness in 1/10 mm

You can also find it at photographers.

Bye.
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To err is human, to persist is diabolical.
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